Coordinator, Theatre Production & Rentals
Full-Time, Continuing Contract
Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, every day students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.
Bound by our belief in the power of girl-centred education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school including you.
We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.
Reporting to the Director, Operations & Technology, this is responsible for the technical operations of all campus productions, concerts and events. As well as managing the theater facility.
This role is based in-person from 8:00am - 4:30pm, but could vary from time to time to support the operational needs of the School (evening and weekend work required).
This position is not eligible for remote work.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the technical operations of all CHS productions, concerts, rehearsals, assemblies, guest lectures, and other community events in the Theatre, drama studio, Manrell Hall, and other locations as required
- Establish operating policies and guidelines for the safe use of the school's theatre facilities and performance spaces, and proactively communicate and implement these to students, teachers and staff
- Program and operate theatrical lighting, sound, and video systems in the theatre and drama studio
- Live stream and/or create video and audio recordings of events when requested
- Setup temporary AV systems around campus (sports days, outdoor band performances, etc)
- Facilitate live translation services as requested
- Participate in bi-weekly whole school operations meetings, and assist in the planning of school events
- Perform regular maintenance and repairs on theatre equipment
- Coordinate the movement of choir risers, acoustic shells, and the grand piano on and off stage to accommodate the different needs of performance groups and classes
- Train, schedule, and supervise our student tech crew in the areas of lighting, sound, projection, stage management, and backstage safety
- Train staff and teachers on the use of theatre and AV equipment as required
- Responsible, in conjunction with the IT department, for the AV systems in Manrell Hall, the junior and senior school gyms, and the junior school atrium, as these are frequently used as event and performance venues
- Oversee the Theatre and Foyer calendars, which include class schedules and event bookings, and find solutions to schedule conflicts; this involves daily communication with teachers and staff, as these spaces are in high demand
- Provide AV support and facility supervision/management for rental events in the theatre and other Crofton venues as required
- Support the IT department with AV related tickets when required
- Produce two senior school theatre productions each year:
- Grade 8-9 production in the drama studio
- Grade 10-12 production in the theatre
- Participate in the play selection process, taking into consideration technical demands and costs
- Secure performance rights and the delivery of production materials from licensing agencies
- Facilitate the design, technical, and logistical aspects of each production, including scenery, rigging, props, costumes, lighting, sound, and projection
- Create production budgets
- Hire technical, construction, and design specialists to assist on larger productions
- Oversee teacher co-curricular involvement in the productions, including scheduling and training (tickets, front of house, posters, etc)
- Lead bi-weekly production meetings
- Create detailed production schedules
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 1+ years working in a theatre technician capacity
- Bachelor's Degree in Theatre production, IT or equivalent years of experience an asset
Skills/Competences:
- Oversee production technical requirements
- Schedule productions and theater availability
- Provide A/V technical support for teachers and staff and school events
- Train and teach students and staff on theatre production and stagecraft
- Oversee production initiatives and ensures safe operation of equipment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Proactive and flexible, self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and schedules
- Be open and accept change with a positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communications skills
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Experience working with youth an asset
- Expertise with lighting, sound, rigging and production
- Strong working knowledge in the operation of digital control boards, sound boards and routing systems
Experience with the following would be an asset:
- ETC lighting consoles
- LED and conventional lighting fixtures
- Yamaha digital sound consoles
- Live audio mixing, particularly for musical theatre
- Dante and NDI network protocols
- Scenic carpentry and rigging
- Video production
Employment and Application Details:
Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.
This role is scheduled to start in late August 2024.
Compensation: $60,000 - $68,000 depending on experience
Please include the following with your application:
- A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.
- Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.
Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers.
We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.
About Crofton House School
Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.
Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Guided by the School's values of courage, creativity and citizenship, students are able to discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.
Established in 1898, Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver.
