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Job Description / Duties

General Description of the Role
The Technical Director (TD) has the daily responsibility for the technical operations of Resource Centre for the Arts (LSPU Hall and RCA Theatre Company), including lighting, sound, video, set installation and construction, staff supervision and scheduling, and coordinating necessary maintenance. The TD works with a great deal of independence and exercises independent judgment in performing a wide variety of duties. Because of the operating hours of the facility and the nature of the work, close supervision is not normally required nor expected.

The TD provides support, orientation, technical services, technical equipment, and theatre operation to incoming renters with additional technicians (as needed and/or requested) and acts as production TD on all RCA Programming.

Reporting Structure
The Technical Director works as part of a management team with the General Manager and the Artistic Animateur, all of whom directly report to the RCA Board of Directors.

Principal Responsibilities
• Assists in recruiting, training, and assignment/scheduling of technical staff (includes permanent technical staff & casual call list).
• Consults on the technical requirements of productions & presentations (includes costing)
• Works with Production Management to oversee all production elements of RCA Theatre productions (includes managing departmental budgets & production schedules)
• Manages set construction (drafting & build), technical drawings, rentals, and other show-specific technical elements as needed for all RCA Theatre productions
• Determines the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, video, staging, and other needs necessary for events and performances presented at the venue in advance of each production's load-in dates.
• Makes recommendations to the General Manager regarding capital purchases of technical equipment.
• Monitors the condition of all performance spaces (Main Stage & Second Space)
• Arranges for the repair and replacement of equipment within budgetary constraints
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Acting as a leader with Occupational Health & Safety protocols and sitting on the Facilities/OHS Committee

Qualifications / Required Skills

Required Expertise/Knowledge/Ability
Analyzes and evaluates the technical needs for various events and performances (in-house and external rentals).
• Communicates effectively and timely, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures of theatre, dance, and music productions and presentations including stage, set, sound, video and lighting systems, design, and implementation; stage management; drafting/technical drawing and stage carpentry.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Maintains an inclusive and respectful work environment for co-workers and clients and implements RCA's various workplace policies.
• Comfortable working at height and able to lift, push or pull objects up to 100 pounds using appropriate tools.

Required Qualifications:
• Post-secondary training in theatre production and/or a minimum of 5 years experience in Technical Direction and/or similar relevant professional experience
• Experience with Vectorworks, QLab (sound & video), live streaming, networking
• Experience working with ETC lighting boards (Ion), Yahama sound boards (QL5)
• Experience with standard theatre lighting/sound/video equipment & systems
• Comfortable driving cargo/panel trucks
• Familiar with Mac/PC operating systems, working knowledge of word processing/spreadsheet software and file management
• First Aid Training an asset
• Lift Ticket/Fall Arrest an asset

Additional Information

RCA is dedicated to accessible employment practices and committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of our community and encourage applications from members of communities that have been marginalized based on age, race, colour, gender, disability, national origin or any other protected ground under the Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Act. If you require reasonable accommodation in applying for this position, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the above contact.

Salary: $45,000-$55,000 annual salary with health benefits

Contact Information

General Manager - generalmanager@lspuhall.ca

Employer Profile

Resource Centre for the Arts (RCA) operates from the historic LSPU Hall (formerly the Longshoremen’s Protective Union), affectionately referred to as The Hall – which houses a 175-198 seat theatre. Downstairs houses the Cox & Palmer Second Space where a bar and smaller event space can be found. The Hall is located in the heart of downtown St. John’s, Newfoundland.

RCA is a 50-year-old charitable not-for-profit organization and is a member of the following associations: Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT), Atlantic Presenters Association (APA), Association of Professional Theatres in NL (APTNL), and The St. John’s Board of Trade. RCA is governed by an elected Board of twelve (12) Directors made up of arts practitioners, artists and other professionals.

RCA Mission Statement
RCA aims to provide accessible, supportive and well-resourced programs and venues, with a primary focus on the creation, development, and advancement of the performing arts in Newfoundland and Labrador.