Assistant Technical Director

About The National Ballet of Canada

The National Ballet of Canada is one of the most exciting, innovative arts institutions in Canada, and among the top ballet companies in the world. Since its establishment in 1951, The National Ballet of Canada is celebrated for its remarkable dancers and diverse repertoire of traditional full-length classic ballets and cutting-edge contemporary work by world-renowned choreographers and designers. Our Education and Community Engagement programmes are designed to cultivate an interest in the arts and promote dance to youth and broader communities.

Executing world-class, unforgettable performances and challenging our audiences is at the core of what we do, none of which would be possible without a talented and passionate team of employees. We persist to create an environment that encourages our artists and employees to realize the fullest extent of their talents in an inclusive workplace.

About the Position

Reporting to and working closely with the Technical Director, the Assistant Technical Director will assist in providing all aspects of technical and production support for all the National Ballet of Canada’s performances, YOU dance and Special Events. This is a seasonal position for a length of 26 weeks beginning in September 2024 and ending in May 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary activities, responsibilities, and duties of the role include, but are not limited to:

YOU dance and Special Events:
• Obtaining technical requirements for all YOU dance activities and all special events
• Creating cost estimates and schedules as required
• Obtaining equipment and supplies as required
• Arranging for and supervising technical crews as required for YOU dance set-ups and events
• Provide on-site support to YOU Dance Stage Manager including driving
• Provide general production assistance for events and live streams at both the Walter Carsen Centre and the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts

Toronto and Touring Performances:
• Assist in the documenting, record keeping and data basing of all production information
• Assist in research and obtaining technical information for future productions
• Assist the Technical Director in the day-to-day operations of the production department

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a technical/production field
• Experience working in both unionized and office environments, an asset
• Working knowledge of MS Office and knowledge of Vectorworks, an asset
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation in the performance industry
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced environment under time constraints
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as required
• Class G Drivers License

Working Conditions

• Work out of main office, The Walter Carsen Centre, located at 470 Queens Quay West, Toronto
• Work out of the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, located at 145 Queen Street West, Toronto
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be physically capable to squat and move quickly
• Required to drive a vehicle between for YOU dance venues

Application Process

Please submit one PDF document that includes your cover letter, disclosing your salary expectations and updated resume to [email protected] with the subject heading Assistant Technical Director. We will be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received, and we may choose to move forward with interviews before the deadline. Early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to participate in a Criminal Background Check.

The National Ballet of Canada is committed to taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of health and safety for workers as required by the Occupational Health and Act (OHSA). We are also committed to compliance with all applicable public and occupational health and safety, human rights, privacy and other laws. We recommend that all employees follow the guidance regarding vaccinations and boosters provided by Health Canada.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We will primarily be using your phone number listed or email to communicate with you. It is your responsibility to include an updated phone number and email address and accept calls/emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your phone, voice messages and email regularly. If no response is received within a reasonable timeframe, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, we reserve the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

Statement of Intention and Accommodation

The National Ballet of Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where employees feel valued and respected. The organization is committed to reflecting the diversity of our community, our city, and our country, and strives to ensure its recruitment and selection processes are bias-free. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all cultures, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. The recruiting team will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.