[e-drive][JOB - MAINSPACE TECHNICIAN - TORONTO]

[Chris Blanchenot]

Please direct all responses and inquiries directly to the theatre or
association listed in the e-drive notice below.

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JOB - MAINSPACE TECHNICIAN - TORONTO
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Tarragon Theatre is inviting applications for the position of Mainspace
Technician. This is a seasonal position from late August to May. Summer
work may become available depending on Mainspace rental demand.


As an integral part of the production team, the Mainspace Technician
will report to the Production Manager. The successful candidate will be
responsible for the running of lighting and sound for all Mainspace
productions. The lighting portion of the position includes
responsibility for the interpretation of lighting plots and paperwork
and the dissemination of that information to crews as necessary to
execute the hanging, focusing and cueing of lighting designs. The sound
portion of this position includes responsibility for configuring the
sound playback system, in conjunction with the sound designer or
composer, to achieve what the design demands and the preparation of
sound playback media, including the editing of sound cues during the
production and preview periods. Other responsibilities includes regular
lighting and sound equipment maintenance. Working in conjunction with
the Production Manager and the Technical Director to plan and execute
theatre space improvements is essential.


Qualifications Include:

-	Knowledge of lighting control and dimming systems, as well as
other lighting technologies

-	Knowledge of sound playback systems, as well as some recording
and sound reinforcement technology

-	University or College accreditation with a Theatre Production
major or equivalent experience

-	Proficiency with personal computers and basic software
applications

-	Experience supervising lighting and sound set-up crews

-	A self motivator interested in bringing ideas to management on
how to organize, maximize and optimize one of Toronto's busiest theatre
spaces


Please send a covering letter and resume to: 
Henry Bertrand, Production Manager
Tarragon Theatre 
30 Bridgman Avenue 
Toronto, ON  
M5R 1X3.
Fax: 416.533.6372
Email: henry at tarragontheatre.com

The deadline for applications is May 28, 2004.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Tarragon Theatre, however
only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Canadian Actors' Equity Association
44 Victoria Street, 12th Floor
Toronto, ON M5C 3C4
Tel: 416-867-9165
Fax: 416-867-9246
Email:  communications at caea.com