Apprentice Technical Director – Mentorship
12-Week, Full-time Contract
This position is open to those who identify as equity-deserving
About Vertigo Theatre
Vertigo Theatre is a premiere cultural institution in Calgary and has entertained audiences for 47 years with high-quality programming. It is the only theatre in North America programming a season based entirely in the intrigue and mystery genre. Located at the base of the Calgary Tower, the Vertigo Theatre complex is home to our administration, ticket offices, and two performance venues. Vertigo Theatre aims to thrill, entertain, and challenge by creating theatre that ignites the curiosity of our community. We are dedicated to the revitalization of the mystery theatre genre and to inspiring and mentoring the next generation of arts leaders.
About the Position
This apprenticeship is made possible through the National Arts Centre’s Apprenticeship Program for Technical Production, Producing and Design.
To further its commitment to education and professional development, Vertigo Theatre is seeking to hire an Apprentice Technical Director. This is a mentorship position where the Apprentice Technical Director will be exposed to all the aspects of Technical Directing a professional production.
The Apprentice will shadow the Technical Director on the production of A Killing at La Cucina, and then have opportunities to step into leadership positions on the subsequent production, The DaVinci Code.
The mentorship will cover relevant skills including costing, budgeting, scheduling, construction drafting, crew management, rigging and structural safety, shop tools/safety, interdepartmental integration, and long-term planning. Other department-specific skills may be covered, but are not considered core competencies, such as: lighting, sound, video, wardrobe, and small props.
The successful candidate will be a motivated individual who has a keen interest in developing their skills in theatrical production and leadership. This position would be well suited to a recent graduate of a theatre school, or technicians who would like to learn more about how to run the technical side of theatre operations.
Qualifications
– Preference will be given to candidates who are interested in a career in Technical Direction, Production Management, or other organization and leadership positions within technical theatre.
– In accordance with Section 11 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, this position is open to individuals deserving of equity. We encourage applicants to self identify in their cover letters. For the purposes of this job posting, equity deserving is defined as anyone who identifies as a woman, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour (IBPoC) members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people with disabilities.
– A diploma or degree in a technical area of production or equivalent experience is an asset, but not required.
– A natural collaborator with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Hours
40 hours per week. Schedule to be set with the Technical Director based on the needs of the productions, which may include evenings and weekends. This position is subject to an averaging arrangement as per Alberta Labour Code.
Dates
12 week contract from March 3rd to May 12, 2025
Compensation
$800.00 per week plus 4% Vacation Pay
Deadline to Submit
The position will remain open until an appropriate candidate is selected. Interviews will begin as applications are received, commencing February 19, 2025.
This position has a start date of March 3, 2025.
Please send a cover letter with a resume as well as three references to Jessie Paynter, Production and Facilities Manager, at applications@vertigotheatre.com.
Please use the subject line ATD Application.
At Vertigo Theatre we are committed to a respectful work environment and a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Thank you to all applicants. If you need additional assistance to apply for this position, please call 403-221-3716 or email Jessie.Paynter@vertigotheatre.com.
For more information about Vertigo Theatre please visit our website, www.vertigotheatre.com
