The Grand Theatre ,Apprentice Technical Director Jobs in Canada

The Grand Theatre is a cultural icon in London and, as one of
nine Category A theatres in the country, it is recognized nationally as a
cultural leader. We take great pride in providing top-notch entertainment to
London and Southwestern Ontario residents, offering family entertainment,
musicals and comedies each season. Along with this entertainment, the t

heatre
provokes thought through its dramas, both current and classical.
 

Job Description

The
Apprenticeship will be an introduction to the workings of a large, unionized
regional theatre, focussing particularly on the relationships between the
various departments and the creative teams and on learning to become part of
that team. 
Under
the supervision of the Production Manager and the Technical Director, the
Apprenticeship programme will include budgeting, planning, research and
development, realization of design, scheduling, supervision of installation of
sets, lights, sound, special effects on all MainStage projects. Learning to
communicate with designers, directors, actors, crews, production staff and
administration will be a primary focus through the entire Apprenticeship. 
The
Apprentice may also have the opportunity to perform the duties of a full
Technical Director on productions in the McManus or on a production on the
MainStage.  This opportunity will be decided by the Production Manager and
Technical Director through an evaluation of the growth and skill sets of the
candidate.


 

Requirements:

The
candidate will be a graduate of a theatre school programme or university
equivalent and will have at least 1 year of professional work experience. 
The successful candidate will be creative, curious and passionate about theatre
and have the ability to work in a team environment.  An understanding of
Word, Excel, VectorWorks and/or AutoCAD would be an asset.


 

Additional Info:

The
Grand Theatre is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications
from all qualified candidates.

How to Apply:

Please
respond by e-mail with a cover letter and resume by March 2, 2015 to:
Andrea
Surich
Production Manager
Tel :  519-672-9030 X257 Fax:  519-672-2620 

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