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Job Description / Duties

Your opportunity:

Reporting to the Manager, Technical Operations, the Technical Director works in all areas of theatre production including scenery, set construction, props, costumes, audio/visuals and lighting. Duties include:supervising Front-of-House operations, loading in shows, hanging lights, running lights, visuals and audio for live performances, setting up portable visual, audio and lighting systems, working with rental groups, purchasing materials, consumables and equipment, picking up and delivering materials, scenic painting and set construction, set and lighting design, and supervising casual staff. The Technical Director is responsible for instructing students in theatre production techniques, supervising their work and maintaining a positive working environment. Safety is fundamental to this position and the Technical Director must demonstrate thorough knowledge of health and safety policy and safe working practices.

Your responsibilities will include:

Analyzing and recommending plans for new equipment and the use of technical spaces
Scheduling day-to-day production activities
Providing detailed explanations and demonstrating technical procedures totheatre crews
Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Applying established standards when performing maintenance on theatre materials and equipment
Coordinating the assembly and installation of production elements
Serving as a resource to a group or on a function
Playing close attention to occupational safety precautions

Qualifications / Required Skills

Essential Qualifications:

Advanced College Diploma (3 years) in a related field, or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
Three (3) years of production and technical theatre experience, in two or more of the following positions: Set Designer, Lighting Designer, Costume Designer, Sound Designer, Head Carpenter, Stage Manager, Technical Director, Production Manager, including at least one (1) year experience in supervision, training, or instruction of students.
Must have demonstrated experience of drafting and design ability.
Demonstrated stage scenery construction ability.
Knowledge and familiarity with theatrical audio, video and lighting equipment.
Computer knowledge: lighting design, operation, and trouble shooting skills with lighting boards and control systems; audio/visual software/hardwareknowledge, basic word processing skills; familiarity with a spreadsheet program; strong CAD abilities.
Strong working knowledge and ability to train others in the safe and effective operation of equipment and tools.
Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Assets (Nonessential):

Video design experience.
Venue management experience.

To be successful in this role you will be:

Accountable
Decisive
Multi-tasker
Organized
Responsible
Team player

Additional Information

Technical Director
Date Posted: 07/17/2024
Req ID: 38744
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:ACM-Leigha Lee Brown Theatre
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00029504

Closing Date: 08/08/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 09 -- $65,407 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $83,646. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Arts & Culture
Recruiter: Pura Gnanaratnam

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Salary: USW Pay Band 09 -- $65,407 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $83,646.

Contact Information

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/

Employer Profile

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimitedpotential. Join us on our journey.

The vibrant Department of Arts, Culture and Media (ACM) at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) brings together a wealth of artistic and academic activity under one umbrella. Its dynamic community of faculty and staff attracts students interested in building their knowledge, working across boundaries, and engaging with creative practices in arts, media and journalism. Working alongside faculty, a team of dedicated staff members provides administrative services advancing the academic mission of programs across the Department.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.