Olympic Village Stage Head Technician
/ORGANIZATION:
Arts Club Theatre Company
DEADLINE:
Aug. 24, 2025
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
The Arts Club Theatre Company is Canada’s largest year-round not-for-profit theatre company. The Arts Club offers the best in professional theatre and has staged over 630 productions. Arts Club is grateful to have our offices, rehearsal halls, workshops, and theatres on the unceded, ancestral, and traditional shared lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
We are British Columbia’s largest non-profit cultural employer, hiring more than 500 artists, staff, and crew to stage up to 20 shows annually. We educate and cultivate students and theatre lovers of all ages—over 2,500 people engage in our education and professional development programs annually. We support artists and other arts organizations through professional engagement activities, believing firmly that an investment in the industry benefits all. We are a major economic driver in the areas surrounding our venues—our theatres attract a quarter million theatre patrons to dine and shop in the South Granville, Olympic Village, and Granville Island neighbourhoods.
Our mission is to inspire and nurture artists and audiences through cultural experiences that are engaging, thought-provoking, and artistically innovative.
Our vision is a community that, through storytelling, is inspired to reflect on who we are and who we can be.
Our values include determination, curiosity, creativity, comradery, and safety. We are committed to providing a safe work environment, both physically and mentally, and have made ongoing commitments to inclusion, anti-racism, and anti-oppression. We want the stories we work together to tell to have nuanced and varied perspectives.
WEBSITE:
http://artsclub.com
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Stagehand is primarily a running crew position, also assisting with show installs and strikes. This position provides support across all departments and venues as needed, according to the skill set. The ideal candidate has a general knowledge of backstage work, is eager to broaden their skills, and enjoys being part of a backstage team running shows on a nightly basis.
We are seeking a creative, outgoing, and enthusiastic individual with a passion for theatre. The successful applicant will have broad knowledge in theatrical procedures, bring their own specialties to the role, and be self-motivated with excellent communication skills. The ability to remain calm in stressful situations, adapt to varying needs, and work diplomatically with crews, cast, stage managers, and staff is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as part of the backstage running crews for productions and assist with installs and strikes.
Work directly with department heads to maintain a high and professional level of technical stagecraft.
Assist with set fit-up and tear-downs in all venues.
Assist with truck loading and unloading.
Advise and assist with ongoing stage and scenery maintenance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Broad knowledge in theatrical procedures; experience in stagecraft, lighting hangs and focus calls, sound and video installations, and dressing is an asset.
Ability to read and understand designer blueprints (e.g., floor plans, elevations).
Practical experience with MS Office Suite.
Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively pack and load trucks.
Ability to take direction and work under time constraints with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
At least three years’ experience as a venue technician for a professional theatre company.
Valid LPEC certificate.
Able to work at heights, climb ladders, and repeatedly lift, push, or maneuver heavy loads, either alone or with assistance.
Preference given to candidates with IATSE Local 118 membership, F.E. certificate, OFA Level 1 certificate, pyrotechnic certificate, or firearms license.
HOW TO APPLY:
The Arts Club is dedicated to respecting, championing, and uplifting underrepresented voices in all jobs, and strongly welcomes applications from those who self-identify as coming from underrepresented communities. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to humanresources@artsclub.com with the subject: Stagehand – Arts Club Theatre Company – Your Name. Access and inclusion are deeply important to us; if you face barriers to any part of our process, please reach out so we can work with you to create an accessible process. You may submit your application in formats including Word, PDF, audio, video, request a face-to-face Zoom application, or suggest another format that is more accessible to you.
REMUNERATION:
$30.04/hr. (according to IATSE Collective Agreement Sept. 24–27)
