Technician - Studio Theater

The Second City • Toronto, ON

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Second City is seeking a Part-Time Technician for its Studio Theatre in Toronto. This role involves operating sound, lighting, and video systems during shows and events, setting up and striking equipment, and coordinating with various teams to ensure smooth production. The technician will also be responsible for filing production reports and communicating technical issues.

About The Second City:
Dedicated to entertaining, inspiring, and transforming through innovative live experiences, The Second City is the premier brand in improv and sketch comedy. With sold-out shows playing on resident stages in Chicago and Toronto, Second City’s Touring Theatrical companies also entertain an additional one million theatergoers a year around the globe. The Second City Training Center is the largest school of improvisation-based arts on the planet, with brick-and-mortar locations in Chicago, Toronto, New York and a virtual division offering accessible classes online worldwide. Second City Works, the B2B side of Second City, has brought award-winning improvisation and audience-driven techniques to over 600 Fortune 1000 companies, challenging businesses seeking a more collaborative culture to innovate through development programs, original digital and video content, campaign consultation, private events, and more.
For additional information on The Second City please visit: www.secondcity.com.

Requirements

• Familiarity with Microsoft365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Experience with AV equipment/technical stage management is required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with running tech for sketch comedy, standup, and improv productions recommended.
• Knowledge of QLab, ETC lighting consoles and Allen & Heath digital mixers is desirable.
• Additional experience in theatrical production technologies, such as lighting design, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate sound, lighting and video systems during shows and events.
• Set up and strike additional equipment as required.
• Coordinate with teachers, directors, and production managers for all performances.
• Work with house staff and talent to ensure smooth production.
• File production reports and communicate technical issues and equipment damage to appropriate parties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed