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This is a Seasonal, Full-time position.
Category: ProductionProvince: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position: Assistant Technical Director
Deadline: July 8, 2022
Posted: June 14, 2022
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Job Description / Duties
This is a seasonal contract position that typically extends from September through May (30-35 weeks).
Reporting to the Technical Director, the Assistant Technical Director is responsible for aiding in the planning, management, and supervision of all technical elements of productions, presentations, and related activities assigned, for the daily operations of Royal MTC. They will maintain a high level of artistic integrity, safety and foster an appropriate working environment for artistic and production personnel.
The start date has some flexibility but ideally would be August 29, 2022.
Responsibilities:
• Supporting the Technical Director in scheduling, costing, managing and executing all phases of production, including design, construction, rehearsals and performance.
• Supporting the Technical Director and various departments (Set, Scenic Art, Props, Wardrobe and Stage) in executing productions.
• Sourcing materials and managing equipment rentals.
• Supporting the Technical Director in drafting ground plans, section and construction drawings.
• Maintaining inventories for various production departments.
• Arrange and perform the pick-up of production supplies when needed, including driving the production truck.
• Based on a 40-hour work week with fluctuating hours during tech weeks. Weekend availability a must during the span of contract (September – May).
Qualifications / Required Skills
Qualifications
• A graduate of a recognized theatre program or equivalent professional experience
• Strong knowledge of current theatrical production equipment and processes
• Strong drafting, Vectorworks and computer skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities; experience managing crews is an asset
• Ability to assess, ensure and promote health and safety in all areas (including respectful workplace conditions
• Valid Drivers License
Additional Information
As demonstrated by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Commitment to Action, Royal MTC is on a deliberate and strategic path to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and becoming an anti-racist organization. We desire to attract a workforce that reflects and shares these values. Recognizing the history of underrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and people of colour (IBPOC) employees in our company, we will prioritize qualified individuals who self-identify as IBPOC.
We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with all applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of our process. If you require additional accommodations, please email rmartin@royalmtc.ca
www.royalmtc.ca
www.royalmtc.ca/About/Commitment-to-Action.aspx
Salary: • Weekly salary range $875 to $975, depending on experience
Contact Information
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume via email to
Russell Martin, Director of Production, rmartin@royalmtc.ca
Deadline: Friday July 8th, 2022
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We will be screening candidates as they apply; interviews may be scheduled before the deadline.
Employer Profile
The Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre exists to celebrate the widest spectrum of theatre art. Deeply rooted in the province of Manitoba, which gave it life and provides for its growth, Royal MTC aspires to both reflect and engage the community it serves. Each season, Royal MTC produces 10 plays at two venues as well as the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival, The Bridge: A Festival of Ideas, and an annual regional tour.