August - October, 2025

The Coal Mine Theatre is seeking an experienced Technical Director for the first production of their 25.26 Season, Waiting for Godot. In conjunction with the Director of Production, the Technical Director is responsible for the planning and execution of all technical aspects of the production, ensuring smooth and safe operations.

DATES:

- LOAD IN: Aug 11, 2025

- FIRST REHEARSAL: Aug 18, 2025

- TECH WEEK STARTS: Sep 8, 2025

- FIRST PREVIEW: Sep 14, 2025

- OPENING: Sep 18, 2025

- STRIKE: Oct 20, 2025

DUTIES:

- Active in the installation, in conjunction with the hired support technical crew, of the production from load-in to opening night, as well as in strike and load out. 

- In conjunction with the Director of Production, supervise all set installations/strikes, lighting hangs and focuses, video installation, sound system installation, and other casual crew calls as required by the production schedule.

- Be available for consultations during all technical rehearsals.

- Assist in the feasibility analysis undertaken for all designs presented for the production.

- Oversee and implement all technical requirements and special effects for the production.

- Advise on special crewing requirements for given effects to operate or install.

- Responsible for safe and proper use of all theatre facilities and equipment in accordance with safety standards and legal regulations. 

- In conjunction with Director of Production, advance all technical needs for performances, including preparing shop drawings, assisting with costing, preparing install drafting, and sourcing equipment.

- In conjunction with Director of Production, manage the technical expenses, hiring of crew and other casual labourers in conjunction with department heads and/or designers. Ensure all hired crew have the necessary training to complete the call.

- In conjunction with Front of House, ensure safety of patrons, performers, and theatre equipment pre-event, post-event, including load-in and load out, and emergency management procedures.

- Abiding by provincial health and safety standards, fire code & evacuation measures, and communicating protocols to the company.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a part-time, on-site, single-production contract, with work taking place at The Coal Mine Theatre, 2076 Danforth Ave. Hours will be irregular and will require flexibility. 

COMPENSATION: $5,000 fee 

TO APPLY: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Coal Mine’s Director of Production, Bryan Kling, at bryan@coalminetheatre.com. Please use the subject heading: TD WFG APPLICATION.