Lighting Technician

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity; Banff; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution in Canada is seeking a Lighting/Omni tech - Theatre Practitioner (Level 2 or 3) to support various productions. The role includes technical production support for concerts and events, requiring strong interpersonal skills and relevant experience. The position is unionized with competitive hourly pay and benefits, including transitional housing options. Flexible scheduling is essential, with the job spanning two terms in 2025.

Benefits

Transitional staff housing options

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts

Onsite fitness facility access

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience for Theatre Practitioner Level 2.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience for Theatre Practitioner Level 3.
• Proficient in using specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of department-wide activities.
• Provide technical support for music concerts and productions.
• Assist with live audio setups and troubleshooting.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Knowledge of related industry trends

Education

Formal theatre education

Tools

Multimedia equipment

Job description

Overview

Lighting/Omni tech - Theatre Practitioner - Level 2 or 3

We are hiring for two term positions:

• October 1 - 4, 2025
• November 12 - 21, 2025

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential. We acknowledge the Banff area as the traditional territory of the Stoney Nakoda (Ïyârhe Nakoda) peoples and the Treaty 7 area, including the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations, the Tsuut’ina Nation, the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Piikani, Kainai), the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and the Métis Nation of Alberta, Rocky View District 4. We honour all Nations who live, work, and play here and commit to stewarding this land.

The Opportunit(y)

This Electric/Omni tech position will have a background in lighting, with basic competencies in the remaining departments. The job tasks may include assisting across other technical areas depending on production needs, including staging, sound, and video departments.

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of department-wide activities and, when needed, coordinate highly specialized activities as required.
• Execute all job tasks with attention to safety procedures.
• Provide technical production support for music concerts and a wide variety of other productions including dance, opera, and theatre.
• Technically support live music performances including string quartets, orchestras, chamber music, new music, rock, and pop acts.
• Liaise with other staff to ensure effective support is provided to artistic clients and participants.
• Assist with live audio setups for concerts, including microphone setup and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with wireless microphone system setups and mic’ing up performers.
• Hang and focus lights and assist in projections department activities as needed.
• Assist in general stage carpentry setups for concerts and dance shows.
• Knowledge of the safe operation of fly systems and the ability to operate fly system components.
• Understand theatrical rigging and run shows as running crew for shows, including planning, setup, calls, and changeovers.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: minimum 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a theatre or performing arts production environment.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: minimum 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a theatre or performing arts production environment.
• Formal theatre education is preferred.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and multimedia and able to operate specialized equipment.
• Working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to stay calm under pressure; able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of related industry trends, up-to-date techniques, and current health and safety standards.
• Able to apply professional theatre techniques to provide the required quality, efficiency, and support level for Performing Arts.

Special Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, the candidate must be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule including weekends.

Employment Terms and Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: pay between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour, up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: pay between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour, up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• Two term positions: October 1–4, 2025 and November 12–21, 2025.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre include transional staff housing options (based on availability), professional development, Employee Assistance Program, staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts, and onsite fitness facility access (first month free for new staff).

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for the Lighting/Omni (Theatre Practitioner - Level 2 or 3) position until a suitable candidate is located.
• Candidates offered a position will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.