We're looking for creative, organized and energetic people for three behind-the-scenes positions!
The following part-time roles are available: Assistant Stage Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, and Assistant Technical Director (work/mentorship position). Deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 21. Send a resumé and cover letter to riverclydepageant@gmail.com, indicating which position(s) you are interested in applying for. Individuals must be available for all 2019 Pageant performance dates, July 27-28 and August 2, 3, 4. Details below on each position…
Assistant Stage Manager
The Assistant Stage Manager for the River Clyde Pageant works closely with the Stage Manager to oversee production schedules and track the needs of the production as they emerge. They attend rehearsals and production meetings as needed, and are present through all rehearsals during production week (July 20-26) and throughout all performances (July 27-28 and August 2, 3, 4). They are organized, with strong communication skills, great people skills, and are able to solve problems quickly and creatively. Previous experience in theatre is an asset but not a requirement. Must have access to a car. Approx 60 hrs total. Flat fee of $1000.
Responsibilities include:
Attend weekly Pageant production meetings starting mid-June
Assist the Stage Manager with scheduling and communication with performers and creative team
As rehearsals ramp up in mid-July, attend rehearsals whenever possible with the Stage Manager
Production week, July 20-26: attend all rehearsals; track costumes, props and other production needs; assist during rehearsals as needed
Performances, July 26-28 and August 2-4: assist the Stage Manager with tracking performers, creating sign-in sheets, costume and prop-maintenance pre- and post-show.
Strike, August 5-8: assist the creative team with striking the show
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 21
Please send resumé and cover letter to Megan Stewart at riverclydepageant@gmail.com
Volunteer Coordinator
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruitment, communication and scheduling for all volunteers involved in the River Clyde Pageant. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proficient in Google Docs/Google Sheets or Microsoft Word/Excel, with excellent written and oral communication skills, and a creative problem solver. Schedule is flexible and some work can be completed remotely. Must be available in-person during production week (July 20-26) and throughout all performances (July 27-28 and August 2, 3, 4). Approx 60 hrs. Flat fee of $1000.
Responsibilities include:
Communication and outreach in person and online to various community groups to promote volunteer opportunities with the Pageant.
Create and circulate volunteer schedules; communicate with new and returning volunteers; track volunteer availability and make changes as needed.
Attend Production Meetings in July as needed
Production week, July 20-26, and Performances, July 26-28 and August 2-4: Ensure that all volunteer roles are covered for production week and performances. Oversee volunteer orientation and communication with all volunteer groups. Attend to last minute schedule changes as needed.
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 21
Please send resumé and cover letter to Megan Stewart at riverclydepageant@gmail.com
Assistant Technical Director
This position is a combined work and mentorship opportunity. Working with Pageant technical director & designer Kyla Gardiner (Vancouver), the Assistant TD will oversee the Pageant production week and the first weekend of shows, with the aim of taking over as lead Technical Director for weekend two. Kyla will train and mentor the ATD on audience and performer safety, weather planning, cueing components of the show, and overseeing all technical aspects of this outdoor production. Must have access to a car. Approx. 60 hours total. Flat fee of $1000.
Responsibilities include:
Attend weekly Pageant production meetings starting mid-July
Assist the TD in updating production documents: lightning plan, production checklist & show protocol.
Production week, July 20-26: attend all rehearsals; train with TD to learn and assist with show protocol, cueing, and safe execution of all technical aspects of the show.
First show weekend, July 27-28: Oversee and run the performances under the supervision of TD.
Second show weekend, August 2, 3, 4: Oversee and run the performances as lead TD, in collaboration with production team (stage manager, assistant stage manager, directors, etc.)
Strike, August 5-8: assist the production team with striking the show
Production week runs July 20-26 (rehearsals July 20, 21, 23, 25, 26, mainly in the evenings). The first weekend of shows run July 27-28 in the evening, and the second weekend runs August 2, 3, 4 in the evening.
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 21
Please send resumé and cover letter to Megan Stewart at riverclydepageant@gmail.com
