Job Description / Duties

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Act as the stage manager, lighting operator, and sound operator on any given show in the three theatres

Provide a safe and clean environment for staff, students and clients to work in

Work with staff members to help clients produce their show with professional, courteous, and effective technical support in a timely manner

Set-up, strike and attend conference events in the Rozsa Centre

Perform minor maintenance to equipment

Enter accurate data regarding any show, including show report, time sheet, and materials charged

Work with the Manager of Theatre Services on any given task

Attend any staff or client meetings as required

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications / Requirements:

Knowledge of lighting, sound, staging, and conference equipment
Must be physically fit enough to climb ladders and lift heavy objects
Able to work under stressful conditions and meet constant deadlines
Able to communicate with staff and clients in a professional manner, as the role will deal with a variety of clients including musicians, actors, and dancers

Background in the theatrical community is an asset

Understanding of safety practices and first aid is strongly encouraged

Basic computer skill level with the ability to work in word processing and spreadsheet programs

Ability to pay attention to multiple overlapping deadlines

Additional Information

Salary:

Contact Information

careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/3402137-general-stage-technician-theatre-services-faculty-of-arts

Employer Profile

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in the nation's most enterprising city. The university has a clear strategic direction to become one of Canada's top five research universities by 2016, where research and innovative teaching go hand in hand, and where we fully engage the communities we both serve and lead. This strategy is called Eyes High, inspired by the university's Gaelic motto, which translates as 'I will lift up my eyes'. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.