The Virgin Trial – Alberta Theatre Projects The Virgin TrialAlberta Theatre ProjectsDirected by : Glynis LeyshonWritten by : Kate HennigActors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah OrensteinSet Design : Scott Reid.Lighting Design : David FraserCostume Design : Heather MoorePhoto : Benjamin LairdPhoto CreditsDirected by : Glynis LeyshonWritten by : Kate HennigActors Pictured : Nigel Shawn Williams, Jamie Konchak, Emma Houghton, Conrad Belau & Sarah OrensteinSet Design : Scott Reid.Lighting Design : David FraserCostume Design : Heather MoorePhoto : Benjamin LairdLocated in Edmonton, at La Cité francophone, L’Uni Théâtre is a not-for-profit organization. Alberta’s only professional Francophone theatre company, L’Uni Théâtre produces French-language programming which is presented in the theatre of La Cité francophone. This theatre space boasts a flexible 196 seat rental venue, along with the small intimate Studio Yolande Proulx, located backstage, as well as a carpentry workshop. L’Uni Théâtre also manages the theatre/workshop rentals under contract for La Cité francophone.L’Uni Théâtre is currently accepting applications for the position of Technical Director. This person shall be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects for L’Uni Théâtre’s productions. The Technical Director is also responsible for managing the theatre rentals for outside renters, which include a number of local performing arts companies. The Technical Director works as a technician during rentals.REsponsibilities SHALL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:Liaisons with the Artistic Director, General Manager, Stage Managers, Designers, Technicians and renter’s artistic and technical contactsDevelops technical concepts, equipment needs,



staff requirements and schedules for the builds of L’Uni Théâtre’s productions.Responsible for all technical aspects and set up of the company’s Festival théâtre jeunesse de l’Alberta (4-day youth drama festival).Hires and supervises production staff in all related areas; provides direction, training, support and evaluationEvaluates practicality of concepts, solves technical and various conceptual problems, prepares estimates and monitors spending within the assigned budgetsSources and procures tools, equipment and materials focusing on financial and operational efficiencySupervises efficient and safe load-ins and load-outs for L’Uni Théâtre and various rentalsRuns technical aspects during performances of L’Uni Théâtre’s productions and during theatre rentalsEnsures a safe working setting for the crew and artists on stage, backstage and in the carpentry workshopEnsures proper use and maintenance of facilities, tools and equipmentMakes recommendations regarding capital purchasesREQUIRED SKILLS & QUALITIES:The successful applicant will have proven knowledge of production techniques and staging principles and the use of relevant computer programs (usual MS Office applications), including Auto CAD.A minimum of three years experience as a Technical Director or related experience is required.The applicant should have experience with modern ETC lighting consoles and digital audio mixers.We are seeking a dynamic and responsible individual with superior management skills.The successful candidate will have experience in motivating and managing staff.The candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations.The individual should be self motivated, and continuously work toward improving and maintaining the theatre and operational practices.Having current First Aid and Fall Arrest training is an asset. Being bilingual (French and English) is also an asset.Candidates must be available to work evenings and weekends, as required by production and rental schedules.START DATE: September 4th, 2017SALARY: commensurate with experience (benefits after preliminary contract)#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Job (Edmonton): Technical Director – L’unithéâtre
🏢 Theatre Alberta
📍 Edmonton