Apprentice Heads of Departments

We are currently hiring for three (3) roles:

• Head of Lighting (August to November)
• Head of Audio (August to November)
• Head of Stage Carpentry (August to mid-September)

These roles are intended to provide the successful applicant with support and mentorship as an experienced technician looking to move into more leadership roles or as a junior leader looking for more experience and a team to hone their leadership skills with. As these roles are in a teaching institution, there will be some expectation of leadership and mentoring of students from The Creative School as they make use of this facility.

This is a term OPSEU 596 position and will operate under the active CBA.

The Creative School Chrysalis is a multidisciplinary venue developing the future of creative experiences and performances. It incubates innovative new performances, trains the next generation of creative talent, and inspires audiences with boundary-pushing creativity. Chrysalis is dedicated to laying an equitable foundation for the future through groundbreaking collaborations in R&D residencies, live events, and community partnerships across academia, arts, entertainment, and technology.

Housed in the historic 1200-seat proscenium stage formerly known as Ryerson Theatre in downtown Toronto, Chrysalis is based in The Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University, a faculty made up of 27 graduate and undergraduate leading programs in media, communications and design.

• Work with the Technical Lead to create a learning program and schedule for their time as an Apprentice HOD at Chrysalis.
• Attend occasional master classes and training opportunities provided as part of the TD Apprentice Training Program and make recommendations for future seminars or training opportunities.
• Oversee and supervise activities in the Apprentice HOD’s specific department and supervise any students or employees assigned to that department.
• Ensure safe working conditions in their respective department in accordance with OHSA, municipal bylaws and university policies.
• Suggest improvements to policies, procedures or equipment related to their department and, upon approval, work with the Chrysalis team to implement them.
• Work with Technical Lead to field advance questions and prepare initial paperwork for partner projects in the venue.