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Directed by : Glynis Leyshon
Written by : Kate Hennig
Actors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah Orenstein
Set Design : Scott Reid.
Lighting Design : David Fraser
Costume Design : Heather Moore
Photo : Benjamin Laird

Jobs (Calgary): House Technician, Head of Stage & Sound – Decidedly Jazz Danceworks

DECIDEDLY JAZZ DANCEWORKS (DJD) – HOUSE TECHNICIAN – Head Stage & Sound
DJD is inviting applications for the seasonal part‑time position of House Technician – Head Stage & Sound.

Job Description and Duties
The ideal candidate is an experienced theatre technician who has worked in both theatre and dance, with strong technical and administrative skills. Applications from those who are new to the industry and highly motivated to learn will also be considered. The House Technician (HT) – Head Stage & Sound will be responsible for the technical aspects of activities associated with DJD productions and rentals. The HT – Head Stage & Sound will collaborate with the House Technician – Head LX, Production Manager (PM), artists, and rental clients to execute the artistic vision of a given event.

About DJD
Established in 1984, Decidedly Jazz Danceworks (DJD) is one of only a handful of skilled jazz dance companies in North America. DJD’s mandate is to create an awareness of, and encourage respect for the integrity, spirit, and traditions of jazz through education and performance.



A typical DJD season is anchored by a minimum of two original productions, at least one of which includes live music. The company also tours nationally; and is involved in educational programming and community outreach. DJD is based in Calgary and has an operating budget of $3.5 million. In April 2016, DJD completed a successful $28.5M capital campaign opening the beautiful DJD Dance Centre, creating a wonderful new home for DJD and the arts community with 6 studios, and a 230-seat studio theatre.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee and operate the technical equipment for rentals and DJD productions. This includes lighting, sound, video, and rigging, with a specialized focus on stage and sound requirements. The HT will work with the HT – Head LX and PM to determine when additional casual technical staff and department heads are needed.
- Liaise with rental clients to ensure venue safety protocols are followed.
- Liaise with the FOH Manager during rentals to coordinate audience entrances and exits and ensure that events remain on schedule.
- Complete post‑event technical reports and archive event related paperwork
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of backstage, tool storage, production storage rooms and help to identify issues/solutions in these areas.
- Act as the Crew Lead between DJD and casual technical crew during load‑ins, setups and strikes.
- Assist the PM in advancing and implementing the technical components of rentals and DJD productions in the DJD Dance Centre, as well as the occasional off‑site DJD event.
- Work with the PM to schedule, supervise, and/or execute the maintenance/cleaning of the theatre equipment and dance floor.
- Assist the PM in researching, ordering, and picking up technical supplies & equipment.
- Work with the PM to maintain and follow workplace health & safety guidelines.
- Assist with DJD’s dance school studio needs, such as laying and maintaining dance floor, moving tap boards, tables, AV equipment, chairs, and other tasks as required.

Required Qualifications

- High level of profe

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