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Position Title: Technical Director
Department: Production
Responsible to: Director of Production

Calgary Opera’s Vision: Calgary Opera aspires to be a leader in the opera field, known for its intensive collaboration with arts organizations of all sizes, a thoughtful balance of traditional classics and more alternative works, and a mix of larger-scale and smaller artistic projects. The company will rely on a network of diverse sources to recruit artistic and operational talent, with a strong commitment to develop and showcase top Canadian talent.

Calgary Opera’s Mission: Calgary Opera engages our entire community with innovative and inspiring operas in a multitude of forms and venues, and through educational activities and the training of young Canadian artists, while developing our people and managing our operations in a fiscally sound and efficient manner.

Calgary Opera’s Values:

• Dynamic, progressive and diverse works that advance the artistic practice, drive excellence and engage the broadest spectrum of our community.
• The development and promotion of Canadian talent.
• An unrelenting commitment to and relationship with audiences and the community at large.
• Being part of our community.
• Nurturing and maintaining a high performance team.
• Financial responsibility and long-term sustainability.
• Thrilling audiences, board, staff and partners every time we interact.

Summary

The technical director is responsible for managing the technical production-related aspects of all Calgary Opera productions and events.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in a recognized professional training program.
• Minimum three years experience as a technical director in opera or regional theatre.
• Experience working with union crews.
• Experience in a theatre with a counterweight fly system.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to communicate with directors, designers, administration, stage management, suppliers and vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In consultation with the director of production, the technical director negotiates technical support, contracts and coordinates all personnel, equipment, and services related to physical productions all Calgary Opera productions and events.
• Coordinate shipping logistics for production rentals.
• Assist director of production in developing production budgets as well as monthly budget reconciliation and forecasting.
• Maintains production records, updates rental information for productions, manages, production rental inquiries and rental contracts.
• Act as the set up and strike supervisor for all Calgary Opera productions.
• Sets production schedule in coordination with director of production.
• Supervises the work of the assistant technical director and production assistant.
• Researches and coordinates purchases and construction for all productions, outreach, and special events.
• Working closely with the designer, provide costing, construction drawings, and develop scenery construction and painting schedule.
• In conjunction with stage management, ensure the smooth and accurate integration of all technical elements into each show in the rehearsal process and performances.
• Supervises load-ins, load-outs, technical rehearsals, performances and special events, creates crew calls for shows and determines labour needs.
• Sits on negotiating committee with regard to contract negotiations with I.A.T.S.E.
• Responsible for inventory of warehouse, maintenance of contents, which includes repair and/or refurbishment of sets and props.
• Acquisition of lighting and additional gear needed for production and events.
• Drawing, drafting and distribution of plots, including rail, for shows and for onsite set constructions.
• Act as construction team leader for all set construction projects.
• Attend all technical rehearsals and performances.
• Be responsible for the approved acquisition, maintenance, loan and rental of all Calgary Opera lighting, sound, video (projection), stage equipment and accessories.
• Provide support, where possible with facility related issues/repairs/rentals.
• Stay abreast of current trends in lighting, sound, scenic construction, and special effects technology.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Vectorworks.
• Knowledgeable in theatre lighting, audio, scenic construction, scenery and rigging practices.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s licence, clean driving record (capable of driving a five ton is an asset)
• Current Fall Arrest, Scissor Lift, First Aid and WHMIS.

Measurements of Success

• On-time delivery of each production element for all areas of responsibility.
• Positive reports from directors, designers, stage managers and technical department heads.
• Low rate of accident reports filed.

Please submit application and resume with references to:

Bonni Baynton
Director of Production
bbaynton@calgaryopera.com

Deadline for Submissions: May 31, 2019 or until suitable candidate has been found.
Start Date: Mid June or sooner. Start date is negotiable.

Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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