Technical Director

Company Overview

Organization Description

The Grove Theatre is a new, outdoor amphitheatre for the community of the Kawartha Lakes and beyond, located in Fenelon Falls. Built into the garden grove of the Fenelon Fairgrounds, the spacious venue is home to high-quality professional theatre, live music and events. Friends and family will gather to enjoy open-air performances staged in an idyllic natural setting. The Grove Theatre is committed to being a space for everyone, hosting community events, programming and tours. 

www.grovetheatre.ca

Working at The Grove Theatre

The Grove is a new organization and as such, policies and procedures are still being developed. We are committed to diversity, and are working to prioritize inclusive and accessible processes and experiences. We want to carefully consider all decisions that will build the root system of The Grove and we are approaching this with the understanding that these decisions take time and care.

Job Description

This position is from May-September 2025

Job Overview

The Technical Director is a crucial position in the function of a theatre. Working with the Production Manager and Artistic Director we expect the Technical Director to oversee, advise and execute all aspects of the technical needs of the amphitheatre. A wide range of knowledge in audio, lights, projection and set construction is needed but most important is the ability to problem solve and find alternative solutions.
This position is demanding and can only be done in person on site. The Grove encourages locals to apply but is willing to work with all applicants to help arrange temporary housing options for the length of the contract.

Reports to: Production Manager in tandem with our Artistic Director and Executive Director

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute all technical aspects of the theatre for the summer season, including but not limited to: One night music, comedy and performing arts programming, community events, drama camp and 1 musical and 3 tribute concerts.

• Be onsite for duration of all shows to support any technical needs including opening and closing the theatre

• Efficiently lead a crew in a variety of load ins and strikes

• Communicate with one night performers on their technical needs

• Up hold the best practice of health and safety standards

• Working with Production Manager, Designers and Director in the planning, research and development of the set, audio and lighting design needs within budget

• Obtain technical equipment needed for each performance and Mainstage productions

• Produces technical paperwork as necessary 

• Ensure all production elements are delivered on schedule and on budget; and reports to the Production Manager and Artistic Director as to the status of productions technical needs at weekly meetings.

• Assists in obtaining crew in consultation with Production Manager

• Consults with Production Manager on logistics as needed

• Contribute to the ongoing conversation about capital maintenance and development of the amphitheatre, with a particular focus on equipment purchases, efficiencies and general better practices

• Additional duties may be assigned as required through the growth of the organization.

What we’re looking for:

• Technical theatre understanding and professional experience 

• Strong audio knowledge is an asset

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively 

• Someone who is organized, hardworking, and has a vision for art

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with a strong attention to detail.

• Strong project management skills.

• Commitment to and experience working with an anti-racism and anti-oppression framework.

• Knowledge of working outdoors is an asset 

• Valid G license