Sound/Omni Tech - Theatre practitioner level 2 or 3

Sound/Omni Tech - Theatre Practitioner Level 2 or 3

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

Banff

This Sound/Omni Tech position will have a background, along with basic competencies in the remaining departments. The job task may include assisting across other technical areas depending on the nature of the production, including lighting, staging, sound, and video departments. The Sound/Omni Tech provides the operational support required for the delivery of Performing Arts Programs and events on campus.

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Production Manager, Performing Arts, the Sound/Omni Tech will help support this summer's events, including National Indigenous Peoples History Month and the Banff Summer Arts Festival. Below are some key accountabilities:

• Responsible to support the integration of department-wide activities; may be called to support coordination of a highly specialized activity.
• Execute all job tasks with attention to safety procedures.
• Provide technical production support for music concerts and a wide variety of other productions including dance, opera, and theatre.
• Technically support live music concert performances including string quartets, orchestras, chamber music, new music, rock, pop, and others.
• Liaise with other staff to ensure effective support is anticipated and provided to ensure a successful experience for artistic clients, participants, and faculty.
• Ability to assist with live audio setups for concerts including setting up and patching microphones and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to assist with wireless microphone system setups and mic’ing up performers.
• Help ensure shows run smoothly, working in partnership with a variety of technical crews.

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment.
• Has completed a formal theatre education.
• Experience supporting live music is preferred.
• Experience working in a fly house is an asset.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and multimedia and able to operate specialized equipment.
• Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up-to-date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards.
• Able to apply professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency, and support level required by Performing Arts.

Special Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.
• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• We are hiring for two terms: June 1 - 7, 2025 and June 23 - October 18, 2025.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre include:
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (Vistas, Maclab Bistro).
• Onsite fitness facility (Fitness centre, climbing wall, and pool).

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for this position until a suitable candidate has been found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record prior to an extension of a final employment offer.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.