Stage & Production Lead - Assistant Technical Director

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity; Banff; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization in Canada seeks an Assistant Technical Director to manage and oversee all technical and production elements for various performances. Responsibilities include supervising technical teams, managing schedules, and ensuring high production standards. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre, extensive experience in performing arts, and strong skills in carpentry and rigging. This position offers a term until September 22, 2026, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Transitional staff housing options

Professional development

Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in technical performing arts roles.
• Experience with live performance types including music, dance, opera, and theatre.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and managing all technical production elements.
• Supervise technical production for all Banff Centre programs and performances.
• Manage day-to-day scheduling of technical teams and production activities.

Skills

Technical skills in scenic carpentry

Stage carpentry

Rigging

Lighting

Sound

Projections

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Theatre or related field

5 years’ experience in technical performing arts roles

Tools

CAD (Vectorworks)

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading arts organization in Canada seeks an Assistant Technical Director to manage and oversee all technical and production elements for various performances. Responsibilities include supervising technical teams, managing schedules, and ensuring high production standards. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre, extensive experience in performing arts, and strong skills in carpentry and rigging. This position offers a term until September 22, 2026, with a competitive salary and benefits.