Sound/Omni Tech - Banff Summer Arts Festival

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

Job summary

A leading arts center is seeking a Sound/Omni Tech for term position until July 26, 2025. Responsibilities will include technical support for performances and assisting different departments. Ideal candidates possess relevant experience and formal theatre education and are prepared to work flexible hours.

Benefits

Transitional staff housing (based on availability)

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts at cafeteria and restaurants

Onsite fitness facilities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Theatre or Performing Arts production.
• Experience supporting live music preferred.
• Ability to operate specialized sound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical production support for various performances.
• Assist with live audio setups including microphones.
• Ensure smooth operations during events.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Knowledge of industry trends

Education

Formal theatre education

Tools

Specialized audio equipment

Computer and multimedia operation

Job description

Sound / Omni Tech - Theatre Practitioner - Level 2 or 3

This is a term position until July 26, 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, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minhrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

This Sound/Omni Tech position will have a background, along with basic competencies in the remaining departments. The job tasks may include assisting across other technical areas depending on the nature of the production, including lighting, staging, sound, and video departments. The Sound/Omni Tech provides the operational support required for the delivery of Performing Arts Programs and events on campus.

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Production Manager, Performing Arts, the Sound/Omni Tech will help support this summer's events, including National Indigenous Peoples History Month and the Banff Summer Arts Festival. Below are some key accountabilities:

• Support the integration of department-wide activities and assist in coordinating highly specialized activities as needed.
• Execute all tasks with attention to safety procedures.
• Provide technical production support for music concerts and various other productions including dance, opera, and theatre.
• Support live music performances, including string quartets, orchestras, chamber music, new music, rock, and pop.
• Liaise with staff to ensure effective support for artistic clients, participants, and faculty.
• Assist with live audio setups for concerts, including microphone setup and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist with wireless microphone system setups and mic performers.
• Help ensure shows run smoothly by working with technical crews.

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: minimum of 3 years’ experience as a practitioner in a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• Formal theatre education completed.
• Experience supporting live music preferred.
• Experience working in a fly house is an asset.
• Proficiency in computer and multimedia operation, and ability to operate specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant theories and practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work under tight, changing timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of industry trends, techniques, materials, and health and safety standards.
• Application of professional theatre techniques to support high-quality performances.

Special Requirements

• Availability to work flexible, irregular schedules including weekends.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• This is a unionized, hourly support staff position under CUPE 4318, subject to a 500-hour probation.
• Level 2 pays between $22.59 and $25.85/hour, up to 40 hours/week on a rotating schedule.
• Level 3 pays between $27.17 and $31.51/hour, up to 40 hours/week on a rotating schedule.
• This is a term position until July 26, 2028.
• Benefits include transitional staff housing (based on availability), professional development, Employee Assistance Program, discounts at staff cafeteria and restaurants, onsite fitness facilities.

Application Process

• Applications accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
• Successful candidates must obtain a criminal record check before employment extension.
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada; the Centre does not assist with work authorization.