Hiring Directors

 

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Read and analyze the play 
• Create a concept of the play 
• Work with the Design team such as set and costume designer leading the process of creating and delivering the design vision and execution of the play/project
• Create a cast list (how many actors are needed for the show and what roles will they play)
• Participate in auditions and callbacks if required
• Cast actors in collaboration with the Artistic and Managing Director
• Attend rehearsals and lead rehearsals resulting in decisions made to shape the play 
• Work with the Stage Manager regarding scheduling and other areas of decision making process involved in the play (props, cues…)
• Work with the Technical staff of leading the process of technical requirements for the play/project
• Participate in press conferences and other media events and be available for interviews internally and externally 
• Participate in fundraising and/or showcase events as agreed with the senior staff
• Write promotional texts as required. 

This is a learning on the job role and will also entail the following requirements:

• watch videos of productions, acting exercises and other professional materials as required;
• with the help of a mentor learn how to evaluate professional theatre’s elements;
• participate in learning activities about professional companies (employers), funding bodies and grants;
• Complete delegated tasks such as research or reports or articles in a timely matter; 
• discuss and debate elements of professional productions and acting techniques;
• learn how to write and edit a blogpost under supervision and mentorship;
• writing blog posts as required.

Reports to

Artistic and Managing Director

General Manager

 

Requirements: 

• Be available to work online and in person at our theatre (3650 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9) and studio (2359 Royal Windsor Drive Unit 210, Mississauga, ON L5J 4S9).
• Be available for all dates and hours stated in contract.
• Be a Canadian Citizen, have a PR, or refugee status.
• Be between 18 – 30 years of age.

Education and Experience:

Experience and Education in Theatre is preferred, but not required.

Languages:

English. Knowledge of any other language is a plus. 

Software experience:

Google drive, excel, word

Location:

Mississauga (Crane Creations Studio, and Maja Prentice Theatre)