POSITION TITLE: Assistant Technical Director

STATUS: Full time

SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $60,000

START DATE: September 2025

ABOUT CANADIAN STAGE

Canadian Stage is one of the country’s leading not-for-profit contemporary performing arts organizations. Sharing innovative work from Canada and across the world, the company stages an annual season across four Toronto venues, including its beautiful heritage building on Berkeley and Front Street, in the vibrant St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood.

In its long and storied history, Canadian Stage has employed thousands of artists and produced hundreds of new productions to over 5,000,000 audience members, including the premieres of 350+ new Canadian works. Many of the plays developed by Canadian Stage have been awarded and nominated for Canada's most prestigious literary and performing arts honours, including Governor General's, Chalmers, and Dora Mavor Moore Awards.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Assistant Technical Director (ATD) is a member of the Production Department and reports to the Technical Director. The ATD assists the Technical Director and other members of the Production Department with the daily operation of the department and the productions, presentation and related activities of Canadian Stage. The ATD assists in planning, management and supervision of technical requirements for productions and related activities as required.

Key Relationships:

• Other members of the Production Department

• Other Canadian Stage departments

• The creative and production teams of productions and presentations

• External organizations such as renters, suppliers, etc.

Major Responsibilities:

• Functions as onsite and/or primarily technical coordinator for assigned projects, under the direction of the Technical Director on Canadian Stage produced shows.

• Assist the Technical Director throughout the production process. This includes but is not limited to research, planning, and implementation of lighting, audio, and video requirements.

• Produce and maintain AutoCAD or Vectorworks drawings for production builds. Generate ground plan and section drawings.

• Liaise and work with the Rental and Partner Companies to fulfill their technical needs

• Create, modify and/or interpret various technical drawings

• Along with the Technical Director, supervise the timely load in/out and successful technical periods of productions at Canadian Stage’s venues

• Assist in generating and distributing the technical schedules for all production spaces

• Assist in establishing the labour requirements for lighting, sound, video and scenic elements for productions as assigned

• Act as a Supervisor for the IATSE Local 58 House crew and casual technicians as required

• Involvement in research, planning, and implementation of production capital projects

• Provide technical support and co-ordination for Canadian Stage events and activities

• Maintain Production based inventories and asset tracking

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Technical Director

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in technical theatre

• Experience as a Technical Director or ATD would be a strong asset

• Solid proficiency with Vectorworks

• Available to work evenings and weekends

• Experience in the setting and upholding of safety standards in all parts of the venue – from stages, backstage, audience and FOH

• An ability to work unsupervised while maintaining goals and an attention to detail

• Experience working in a team-based collaborative environment with a positive attitude to deliver high-quality presentations. Ability to work with diplomacy and tact with a wide range of stakeholders

• Valid Class G Ontario Driver's License

• The ability to drive a large cargo van and a 5-ton transport truck (automatic transmission) is an asset

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications should be submitted by September 19, 2025 and include the following:

• A Letter of Intent stating the candidate’s interest in the position, relevant experience, and critical responsibilities. The letter should be no longer than one page

• A Resume, no longer than two pages

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one PDF.
Send your application to: atd@canadianstage.com
Use the email subject header: “Assistant Technical Director”

The review of candidates will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled.

Canadian Stage is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where all voices are valued. We deeply value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from qualified individuals from all cultures, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, and abilities. These experiences are essential to enriching our work and strengthening our community.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those short-listed will be contacted.