Rechercher CITT/ICTS

Job Description / Duties

The Role:

As the Production Coordinator you will be responsible for ensuring that production and technical elements are met for all shows and events on the stage, studio, lobbies, and exterior spaces.

Your tasks are to be developed as your role grows but for a start, you complete various tasks including, but not limited to, the following:

● Managing the crew, IATSE Local 357 (supervision and monitoring daily production activities)
● Production management (during event set-up, resolving problems when they arise)
● Assist the Production Manager with scheduling and advance planning of events as needed
● Communicate and liaise with rental clients
● Leading the CITS Inc. team through collaborating with fellow staff members and supervising various departments as needed
● Communicating relevant information to senior management
● Planning and controlling for anticipated problems
● Identifying areas of improvement through the creation of debriefs following events

Qualifications / Required Skills

The Ideal Candidate:

You have a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in theatre and/or production management within a not-for-profit organization, and you have:

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● The ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment with competing priorities
● A collaborative and approachable person
● Have experience and training working at heights
● In depth knowledge of stage management and technical aspects of theatre production including audio, lighting, rigging and staging
● The ability to problem solve
● Have a passion for working in the performing arts
● Experience working in a roadhouse

You possess the ability to work independently and have a great work ethic. You demonstrate interest in growth and development within this position as experience builds and the company grows. You have the ability to be flexible, fluid, adaptable and can influence and motivate others across functional boundaries. You are not afraid to address difficult issues to improve performance while working under pressure.

With your knowledge of procedures and guidelines in not-for-profit organizations, this job best matches you! Join us so we can help each other develop and grow.

Additional Information

What We Offer

Compensation: $50,000 - $57,000 per year
Benefits: Participation in OMERS pension plan as well as a generous group benefits plan.

This is a full-time, on-site, permanent position based in beautiful Downtown Kitchener. You’ll enjoy significant growth in both responsibility and total rewards.

You will be working 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

Salary: $50,000 - $57,000

Contact Information

How To Apply

If you think you’re the right person for this role please submit your resume and cover letter iwanttowork@centreinthesquare.com. The deadline for submissions is Thursday August 31st at 5:00pm.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in people and we are committed to excellence and inclusion. We welcome resumes from underrepresented groups including visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you have a disability and require assistance with the application process, please call us at 519-578-5660 or email us at comments@centreinthesquare.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.

Employer Profile

Get to Know Us:

The Centre In The Square Inc. (CITS Inc.) is a not-for-profit corporation, and registered charity, established in 1981 to maintain, operate and manage the 2,000 seat state-of-the art performing arts theatre situated in the Civic District of Downtown Kitchener. The theatre building, owned by the City of Kitchener, is also known as The Centre In The Square (CITS). Family programming is a priority, providing wonderful opportunities to introduce children to their first experiences with performing arts. It is the vision of this organization to engage the community and bridge the space between artist and audience in a dynamic and sustainable way.

Our Culture:

Our people are the backbone of CITS Inc. Our team of professionals has over 40 years of experience showcasing the best in local, national and international performers in a wide variety of genres and we consider our team members to be our most valuable asset.

We encourage everyone to engage in and experience the world of performing arts. We value diversity and equity and are committed to the inclusion of all individuals. At CITS Inc., we value success and pride ourselves on our integrity.

Give us your best and we’ll give you ours!