Chief, Production and Rental Services

JOB SUMMARY

Cultural and Heritage Programs is responsible for multi-disciplinary arts centres, heritage and museum facilities and structures, the delivery of arts, heritage and museum public programming and events, volunteer program development, audience development, and exhibits and research.

You direct the resources and operation of the Rental and Production Services for the Theatre/Centre, including facilities and equipment, and manage staff and associated budgets while ensuring the services provided to theatre clients are done efficiently, effectively and safely. You also: coordinate the production activity and flow of information among artistic, administrative and production staff; develop and oversee training programs specific to the live entertainment industry; consult, inspect and approve all in-coming production components; and plan, implement and evaluate production programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of 3 year university degree specializing in Technical Theatre and Production or equivalent

Minimum of 5 years of experience with demonstrated success in a similar position

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Production Management, Lighting Design, Audio Design, Stage Management, Pyrotechnic Special Effects, Rigging Systems
• Management principles and theory
• Project management skills
• A working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code
• Expert knowledge of health and safety and other legislation, including those specific to the live entertainment industry.  Must have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and city policies and procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of design and set construction
• In depth knowledge of production administration and management, stage management, master carpentry, counterweight flying systems, lighting and audio systems, atmospheric systems, project management and procurement practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and in CADD design programs
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Core Behaviours
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Leadership Competencies
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