[Candrama] Employment Opportunity: Technical Director at CDTPS, University of Toronto

[Tara Maher]

Hello, could you please share the following job opportunity on your listserv?
Technical Director - APPLY HERE<https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-ON/563441517/>

(Below is a copy of the job description found at the above link)



Date Posted: 09/19/2022
Req ID: 27274
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Centre for Drama, Theatre, Performance
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00007646



Description:

About us:
The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

The Centre for Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies is located in downtown Toronto, the perfect location to experience and participate in all kinds of performance. We hold high standards for students in our broad and rich academic program, and throughout rigorous performance training.

Our centre is in the process of moving into a newly designed facility in the Laidlaw Wing of University College. In addition to the Helen Gardiner Phelan Playhouse, we will be moving into newly designed theatre and studio spaces that will enrich the creative and intellectual exploration of our students and faculty, all supported by our technical and production staff. With a combination of courses and practical streams, our centre emphasizes the integration of academic and practical work in our holistic approach to classical through contemporary theatre and performance.

Your opportunity:
Under the general direction of the Director and the day-to-day supervision of the Manager, Theatre Operations, the Technical Director supports technical needs of the Centre's academic courses and oversees all technical aspects of productions and events taking place at all of the Centre's performance spaces.

Your responsibilities will include:

  *   Reviewing and assessing requirements needed to meet both theatre and course production needs and timelines
  *   Scheduling day-to-day production activities and crews
  *   Providing detailed explanations and demonstrating technical procedures to theatre crews
  *   Analyzing technical operation activities and recommending changes for improvement
  *   Keeping well-informed on production activities, schedules, and rental agreements
  *   Analyzing and recommending facility equipment renewal, maintenance and storage for budgeting purposes
  *   Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure budget, deadlines, standards, and scope are met
  *   Paying close attention to occupational safety precautions

Essential Qualifications:

  *   Bachelor's Degree in a related field of study, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
  *   Minimum five years of recent and related technical experience supporting professional theatre productions.
  *   Experience with technical aspects of productions (e.g. set, lighting, sound design, scenic art, front-of-house, box office, etc.)
  *   Experience providing technical direction to and scheduling work for theatre staff.
  *   Experience supporting rental spaces and agreements.
  *   Experience conducting needs assessments for facility equipment renewal, maintenance and storage to supportbudgeting processes.
  *   Excellent skills with identifying, troubleshooting, and making minor equipment repairs.
  *   Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  *   Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  *   Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, multi-task and organize work, and meet tight deadlines while able to pay attention to detail.
  *   Demonstrated skills and ability to provide effective guidance and advice to stakeholders in a responsive, empathetic, diplomatic, and thoughtful manner.

Assets (Nonessential):

  *   Knowledge of and experience with the Centre for Drama, Theatre, and Performance Studies.

To be successful in this role you will be:

  *   Accountable
  *   Diplomatic
  *   Meticulous
  *   Multi-tasker
  *   Possess a positive attitude
  *   Resourceful



Closing Date: 09/28/2022, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $67,659 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $86,523. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Arts & Culture


Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers at utoronto.ca<mailto:uoft.careers at utoronto.ca>.

Apply at the following page: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-ON/563441517/













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