Theatre Technician

Job title: Theatre Technician

Company: Branksome Hall

Job description: Employment Terms: Full-Time, PermanentStart Date: January 2025Join a dynamic and vibrant community where you’re not just working, but are inspired to grow, create, and make a difference every step of the way! At Branksome Hall, a leading IB World School for girls in Toronto, you’ll be surrounded by more than 900 bright students and 230 passionate colleagues, all in an atmosphere that thrives on innovation, collaboration and creativity. Our core values — Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference — will ignite your passion and inspire you to reach new professional heights.Get ready to embark on a truly rewarding career where your impact will help shape a better, brighter future!The Opportunity:We are seeking a Theatre Technician for our new Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST) to join us on a full-time basis to support the development and use plan for the building. This role will report into the Instructional Leader, Integrated Arts, and provide audio visual support for events and school programming. The Theatre Technician will operate a wide range of theatrical equipment in a modern theatre which includes operation of lighting, sound and staging related duties. Alongside faculty and students, they will design, build, and maintain costumes, props, and set pieces while occasionally collaborating with external artists. As a skilled Theatre Technician, this role will also assist in training teachers and students in the use of the theatre equipment.This position follows the academic calendar year (September – June) for the first year, then will continue as a full year position.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Collaborate with various faculty members to support planning and execution of school events and Theatre performances.Support event set up, space and resources bookings, and ensure the safe technical operations of the theatre venues.Train faculty and students on proper equipment use for anything technical related within the theatre.Provide assistance with related equipment and research new materials to support the growth of curricular and co-curricular programs.Oversee equipment and material rentals, and maintain inventories or materials, including any repair or replacement needs.Collaborate with faculty and students to build and maintain costume, props, and small set pieces as well as work with outside artists to build costumes, props, sets for shows.Troubleshoot theatre equipment and computer problems.Assist in developing guidance for use documents for iCAST and other Arts facilities.Qualifications and Experience:Post-secondary training or equivalent in lighting, stage management, sound engineering, or other related field;Coursework or training in professional theatre operations, performing arts, or a related field is considered an asset;Minimum of 3-5 years’ related experience;Knowledge of operational and technical techniques used in theatre production lighting, sound, and rigging equipment;Understanding and expertise of various computer software and hardware systems related to theatre production;Knowledge of methods and techniques in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment used in stage productions (this does not extend to maintenance and repair where a licensed electrician is required.);Experience in working with sound engineering, video mapping, and digital lighting desks is an asset;Experience with theatre stage rigging involving scenic design and construction is an asset.Why Join Branksome Hall:Joining Branksome Hall will change your life. Along with highly collaborative, mission-driven colleagues and a stimulating environment, Branksome Hall offers the opportunity to:Earn a competitive salary and generous vacation, taxable lunch benefit, health & dental benefits and pension plans, including contributions to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible employees;Join a strong community with a commitment to students and to the growth and development of employees through ongoing professional development and mentorship;Engage with a network of internationally renowned industry experts, leaders and entrepreneurs;Access state-of-the-art facilities and resources to support wellness, such as the Athletics and Wellness Centre.Target Hiring Salary: $61,984 – $77,480 (salary is prorated based on the 10-month status of the role)How to Apply:Bring your vision, passion and creativity to Branksome Hall. Tell us about yourself and how you will make a difference in the lives of girls by submitting your application to our by November 14th 2024. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the posting will remain active until the position is filled.Applications (resume and cover letter) can also be sent to:Branksome Hall – Human Resources10 Elm AvenueToronto, OntarioM4W 1N4Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the position. Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas, and champion diversity in its broadest sense. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates engaging in all parts of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall.We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.To learn more about Branksome Hall, visit our website at: .

Expected salary: $61984 – 77480 per year

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:47:29 GMT

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