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Hybrid Stage Carpenter/Omni Tech - Theatre Practitioner level 2 or 3 presso Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity · Banff, Canada · Hybrid

46.987,00 CA$  -  65.540,00 CA$

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Stage Carpenter / Omni Tech - Theatre Practitioner - Level 2 or 3

We are hiring for a term positions:

  • October 1 - 18, 2025

     

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

We recognize, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minihrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

This is Stage carpenter/ omni tech tech position will have a background in stage carpentry, 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. 

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting to Production Manager, Performing Arts, the Stage Carpenter/Omni Tech will help support the events scheduled during our upcoming Slaight residency.  Below are some key accountabilities:

  • Administration of the stage carpentry department, including direction of assigned crews, with attention to safety procedures and within the supplied frameworks of staffing, equipment, space and time.
  • Contributes to the assessment of the costs of building and mounting scenic and staging elements.
  • Co-ordinates all aspects of scenic/staging construction and installation from prep to restore, and participates actively in the building process, where required.
  • Assist with load in/load out of performance equipment
  • Assist with on-stage set up of performance equipment, including risers and musical equipment
  • Attend all rehearsals/sound checks for performances  
  • Assist with all stage changes during the performances
  • Selecting the appropriate tools for a task and operating them in a safe manner

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 an asset.
  • Must be proficient in the use of computers and multi-media 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.

Employment Terms & Benefits

  • 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 the following term:  October 1 - 18,  2025
  • Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
    • Transitional staff housing (based on availability)
    • Professional development
    • Employee Assistance  Program
    • 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.

 

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