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Job Description / Duties

Special Effects Technician
As a Special Effects Technician, you will first learn about our equipment, effects, and safe working procedures. You will begin in the warehouse handling day-to-day operations of rentals and inventory, where you will gain exposure and knowledge of our extensive gear catalogue. You will assist with load-ins, setup and strikes with our production team. With time and training, you will work towards executing events independently.

General Duties:
Assist with equipment maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and testing for all product lines, including flame / atmospheric / laser/water and confetti equipment.
Processing Inbound and Outbound orders
Equipment & Product Delivery
Quality Control Checks of Machines.
On-Site Assistance with load-ins, set-ups, operation, strikes
Ensure the warehouse is organized and neat and kept free of obstructions.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications / Required Skills

You Must have:
- Positive attitude
- Be Self Motivated
-Be Detail orientated
-Problem Solving Skills
- Able to function within time constraints and effectively with a team
- Previous Experience and/or knowledge of Theatre or Live Performance industry in a technical capacity or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Driver’s License – Clean Driver’s Abstract
- Previous driving experience - Comfortable driving vans / Cube Trucks
Be organized, reliable, and safety conscious

You Should have:
- ERD Pyrotechnician / Display certification FOCs – if not training will be provided
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multi-task and manage time
- Customer Service Experience
- Understanding of Show Control - DMX
- Experience in Wood Working / Soldering / Metal fabrication is beneficial but not required.

Additional Information

AirMagic’s priority is to find the right people with the “Must Have” qualifications and is willing to train the applicants that demonstrate these key qualities.

Salary: 50,000 to 55,000 to start depending on experience

Contact Information

If Interested, please email your Cover Letter and Resume to jay@airmagicfx.com 

Employer Profile

AirMagic is one of Toronto's leading special effects providers, creating memorable experiences for live performances, corporate events, and entertainment venues.
We specialize in a wide range of effects, including pyrotechnics, CO2 effects, confetti bursts, and advanced water screen technology.
Founded in Toronto in 1988, AirMagic began as a small boutique pyrotechnics company and has since expanded under the ownership of Shawn Fortis, owner of Fortis Consulting and
audio/visual and event production veteran with over 30+ years of experience. As a full-service A/V and production house with a boutique bespoke execution capacity, Fortis
Consulting has been providing audio, video, lighting, staging and custom builds for all event needs since 2008.
Rounding out AirMagic’s complement of enhanced event support, Shawn Fortis is also the
owner of Radiant Concepts Manufacturing and JMS Custom Builds, producers of customized, visual branding, lighting effects as well as set pieces for live and theatrical events, Staging manufacturing, trade shows and consumer in-market activations.
AirMagic, led by Jay Shier, a highly regarded industry expert, brings decades of experience in
customer service, event production and continues to push the boundaries of special effects in Canada.
At AirMagic, we see every special effect as an opportunity to create an illusion that
captivates, inspires, and engages audiences. We offer a full spectrum of services, including
consultation, design, production, rentals, sales, and ongoing service, using state-of-the-art
equipment and consumables to meet the needs of theatre, film, television, sports, and corporate events, and more.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All pyrotechnics and fireworks, whether indoors or outdoors, require licensed providers, permits, and insurance. Our experienced staff, fully
certified and insured, handle all permits and work closely with regulatory bodies including TSSA to ensure compliance at every step. Over the years, we’ve established strong
relationships with venues and safety authorities to ensure flawless and safe execution at every event.
AirMagic’s special effects have been featured across the entertainment spectrum, from the
stages of Mirvish Productions, the National Ballet of Canada, and the Stratford Festival, to
Cirque Du Soleil and major television shows including Canada’s Got Talent and So You Think
You Can Dance Canada. We’ve also partnered with Honda, Holt Renfrew, Sears, Mattel, and MLSE to enhance the experience of corporate & Sporting events.
Whether you need breathtaking Pyrotechnics, Atmospheric or Water Feature effects, our team of talented designers and technicians can bring your vision to life.