Theatre and Events Operations Assistant

Grande Prairie Regional College; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Polytechnic is seeking a Theatre and Events Operations Assistant to support the Manager of Theatre and Events and help run the Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre and other campus venues.

The role covers stage setup, event coordination, basic technical tasks, and front-of-house service to ensure safe, professional events. You will work with casual staff and external technicians, handle administrative follow-up, and contribute to the efficient delivery of performances,

Qualifications

• Education and 1 year of experience relevant to the position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills are required.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a willingness to create opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Provide dependable operational support to the Manager of Theatre and Events.
• Contribute to day-to-day operations of the Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre and other campus locations.
• Assist with stage setup and takedown, production activities, and basic technical operations.
• Coordinate events, rentals, conferences and ensure venue readiness.
• Handle documentation, administrative follow-up and front-of-house service.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication skills

Relationship building

Accountability

Education

Certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

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Job Title

Mid-Level

Education

Certificate

Category

External Relations

Job Type

EA-Full Time Term Certain (854)

Job Description

True North

As the largestpost-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration.Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offersa wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing,we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Role

The Theatre and Events Operations Assistant provides dependable operational support to the Manager of Theatre and Events and contributes to the effective day-to-day operation of the Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre and other locations NWP hosts events. The position supports stage set up and take down, production activities, basic technical operations, event coordination, venue readiness, documentation, administrative follow-up and front-of-house service. Working alongside casual event staff, internal staff and external technical personnel, the role helps ensure performances, rentals, conferences, and events are delivered safely, professionally, and efficiently, while supporting excellent service, and operational efficiency.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have education and 1 year of experience relevant to the position. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• an entrepreneurial spirit, specifically one who is willing to take a risk to create opportunities;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and
• a high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.

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