Concert Hall Coordinator – Technician 6 - Winnipeg, Canada - Creative Manitoba

    Creative Manitoba
    Creative Manitoba Winnipeg, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    Job Description :
    Concert Hall Coordinator – Technician 6 (AESES)
    New Budget-Funded Continuing hours/week Monday to Friday; 12:00 – 8:00 pm with some evening and weekend shifts
    Salary Range: – per hour – per annum)
    Proposed Start Date: May 13, 2024
    Trial/Probation Period: work hours

    For more information, please contact:
    Sarah Rout

    Responsibilities :

  • Overall supervision, operation, and coordination of the day-to-day complex operation of the Concert Hall.
  • Works with the Dean, to develop and redefine new policies and procedures.
  • Communicate general information and new policies to staff, students, renters, etc.
  • Prepares administrative and technical reports at the request of the Dean and Business Manager.
  • Works with the Dean, plans and estimates financial resources required for programs and/or projects.
  • Analyzes processes and recommends changes to the Dean.
  • Plan and administer the season schedule of DFOM events, external community concerts, internal University of Manitoba events, etc.
  • Works with the Dean to create agreements for bookings and equipment rentals.
  • Creates and manages rental and production contracts, technical riders and concert itineraries.
  • Implements a rollout plan for the season performance schedule.
  • Conducts routine inspections of the Concert Hall and ensures that building maintenance issues are reported.
  • Ensures the efficient caretaking of the facilities.
  • Preparation of all events and performances within the Concert Hall.
  • Create and manage production documentation and stage plots.
  • Inspects the facilities and equipment in accordance with the fire safety and risk management plan/policies, and completes the required follow-up.
  • First point of contact and emergency contact for any building, maintenance, access, caretaking, delivery, and safety issues in the Concert Hall.
  • Works with the Dean to ensure general upkeep and maintenance of the Concert Hall, including, but not limited to, renovations or capital improvement projects.
  • Approval and process of key assignments and ensure that a database/key control procedure is properly maintained.
  • Implementing production activities according to plans and schedules.
  • Oversee rehearsals and live performances, troubleshooting technical issues as they arise.
  • Supervise the setup and breakdown of technical equipment before and after events.
  • Supervise and provide training to students and other technicians.
  • Schedule box office and student technicians for all events.
  • Process timesheets and verify time submitted and conducts regular performance appraisals for part-time staff.
  • Development and implementation of training procedures for all staff.
  • Maintain relationships with musicians' committees and internal university community.
  • Assess areas of long-term focus, including partnership opportunities, collaborations, recording projects, etc.
  • Make recommendations to the Dean regarding purchase, disposal, and repair of Concert Hall equipment.
  • Selects, orders and maintains large and complex inventories of equipment and supplies for the Concert Hall.
  • Coordinates expenditures of equipment and maintenance; ensures within budget.
  • Prepare and maintain a total inventory of Concert Hall equipment and furnishings.
  • Completing Asset Disposal forms, recording the disposal in the database, and filing the report.
  • Scheduling piano tuning maintenance.
  • Receive and process all purchase and repair requests regarding equipment and instruments.
  • Provide external rental information to the Finance Administrator for Accounts Payable invoice processing.
  • Responsible for completing Incident Reports documenting loss, theft, or damage.
  • Arranges for all equipment needs for performances and events as needed, and ensure that the equipment is set up and working properly.
  • Analyzes technical operation activities and recommending changes for improvement.
  • Provides technical support on all equipment as needed.
  • Operation and maintenance of the hall's specialized equipment.
  • Writes instructional materials for the aforementioned equipment and provides training on its use and operation to faculty, staff and students.
  • Provides advice and guidance to academics, students, and technical subordinates.
  • Contact for vendors supplying equipment loans/rentals.

    • Qualifications

    Minimum Formal Education/Training:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, preferably in Audio Engineering, Technical Theater, or Music.

    • Experience

  • Seven years of experience in a technical role within a concert hall or similar performance venue with at least two years of experience in a supervisory role is required.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
  • An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

    • Skills & Abilities

  • Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting audio, lighting, and visual equipment is required.
  • Strong knowledge in computer usage and applications in Microsoft and Adobe applications is required.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities is required.
  • Leadership experience in managing technical teams is required.
  • A high degree of applicable technical aptitude is required.
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills required.
  • Excellent customer service skills required.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal is required.
  • Must be able to prioritize tasks in a high-volume work setting with shifting priorities.
  • Must be able to work within time and budget constraints.
  • Ability to plan, organize and administer projects required.
  • Ability and willingness to learn new techniques is required.
  • Ability to keep abreast of developments in the areas of expertise is required.
  • Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team is required.
  • Ability to train and to supervise the work of students is required.
  • Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

    • Additional Information :

    The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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