THEATRE ADMINISTRATOR—The Old Trout Puppet Workshop is seeking an individual with business administration and accounting/book keeping experience to fill P/T position. Long-term position to start immediately. Respond: mail@theoldtrouts.org with cover letter and current resume including 2 references. Salary is negotiable.
TOUR/STAGE MANAGER—The Old Trout Puppet Workshop is seeking an individual willing to tour March 15 to May 28, 2010. This is a full time temporary position. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years theatrical training and experience touring. Respond: mail@theoldtrouts.org with cover letter and current resume including 2 references. Salary is negotiable.
STAGE MANAGER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR—The Old Trout Puppet Workshop is seeking an individual willing to tour. This is a long term, full time position. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years training in technical theatre and 4 years practical experience. Respond: mail@theoldtrouts.org with cover letter and current resume including 2 references. Salary is negotiable.
PRODUCTION MANAGER —The Production Manager will play a crucial role within our small team, to ensure the success of our exciting 2009/10 programs, including international and national tours.
How to Apply
Please read the supplied information carefully before preparing your application. To be considered, your application MUST include:
• Your resume, highlighting relevant experience and key achievements.
• The names and daytime contact details of three referees.
Applications for Production Manager must be received by 5pm, Monday, August 17th, 2009.
Please send to:
Attention: Cimmeron Meyer
The Old Trout Puppet Worshop
1315 – 17th St SW
Calgary, Alberta
T2R 1A5
OR cim@theoldtrouts.org
Applications may be posted or emailed, but applicants are responsible for ensuring their application is received and readable. If you need any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact the office at 403-508-4929 (office hours M-F 10am-2pm MST)
Position Description
Production Manager
Hours: As required (negotiable)
Basis of employment: Full time, limited contract
Term of Contract: Aug 31, 2009 – June 10th, 2010 (40 weeks one week off for Christmas)
Employment Conditions: Time off in lieu of overtime, travel as needed for tours.
The Production Manager is primarily responsible for the coordination of all technical and production requirements for The Old Trout Puppet Worshop and it’s 2009/10 Season.
Detailed responsibilities will be negotiated with the successful applicant, depending on their skills and experience. The core skills and duties are those detailed in the Detailed Responsibilities below.
The Production Manager reports directly to the General Manager.
Responsibilities in Detail
• Review venues for tours and advise on technical and logistical requirements
• Liaise with theatre technical representatives regarding access and conditions of use
• Ensure facilities are prepared for artistic teams, that they are compatible to OH&S standards, and amenities are provided
• Determine whether any permits or licenses are required for sites or production elements and apply for them if needed.
• Coordinate lighting, sound, staging, electrical infrastructure, communication systems and other equipment required for productions
• Liaise with artistic teams to determine production design requirements
• Undertake any construction required for production design, or engage suitable staff or contractors
• Take part in artistic planning & production meetings with artistic teams and company staff, and in such other planning structures as may be agreed
• Manage technical production budgets in consultation with the General Manager
• Determine technical staff requirements engage suitable staff and manage them
• Develop production schedules for all company staff and artists
• Coordinate Load-in and Strike
• Attend rehearsals as necessary
• Operate technical equipment for rehearsals and public performance, as required
• Take part in an evaluation process after each project’s completion
• Develop technical requirements schedules for all projects, with set, staging and LX/Audio plans, to be used for “The Tooth Fairy”
*Design opportunities are available to the right candidate.
Workshop & Equipment Management
• Coordinate maintenance of Workshop
• Maintain Equipment inventory and ensure that it is in good working order
• Maintain storage
Selection Criteria
1. Previous production management experience, particularly in the areas outlined above and in touring
2. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of a small team, with a high level of autonomy, self-motivation and initiative;
3. Understanding of risk management and OH&S policy and practice
4. Experience in budget preparation and monitoring
5. A sound knowledge of various computer software packages for the purposes of scheduling, planning, tracking and design, as well as general email and internet communication; and
6. Design interest/experience
