Theatre Technician 2 (Winter/Spring)

MDA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

York University is seeking a casual (up to 24 hours per week) technical services staff member for the Performance Facilities in the School of Arts, Media, Performance and Design. The role supports five main venues and other spaces, serving both internal departments and external clients; the incumbent will read stage/light diagrams and operate sound, lighting and video consoles.

The successful candidate will have at least three years of post-secondary education in arts or equivalent experience

Qualifications

• Three years post-secondary education in music, dance, theatre or video production or equivalent experience.
• Six months experience in music or stage production.
• Ability to read stage and lighting diagrams and interpret them.
• Familiar with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical services in support of the academic mission of the School of Arts, Media, Performance & Design.
• Support five main venues and ancillary spaces for performances.
• Provide technical services to internal and external clients.
• Operate theatrical consoles including sound, lighting and video.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Judgment

OSH familiarity

Theatrical equipment

Reading diagrams

Theatrical consoles

Education

Post-secondary education in arts or related field

Job description

Performance Facilities, School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design

Affiliation *

YUSA 2 PT

Casual (up to 24 hours per week)

Job Start Date

01-15-2027

Job End Date

08-08-2027

Posting Intent

YUSA-2: This is an open posting. All interested persons may apply. The hiring unit will first consider applications from members of YUSA 2 with seniority

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Purpose

This position provides technical services in support of the academic mission of the School of Arts, Media, Performance & Design's Departments of Dance, Music, Theatre and occasionally the Departments of Design, Film and Visual Arts and Digital Media program. In addition, the position will provide technical services to internal (other University departments) and external clients. Technical services revolve around the performance facilities including five main venues and ancillary spaces.

Education

Three years Post Secondary Education in Music, Dance, Theatre or Video production or equivalent experience. The equivalent experience is Grade 12 High School graduation plus three years of employment experience in music or stage production.

Experience

Related Employment Experience: 6 months experience in music or stage production

Skills

Committed to providing superior service to customers. respond effectively to customer concerns and service issues as they arise. possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. able to communicate clearly and concisely. work independently and as a part of a team. demonstrate good judgment and willingness to take initiative. sensitive to student needs and interests. familiar with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures. familiar with theatrical stage equipment and tools. ability to read stage and lighting diagrams and interpret them. ability to operate theatrical consoles including but not limited to sound, lighting and video.

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The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment. York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation. We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact. PLEASE NOTE: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable. Posting deadlines can be updated, or modified, at any time based on hiring needs. Please refer to the York U Career Portal when confirming posting deadlines.