Music Theatre Technician

 
Department: School of Fine Arts and Music

Temporary part-time from 09/03/2025 to 09/02/2026 
(Less than 24 hours a week)

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General Purpose

The Music Theatre Technician provides technical expertise and production coordination to support the Music program’s creative, curricular, and public performance activities within the School of Fine Art and Music (SOFAM). The role ensures that SOFAM’s annual musical theatre production, digital music courses, and end-of-term performances are delivered safely, professionally, and in line with academic and institutional standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include coordinating all technical aspects of the annual musical theatre production (sound, lighting, props, safety), supporting digital music instruction (e.g., MUSC*1200, *2100, *3940), and managing technical setup for rehearsals and performances in venues such as the Arts Research Centre and War Memorial Hall. The technician also oversees specialized equipment (microphones, mixers, monitors), mentors students in sound and production practices, and collaborates with faculty, students, and technical staff across the College of Arts.

This role combines production planning, hands-on technical skill, and student support to ensure SOFAM’s artistic programming meets high standards for quality, safety, and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate technical setup and execution of the annual musical theatre production
• Provide sound and AV support for rehearsals, performances, and classes
• Maintain and track inventory of microphones, mixers, and other equipment
• Support music technology labs and digital audio software
• Mentor students in safe, effective use of audio and staging equipment
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on production timelines and safety planning

Requirements

Education and Training:

• Two-year college diploma in Theatre Production, Sound Design, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree (BA, BMus, or BFA) in Musical Theatre, Theatre Production, Sound Design, or Music is preferred

Experience:

• 2–3 years of experience in live musical theatre or similar technical environments
• Experience in live sound mixing, stagecraft, and backstage coordination
• Experience mentoring students or working in post-secondary instructional settings

Preferred Certifications:

• ETCP certification (Rigging or Entertainment Electrician)
• Health & Safety training consistent with IATSE standards
• Valid Driver’s License
• EDI training (e.g., anti-racism, gender identity)

Employee Type: Temporary  
Hourly rate: $30.12 - $33.66  per hour

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:08/01/2025 
Close Date: 08/15/2025