E-DRIVE [JOB - TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - BLYTH FESTIVAL - BLYTH, ON]

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JOB - TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - BLYTH FESTIVAL - BLYTH, ON
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Contact name: eric Coates
Contact email: ecoates at blythfestival.com
Contact phone: 519-523-9300
Website: http//www.blythfestival.com
Production name: 2009 Season
Deadline to submit: 01/16/2009
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 05/04/09
Audition dates:

Additional information:
Technical Director
Blyth Festival Theatre, Blyth Ontario

The Blyth Festival is currently searching for a candidate to fill the
seasonal position of Technical Director. The contract will start in
early May and conclude in mid-August, subject to change. 

In 2009, the Blyth Festival presents a repertory summer season of four
Canadian plays and a revival of Innocence Lost by Beverley Cooper.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
*       Liaise with designers
*       Assist with costing of productions
*       Assist with build, change-over and storage scheduling
*       Supervision of builds
*       Research, sourcing and buying of materials and equipment
*       Supervise and assist with set changeovers

REQUIRED SKILLS:
*       Thorough background in all aspects of technical theatre
*       Excellent problem solving skills and a creative spirit
*       Proven management experience and good communication skills
*       Strong team player
*       Experience with purchase orders and financial reporting
*       Working knowledge of Health & Safety policies

Interested candidates should respond in writing by January 16, 2009 to:
Artistic Director, Blyth Festival, PO Box 10, Blyth ON, N0M 1H0 or by
e-mail: ecoates at blythfestival.com

Applications by fax will not be accepted.
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