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Job Description / Duties

House Stage Hand – John Hirsch Mainstage Theatre
This is a seasonal position that is typically contracted October through May (30-35 weeks). We do six shows as part of our season, plus a short rental season and the Winnipeg Fringe Festival.

Responsibilities
• Assist the Head Carpenter and other departments whenever and wherever necessary.
• With the Head Carpenter, complete all necessary rigging, stage craft and hanging as determined by the individual production.
• Maintain the stage in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Assists the Head Carpenter, and/or other departments with regular weekly and seasonal maintenance.
• Direct crews as required.
• Operating the fly system or working on deck during the running of the show.
• Assume the responsibilities and duties of the Head Stage Carpenter as required.
• Operate a follow spot as required, and assist the Head Electrician with focus notes.
• Responsible for attending to wireless microphones on cast, in certain situations

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications
• Thorough knowledge of stage craft, and theatrical rigging.
• Experience in scenery installation and theatrical flying.
• Should be able to read and follow technical and working drawings.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be prepared to provide guidance and leadership.
• Have no less than five years’ experience in the theatre industry.
• Have a thorough knowledge of stage craft, theatrical rigging, scenic carpentry, audio, basic stage electrics, and theatrical automated systems.

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 | royalmtc.ca/About/Commitment-to-Action.aspx

Salary: Compensation This is an hourly position under an IATSE collective agreement with 40-hour weeks during the scheduled season plus overtime. Hourly: $29.36 for the current season

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, June 21st, 2024
We thank all candidates for their interest; however only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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 ten plays at two venues, the Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival and an annual regional tour.