Job Board/Babillard d'emplois > Technical Theatre Coordinator - Thompson Rivers University Actors Workshop Theatre
This is a Permanent, Part-time position.
Category: ProductionProvince: Kamloops, British Columbia
Position: Technical Theatre Coordinator
Deadline: May 31, 2024
Posted: May 23, 2024
Job Description / Duties
- Maintains all technical areas of production in the theatre including, but not limited to: set, lighting, props, sound, paint and costume.
- Provides technical support to classes, productions or any other event as required.
- Sources and purchases all supplies and materials needed for productions.
- Maintains files and records.
- Creates and maintains the production schedule for all productions and events.
- Coordinates and schedules all student crew work on productions.
- Demonstrates use of all equipment and ensures proper safety procedures are followed.
- Oversees loans and return of equipment/goods to other theatre organizations.
- Anticipates future technical needs and submits equipment acquisition proposals.
- Maintains order and safety in all areas of the theatre, workshops and storage areas.
- Consults with designers and responsible for costing and approval of final designs.
- Responsible to evaluate the safety and structural integrity of designs for productions and to create any technical drawings as necessary in order to execute designs.
- Maintains order in the carpentry shop and costume construction area and ensures that basic supplies are stocked for build of productions.
- Coordinates and oversees student use of lighting and sound equipment during set up, technical rehearsals and performances.
- Oversees student booth / backstage crews during technical rehearsals.
- Organizes regular production meetings with faculty and students to coordinate all areas of work on productions.
- Provides designs as needed for productions in the areas of set, props, and lighting.
- Works with Faculty to oversee student work studies in production and costume areas.
Qualifications / Required Skills
EDUCATION:
Four (4) year undergraduate post secondary degree in Theatre Production and/or Design; (BFA) or equivalent experience
EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years' technical/studio experience in theatre production and design
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB
- Knowledge of lighting control hardware / software
- Skilled in maintenance of lighting instruments, calibration and repair
- Knowledge and ability to design sets, lighting, and props
- Knowledge and skills in scenic construction techniques for theatre.
- Proficient in the use of woodworking equipment, smaller power tools and hand tools
- Knowledge of safety procedures for all areas of theatre production and set construction
- Ability in scenic painting techniques
- Knowledge of sound equipment for theatre
- Knowledge of Mac OS computer systems and specialized programs for theatre
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently
Additional Information
During term time (Aug 15 - April 15) this position is full-time and then part-time through the summer for a total of 75% of full time over a calendar year.
Salary: salary range $60,000 — $80,000
Contact Information
https://tru.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/28603
Employer Profile
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.