Job Title: Head Technician

Position Type: Part-time union role (IATSE)

Department: ArtHubs Events

Reporting to: Event Operations & Production Manager

Location: Daniels Spectrum

Application Deadline is October 22, 2026. Please submit your resumes to [email protected]

About ArtHubs Events:

ArtHubs Events is the social enterprise and venue-rental division of ArtHubs Toronto, operating a portfolio of unique cultural event spaces including Wychwood Barns, Daniels Spectrum and Gibraltar Point. We deliver corporate, social, nonprofit, community and cultural events while generating revenue that supports the ongoing operation of our cultural hubs and helps maintain accessible space for artists and community organizations. Our work combines professional event sales, operations and production with a broader social purpose: creating exceptional events while helping sustain vibrant cultural spaces across Toronto.

Position: Head Technician

ArtHubs Events is currently seeking a Head Technician for Daniels Spectrum. Reporting to the Event Operations & Production Manager, and working closely with the other Technicians, the Head Technician will be a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can successfully act as team leader, coach and communicator and thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines. Working professionally with superb customer service skills with all rental clients, patrons, ArtHubs staff, outside contractors and other technical employees, the Head Technician takes a leadership role in the installation, operation, and strikes of events, directing, mentoring and training casual crew members as well as maintaining, servicing, and operating the facility’s technical equipment as required.

The Head

Technician will have a deep understanding of the mission of the organization and the department, and will work with the Production Manager to ensure the successful execution of events.

Responsibilities:

· Oversees all audio/visual productions for events contracted by ArtHubs Events within Daniels Spectrum – specifically Ada Slaight Hall and the Community Living Room.

· Provides professional, transparent and direct written and oral communications with all staff, clients and patrons,

including thorough documentation of event activities and issues, de-escalating conflicts onsite during events and troubleshooting to ensure event success.

· Implementing day of event schedule requirements and directing all staff and clients through the load in and set up, cueing, rehearsing, event and strike procedures, ensuring breaks are taken in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

· Directing clients to safety and emergency procedures and enforcing all safety standards and protocols.

· May be required to assist with training, orientation and direction of all casual technical employees.

· Ensuring adherence of Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code and ArtHubs policies, protocols and procedures

· Assist with the maintenance, organization, repair and replacement of equipment.





· Participate in occasional professional training & development staff activities.

· Demonstrating a clear understanding of the mandate and vision of Arthubs and Daniels Spectrum, as outlined in the preamble of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Work Conditions:

· This role occasionally requires lifting heavy furniture safely and operating commercial equipment

· Ability to carry furniture and equipment (up to 80lbs)

Qualifications

· Post-secondary education in theatre production with a minimum of 2 years of experience as a theatre technician

· Superior customer service orientation

· Self-starter who can work independently and function well within a team and across functions

· Must be able to follow written directions and diagrams/floor plans (for event set up and tear down)

· Flexibility and availability for last-minute staffing opportunities

· An understanding of non-profits and community organizations

Certifications:

· AODA Customer Service Standards and other AODA training as directed, De-escalation training

· Working at Heights

· Elevated Work Platform Certification

· CPR-C First Aid

· WHMIS

Technical Skills, Competencies, and Knowledge

Video Systems, Projection & Signal Flow:

· Advanced operation of Blackmagic Television Studio and ATEM Mini Pro ISO/Extreme switchers, including multi-source routing, live switching, and real-time graphics integration.

· Setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of video signal chains (SDI, HDMI, CAT5/ CAT6, and fibre), including distribution, conversion, and latency management.

· Operation of DATAVideo converters, HDMI/SDI splitters, scalers, and format converters.

· Integration of video, audio, and presentation systems within Crestron PRO2 and DM-MDI 16x16 matrix switcher environments.

· Setup and alignment of Panasonic PT-DZ570 (WUXGA) and Barco G62-W11 (11,000 lumens) projectors for large-format and blended projection applications.

· Knowledge of projection geometry, keystone correction, aspect ratio management, and edge blending.

· Maintenance and service of projection equipment, including lamp replacement, filter cleaning, lens adjustments and projector rigging.

Camera & Recording Systems:

· Operation of Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras for live capture, multicam, and ISO recording workflows.

· Proficiency in configuring camera settings (frame rate, ISO, white balance, colour space, LUTs) for consistent output across multiple sources.

· Working knowledge of camera communication protocols (HDMI, SDI, and timecode synchronization).

· Operation and routing of camera feeds to switchers, monitors, and capture devices for both local and streaming output.

· Experience managing camera rigging for live events—tripod, rail,



and riser mounting, with attention to sightlines and audience obstruction.

Livestreaming & Recording

· Proficient in OBS Studio, vMix, and Blackmagic Web Presenter for streaming and recording workflows.

· Configuration of streaming protocols (RTMP/RTSP) for platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, and Vimeo.

· Setup of audio embedding and synchronization between X32 console output and ATEM Mini or Blackmagic Web Presenter input.

· Network configuration for livestreaming, including IP addressing, bandwidth management, and Ethernet distribution for redundant connections.

· Recording and archiving of event footage using ISO recorders and external SSDs, with attention to data management and file delivery protocols

Audio-Visual Integration:

· Integration of Behringer X32 audio feeds into video switchers for livestreams and recordings.

· Understanding of embedded audio, analog/digital signal routing, and delay compensation.

· Coordination between lighting and projection cues for synchronized media playback.

· Software & Playback Systems.

· Operation of QLab, PowerPoint, Keynote, and other applications for client playback, with integrated video switching and live cueing.

· Familiarity with media encoding, compression, and file formats (ProRes, H.264, DNxHD) for live and post-production use.

· Basic troubleshooting of playback latency dropped frames, and system resource management.

Lighting:

· Working knowledge in operating ETC Ion Lighting Console

· Operation of DMX/ArtNet lighting systems including movers, RGBW, and conventional fixtures; DMX troubleshooting.

· Ability to read lighting plots and Vectorworks drawings.

· Focusing, maintaining, and cleaning lighting fixtures.

· Basic programming and cueing using ETC Ion lighting console.

Audio:

· Working knowledge in operating Behringer X32 Audio Console

· Knowledge of a variety of microphones, other audio equipment and suitable applications

· Operation of playback devices including personal music devices and computer applications

· Sound equipment maintenance and cleaning

Rigging & Staging:

· Rigging and alignment of projection screens, truss-mounted projectors, LED walls, and other technical equipment using appropriate safety-rated hardware and knots (Stopper, Bowline, Clove Hitch).

· Familiarity with rated drifts, aircraft cable, copper sleeves, and swagging techniques for secure video, lighting, audio, and set installations.

· Setup/strike of risers with proper legs, railings, skirting, and stairs.

· Operation of motorized telescopic seating unit.

· Knowledge of Ontario Building Code for height and railing requirements.

· Reading floor plans and Vectorworks drawings.

Power & Electrical Systems:

· Amperage calculations, load balancing, and monitoring.

· Experience with power distribution systems, including 3-phase.

· Operation and basic maintenance of ETC dimmers, including cleaning and basic maintenance.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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