Technical Director
/Job Title:
Technical Director
Organization:
Kay Meek Arts Centre
Deadline:
Sep. 4, 2026
Organization Description:
Kay Meek Arts Centre is a performing arts venue in the heart of West Vancouver. Every year KMAC presents a season of 80 concerts, plays, dance performances, films and other special events in the 500-seat Grosvenor Theatre and the intimate McEwen Studio. When not being used for its own presentations, the Kay Meek Arts Centre facilities are available for rental to arts and community groups, including the West Vancouver School District (SD45). This combination of hosted presentations and community rentals translates into more than 300 performances annually.
The values of the Kay Meek Arts Centre are Learning, Leading, Welcoming and Engaging.
We value diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures, are committed to fostering inclusivity in our workplace and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
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Job Description:
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Technical Director (TD) oversees all technical aspects of performing arts productions and events within the 500-seat Mainstage Grosvenor Theatre, the 100-seat McEwen Theatre and other spaces. The TD must have strong knowledge of various production techniques including sound, lighting, projection, stage management, and rigging, as well as collaborative team leadership experience.
Responsibilities:
Operations Management
- Operates, maintains and safeguards the technical assets of the venue and the maintenance of all theatre facilities
- Advises and determines the necessary technical supports and associated costs for all events and performances presented across the venue
- Oversees advance information and communications on all KMAC Host presentations and rental events
- Oversees the design of lighting and sound systems; consults and advises visiting guest designers and touring crews on all technical matters
- Conducts orientation and training to facility renters and other external users in safety, technical characteristics and other areas of facility operations as required
- Acts as Technician/Operator for events as required
Administration and Leadership
- In collaboration with the Executive Director, develops and maintains budgets for all technical, production and maintenance requirements
- Supervises, schedules and trains all technical staff in the use of lighting, sound rigging equipment and communications equipment; approves staff payroll
- Makes recommendations regarding capital purchases of theatre equipment and long-term maintenance requirements
Facilities Management
- Responsible for the maintenance, repair and upkeep of venue infrastructure and grounds including IT systems, including scheduling of necessary maintenance and cleaning requirements, including preventive maintenance and repairs/replacement as required and within budgetary constraints
- In collaboration with the Executive Director, develops costed implementation planning for future-proof capacity including capital purchases of theatre equipment and the long-term maintenance
- Implements and updates the Fire/Safety plan with all required parties; oversees training for staff and volunteers to implement the Fire/Safety plan
- Maintains all Health and Safety requirements including required first aid facilities
- Oversees onsite IT support, security and maintenance for office equipment IT and servers. Acts as point of contact for IT support or repairs as needed
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of related experience as a technician, production manager and/or Technical Director including 2+ years experience in a supervisory role;
- Post-secondary training in a related field; commensurate experience may be considered
- Experience and strong knowledge of sound, lighting, rigging and stage management within a wide range of professional performing arts disciplines including music (all genres), theatre, dance and other events.
- Experience in expenses monitoring and working within budgetary constraints
- Proven proficiency in computer and IT skills including Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, qLab, ETC Eos, and other relevant event-based technical software
- Experience working with a range of clients from professional artists;
- Experience working in a rental venue; working with community partners and youth/students an asset
- LPEC certification
- OFA Level 2
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter and CV by email to: Melissa@kaymeek.com
Please note ‘Technical Director’ in the subject line.
Remuneration:
$80,000-$95,000
