Theatre Technician – Shell Theatre (Permanent)

Theatre Alberta; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Theatre Alberta is seeking a Theatre Technician to manage the Shell Theatre’s audio, visual, and lighting systems within the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan. You will support events, configure equipment, and interact with visiting artists and groups.

The role requires experience in production management, touring productions, and venue configurations, with strong carpentry, lighting, audio, and video knowledge and proficiency in common software tools.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a technical theatre program or equivalent.
• Minimum 2–5 years directly related experience.
• Knowledge in carpentry, lighting, audio and video.
• Proficiency with computer software including MS Office, Adobe, Windows Media, QuickTime and AutoCAD.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain audio, visual and lighting equipment for the Shell Theatre and DCC venues.
• Oversee technical requirements for events and accommodate artists' requests.
• Prioritize workloads and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure safety and artistic integrity of performances.

Skills

Production management

Touring productions

Venue reconfigurations

AutoCAD drafting

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Windows Media

QuickTime

Education

Technical theatre diploma/degree

Tools

AutoCAD drafting

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Windows Media

QuickTime

Job description

Theatre Alberta is seeking a Theatre Technician to manage the Shell Theatre’s audio, visual, and lighting systems within the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan. You will support events, configure equipment, and interact with visiting artists and groups.

The role requires experience in production management, touring productions, and venue configurations, with strong carpentry, lighting, audio, and video knowledge and proficiency in common software tools.