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Job Description / Duties

Working under the supervision of the Production & Site Manager, the Venue Technician duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Act as the staff primarily responsible for all technical elements within the Festival Amphitheater for all events that take place within that space
• Participate in the construction and/or set up of seating units, stages, and scenery in Festival Amphitheater as well as other set up and some carpentry required on the festival site.
• Assist Community Stage Producer with lighting and sound requirements for Community Stage.
• Assist with the planning, scheduling, and execution of the installation of all lighting, sound, and other technical equipment in the Festival Amphitheater as required
• Assist with the planning, scheduling, and execution of the final strike of the Festival Amphitheatre and Festival Site
• Operate all technical cues under direction of the stage manager
• Perform pre-show audio, lighting, and other technical checks as required.
• Assist in maintenance of set and props during the production runs. Including but not limited to: paint touch ups, minor prop and set repair, replacing and refocusing lights as needed.
• Act as the venue technician for all 3rd party rentals and ancillary events that take place within the Festival Amphitheatre.
• Ensuring COVID-19 safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Required Skills

• Comfortability with working on a ladder
• Experience working on a theatrical production
• Be able to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 as per the SOTS policy
• Knowledge of audio and lighting systems considered an asset
• Knowledge on ETC Element 40 & Soundcraft Expression an asset
• Comfortability lifting more than 50lbs

Please note: Funding may be available for this position through a TechNation internship. We strongly encourage applications from students who self-identify as being a confirmed qualified TechNation student. To find out more about TechNation and how to confirm your eligibility for funding, please visit TechNation’s website TechNation Student Resources. Look for the ‘Student Readiness package,’ ‘Student Guide,’ and ‘Student Application Manual.’

Additional Information

HOURS OF WORK: 20-40hrs/week, variable hours. Evenings and weekends
RATE OF PAY: $20/Hour
APPROXIMATE DURATION: June 8th – Sept 3rd (Two positions available – may have differing start dates)
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: March 25th, 2022

Salary: 20.00/hr

Contact Information

Please email resume with cover letter and 2 references to Kody Manson at kody.m@shakespearesask.com
Email Subject Line: VENUE TECHNICIAN 2022

Employer Profile

Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Festival (SOTS) has been producing the works of Shakespeare on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River since 1985. We attract visitors from across the province, the country, and the world. We strive to create a warm, relaxing, and inviting atmosphere for our patrons so they can truly enjoy their theatrical experience. Our Production Assistant will be an integral part of this vision as they will be responsible for overseeing the Front of House of the Festival.

SOTS values diversity in its workforce and invites applications from all qualified candidates. If you need accommodation at any stage of the application process, please do not hesitate to make a request.