Technical Director

Job title: Technical Director

Job description: A desire to travel to small communities from coast to coast across all ten Canadian provinces and into the United States is a must, as is a valid drivers license.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing technical expertise and consultation for all performances and events, at home in Toronto and on tour;
• Working with the technical crew to maintain & transport all sets, props and other production elements;
• Supervising and assisting local theatre crew – professional and volunteer – with all performance setups including sets, large props, lighting, and dance floor;
• Supervising and assisting local theatre crew – professional and volunteer – with all performance strikes;
• Contacting theatres for technical information with assistance from the Production Manager;
• Assisting the Production Manager and other technical crew with performance paperwork including venue information, technical rider information and lighting information;
• Updating paperwork for each ballet toured including notes on each venue;
• Hiring part time staff for events as necessary in consultation with Production Manager;

Requirements:

• Professional experience as a Technical Director or head technician;
• Knowledgeable in scenic construction and fly systems & fixed grid rigging;
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings;
• Able to drive production vehicles – 26’ straight truck, cube, vans, etc;
• Valid passport;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills a must;
• Experience with QLab software;
• Moderate experience in computer aided drafting and knowledgeable with AutoCAD an asset;
• Must be self-motivated and possess good organizational and time management skills;
• Punctual, organized and able to perform tasks independently;
• Good relationship building skills;
• Must be able to handle stressful situations and deadline pressure while ensuring accuracy;
• Skilled in major computer applications related to work including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook;
• Some physical work will be required, including but not limited to heavy lifting, climbing ladders, aerial lifts and working at heights;
• Work will include evenings and weekends;
• French an asset.

Additional Info: The Technical Director will report to the Production Manager and Artistic Director.
Additional Information:
Ballet Jörgen’s 2022-2023 season will include tours of Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet, The Nutcracker, Cinderella and a mixed repertoire “Small Halls” performance. Touring will take place across Canada and into the United States

Contract Length:
35 to 40 Weeks

Contract Start Date:
On or around August 29, 2022

Hours:
Up to 46 hours/week

Fees:
$1,100 – $1,200/week commensurate with experience

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