Technical Theatre Coordinator - (00293.12)

Company Overview

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is a comprehensive, learner-centred and sustainable university offering high-quality, flexible education, training, research and scholarship to regional, national and international learners and their communities. TRU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in the fields of Nursing, Social Work, Education, Computer Science, Science and Law to a highly diverse student population. Located on the traditional territory of the Secwepemc peoples, TRU offers two campuses in Kamloops and Williams Lake and several regional centres in British Columbia’s southern interior.

Job Description

The Theatre Technical Coordinator's primary duty is to coordinate all aspects of theatre production for the Theatre Program at Thompson Rivers University.   MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains all technical areas of production in the theatre including, but not limited to: set, lighting, props, sound, paint and costume.
• Provides technical support to classes, productions or any other event as required.
• Sources and purchases all supplies and materials needed for productions.
• Maintains files and records.
• Creates and maintains the production schedule for all productions and events.
• Coordinates and schedules all student crew work on productions.
• Demonstrates use of all equipment and ensures proper safety procedures are followed.
• Oversees loans and return of equipment/goods to other theatre organizations.
• Anticipates future technical needs and submits equipment acquisition proposals.
• Maintains order and safety in all areas of the theatre, workshops and storage areas.
• Consults with designers and responsible for costing and approval of final designs.
• Responsible to evaluate the safety and structural integrity of designs for productions and to create any technical drawings as necessary in order to execute designs.
• Maintains order in the carpentry shop and costume construction area and ensures that basic supplies are stocked for build of productions.
• Coordinates and oversees student use of lighting and sound equipment during set up, technical rehearsals and performances.
• Oversees student booth / backstage crews during technical rehearsals and performances.
• Organizes regular production meetings with faculty and students to coordinate all areas of work on productions.  Ensures that minutes of production meetings are recorded and distributed.
• Provides designs as needed for productions in the areas of set, props, lighting and costumes, technical drawings and build models in scale and perspective renderings.
• Works with Faculty to oversee student work studies in production and costume areas.

Schedule: VariedSchedule Description: 2024/25 Working Schedule July 1 - Aug 11, 2024 10 hrs/wk Aug 12 - Dec 15, 2024 35 hrs/wk Dec 16 - Dec 29, 2024 7.5 hrs/wk Dec 30, 2024 - April 20, 2025 35 hrs/wk April 21 - June 29, 2025 10 hrs/wk Please note that schedule may be negotiable and is subject to change depending on departmental requirements. EDUCATION:

• Four (4) year undergraduate post secondary degree Theatre Production and Design; (BFA) or equivalent

 EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years' technical/studio experience in theatre production and design

 SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Knowledge of lighting control hardware / software
• Skilled in maintenance of lighting instruments, calibration and repair
• Knowledge and ability to design sets, lighting, props, costumes
• Knowledge of costume construction and ability to sew by hand and with machine
• Knowledge and skilled in scenic construction techniques for theatre.  Proficient in the use of woodworking equipment, smaller power tools and hand tools
• Knowledge of safety procedures for all areas of theatre production and set construction
• Ability in scenic painting techniques such as wood graining, faux finishes and applied textures with brush and other tools
• Knowledge of sound equipment for theatre
• Knowledge of Mac OS computer systems and specialized programs for theatre
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently

 WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working at heights using ladders and in lighting catwalks. Use of fall protection harness
• Standing for long periods of time
• Work involves exposure to dust, fumes, volatile chemicals, heat, loud noises, working in dark environments, electromagnetic fields on a regular basis
• Ability to move weights in excess of 20 kg
• Travel required

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.