Assistant Studio Head

Key Activities

Reporting to the NAC’s Technical Directors and responsible to the Executive Director of Production, the Assistant Studio Head will be responsible and accountable in assisting in the set-up, preparation of all elements required for rehearsals and performances for productions presented in the NAC Studio. As the Assistant Studio Head, you will be responsible for the direction of crews, including the allocation of duties and monitoring of crew when directed by the Studio Head.

You may be required to assume the role of Studio Head if the Head is unavailable or needs to be replaced.
Depending on the specific needs and technical requirements of each production, and under the direction of the Technical Director, you may be assigned to various roles. These may include audio operation, backstage support, lighting installation and operation, or other technical duties as required.
The successful candidate you will be willing to commit to the long-term development of your own technical, leadership, interpersonal and managerial skills. Your team skills are of critical importance in your dealings with workers, Heads of Department, Production staff, artists and clients.

Skill Requirements

• A member in good standing of IATSE, Local 471;
The ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with artists, clients and colleagues;

• Self-motivated with respect to meeting the needs of the various types of clients;

• Ability to work with artists and clients of varying experience levels;

• Ability to maintain a positive working environment and a positive attitude is essential;

• Strong organizational skills and initiative;

• The ability to coordinate and deliver multiple concurrent projects within schedule and financial constraints;

• Experience in the direction and supervision of crews;

• Thorough knowledge of general scenery construction with broad experience in various build and set up techniques;

• Ability to read and interpret plans;

• Thorough knowledge of stage lighting with the ability to work independently on; the interpretation of plans, set-up and operation of lighting control systems and their various components including a proven ability to troubleshoot those systems;

• Thorough knowledge of stage sound, including interpretation of plans, set-up and operation of manual and automated sound systems and a proven ability to troubleshoot systems;

• Proficiency in editing and operating QLab is essential;

• Experience with automated scenic elements (electric motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics) is an asset;

• Thorough knowledge of manual and automated overhead lifting systems;

• Ability to work and communicate effectively in both official languages;

• A thorough knowledge of safe working practices in a performing arts environment;

• Must possess or be willing to attain valid certificates for Forklift, Elevating Work Platforms, Fall Arrest, a Possession and Acquisition License for firearms, and Standard First Aid;

• Ability to complete and maintain required certifications;

• Completion of a recognized rigging course is an asset;

• Completion of a recognized theatrical, lighting, audio or recording courses are considered an asset;

• Ability to mix live music or run monitor is an asset.