Technical Director

The Arty Crowd

Toronto

On-site

CAD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

44 hours ago
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Job summary

Harbourfront Centre is seeking a Technical Director to oversee technical operations across its indoor and outdoor venues and production equipment. The role includes leading a Technical Coordinator and technicians.

The position requires 5–10 years of technical or production experience, 5+ years supervising, and unionized-environment experience, with knowledge of stage, sound, lighting systems and Ontario safety guidelines. A Working at Heights certificate and Ontario driver’s licence are required.

Qualifications

  • 5–10 years of technical or production experience in theatre, dance, music or events.
  • 5+ years supervising teams.
  • Experience in a unionized environment.
  • Knowledge of stage, sound and lighting systems and Ontario performance-industry safety guidelines.
  • Working at Heights certificate and Ontario driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee technical operations across indoor and outdoor venues and production equipment.
  • Lead a Technical Coordinator and technicians.
  • Ensure safety and compliance across all productions.

Skills

Technical leadership
Team supervision
Safety compliance

Education

Working at Heights certificate
Ontario driver’s licence

Job description

Harbourfront Centre is hiring a Technical Director to oversee technical operations across its indoor and outdoor venues and production equipment, leading a Technical Coordinator and technicians.

Details
  • Full-time, 35 hours a week
  • Salary: $75,000 to $85,000, plus benefits
  • Closing: October 30, 2026 (rolling review, apply early)
What they're looking for
  • 5 to 10 years of technical or production experience in theatre, dance, music or events
  • 5+ years supervising
  • Unionized environment experience
  • Knowledge of stage, sound and lighting systems and Ontario performance-industry safety guidelines
  • Working at Heights certificate and Ontario driver's licence

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