Technical Theatre Coordinator

DUTIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains all technical areas of production in the theatre including, but not limited to : set, lighting, props, sound, paint and costume.
• Provides technical support to classes, productions or any other event as required.
• Sources and purchases all supplies and materials needed for productions.
• Maintains files and records.
• Creates and maintains the production schedule for all productions and events.
• Coordinates and schedules all student crew work on productions.
• Demonstrates use of all equipment and ensures proper safety procedures are followed.
• Oversees loans and return of equipment / goods to other theatre organizations.
• Anticipates future technical needs and submits equipment acquisition proposals.
• Maintains order and safety in all areas of the theatre, workshops and storage areas.
• Consults with designers and responsible for costing and approval of final designs.
• Responsible to evaluate the safety and structural integrity of designs for productions and to create any technical drawings as necessary in order to execute designs.
• Maintains order in the carpentry shop and costume construction area and ensures that basic supplies are stocked for build of productions.
• Coordinates and oversees student use of lighting and sound equipment during set up, technical rehearsals and performances.
• Oversees student booth / backstage crews during technical rehearsals and performances.
• Organizes regular production meetings with faculty and students to coordinate all areas of work on productions. Ensures that minutes of production meetings are recorded and distributed.
• Provides designs as needed for productions in the areas of set, props, lighting and costumes, technical drawings and build models in scale and perspective renderings.
• Works with Faculty to oversee student work studies in production and costume areas.

REPORTS TO

Dean, Faculty of Arts

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION :

Four (4) year undergraduate post secondary degree Theatre Production and Design; (BFA) or equivalent

EXPERIENCE :

Three (3) years' technical / studio experience in theatre production and design

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Knowledge of lighting control hardware / software
• Skilled in maintenance of lighting instruments, calibration and repair
• Knowledge and ability to design sets, lighting, props, costumes
• Knowledge of costume construction and ability to sew by hand and with machine
• Knowledge and skilled in scenic construction techniques for theatre. Proficient in the use of woodworking equipment, smaller power tools and hand tools
• Knowledge of safety procedures for all areas of theatre production and set construction
• Ability in scenic painting techniques such as wood graining, faux finishes and applied textures with brush and other tools
• Knowledge of sound equipment for theatre
• Knowledge of Mac OS computer systems and specialized programs for theatre
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working at heights using ladders and in lighting catwalks. Use of fall protection harness
• Standing for long periods of time
• Work involves exposure to dust, fumes, volatile chemicals, heat, loud noises, working in dark environments, electromagnetic fields on a regular basis
• Ability to move weights in excess of 20 kg
• Travel required

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.