Technical Director

The Grove Theatre
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- Posted Date: Posted 22 days ago
- Closing Date: February 15, 2025
- Location: Fenelon Falls
- Salary: $1350 per week
Company Overview
A professional performing arts company located in Fenelon Falls, Ontario, The Grove Theatre is the first artistic venture of its kind in this Kawartha Lakes community. At its idyllically located outdoor amphitheatre, The Grove presents an annual season of its own theatre productions, mounted in repertory, along with appearances by renowned Canadian guest artists, community events, and now, in the latest addition to its programming, a drama camp for young people.
Job Description
Start and End Date: Flexible as early as May 2025 thru to September 2025 - willing to work on date for the right candidate
Remuneration: $1,350 / week
Schedule: Fluctuates depending on programming
Accommodations: Provided by the Theatre
Location: 2 Water Street (Box Office) and 27 Veterans Way - Fenelon Fairgrounds (amphitheatre), Fenelon Falls, ON.
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
Please prepare a cover letter and resume addressed to Allison Bjerkseth, Production Manager and email to abjerkseth@grovetheatre.ca as one single PDF. Include the position title in the subject line.
Your cover letter should address the following questions:
1. What excites you about The Grove Theatre
2. What relevant skills and experiences do you bring to this role or if you are applying from outside the arts sector, what motivated you to apply for this role and what transferable skills may apply?
We recognize no one’s skill set will be in perfect alignment with this job call. If you have some of these skills listed above, we encourage you to apply. The Grove Theatre looks forward to a variety of applicants.
We thank everyone for taking the time to apply, but as we are a very small staff, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications are considered confidential.
- Position Type: Contract
- Posted Date: Posted 22 days ago
- Closing Date: February 15, 2025
- Location: Fenelon Falls
- Salary: $1350 per week