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Lighthouse Festival has been dazzling audiences with live Canadian theatre since 1980.   Devoted to the development and production of new and existing Canadian plays, Lighthouse Festival strives to be artistically excellent, support and encourage local and regional artists, and be a source of enjoyment and pride in our communities.

With locations in Port Dover, Port Colborne, and Simcoe, our theatres operate under a central policy of hospitality, inclusivity, originality, and community for all.

As a workplace, Lighthouse Festival strives to cultivate a culture of creativity, honesty, and community leadership. A long-standing charitable organization, Lighthouse operates as a tight knit team of talented individuals committed to the theatre’s success.

Our theatres are bursting with activity and operate all year round. The main summer season focuses on professional comedic productions, while the fall through spring months host our Community productions, Christmas Pantomime’s, and rentals.

Lighthouse Festival is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who upholds the protected grounds of the Human Rights Commission of Ontario. Lighthouse Festival welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This is your chance to be part of the action! Check back to learn more about joining Lighthouse Festival’s team!

Assistant Technical Director (Head of Props) – Port Dover

 Under the supervision of the Technical Director, the Assistant Technical Director while specializing in Props and Set Decoration, will help oversee the smooth operation of technical aspects for all our rental events and summer productions mounted or presented at our Port Dover location. 

The Assistant Technical Director must possess the required technical and supervisory skills and be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, have demonstrated problem solving and time management skills, and be able to perform all the physical duties of the job. 

This is a Full Time Salaried position located in Port Dover. 

Main Job Duties 

  • Source, borrow, manufacture or purchase props and set decoration. 
  • Effectively communicate with the Set Designer and Stage Management 
  • Responsible for maintaining their budget and reporting any show-related purchases. 
  • Assist rental guest load in, set up and tear down for each show. 
  • Assist Sound operators with set up and introduce them to our theatre equipment and capabilities. 
  • Communicate with rentals prior to their scheduled shows, to handle their technical needs. 
  • Prepare, hang, focus, and board programming for rentals and summer shows. 
  • Oversee with the Technical Director and assist the Lighthouse Theatre team with the transfer, set up, and tear down of sets on Lighthouse stages. 
  • Along with the Technical Director help manage any current crew or crew brought in to help with technical needs at our Port Dover location. 
  • Help implement the production schedule
  • Help lead and supervise a small group of direct reports (currently 1 Full Time, 2-3 Casual) 
  • Backup Show Operator for theatre productions. 

Will be required to travel and help with tech needs at theatre location in Port Colborne when required. 

Education, Skills and Abilities 

  • Minimum Two Year Postsecondary education in Technical Production or proven equivalent experience in Props 
  • Previous supervisory experience preferred 
  • Strong communication skills 
  • Demonstrated time management skills 
  • Flexibility in scheduling (occasional evening and weekend work required) 
  • Able to work safely from ladders and scaffolding 
  • Working at Heights & First Aid (training can be provided by the theatre) 
  • Valid Ontario Drivers License and reliable means of transportation (occasional travel to Port Colborne required) 
  • Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations 

We Offer 

  • Salary range: $50 000 to $55 000 annually commensurate with qualifications and experience 
  •  35-hour work week 
  • Excellent Extended Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD) with premiums for individual coverage fully covered. 
  • Paid vacation and sick time more than statutory minimums 
  • Group RSP with Employer matching up to 3% Posted February 10, 2025. Posting Deadline Feb 21, 2025. Anticipated Start Date: March 17 2025. 

Interested applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Bruce Robinson at hr@lighthousetheatre.com

Assistant Head Tech – Port Dover

Assistant Head Tech

Under the supervision of the Technical Director and the Assistant Technical Director (Head of Props), will work closely with the Head Technician for each production and help assist all sound and lights related tasks including preparation of the sound system in the theatre, plot hangs, and sourcing sounds for each show. The Assistant Head Tech will also be a primary show operator for each of our main season shows.

The Assistant Head Tech must possess the required technical skills, be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, have demonstrated problem solving and time management skills and be able to perform all physical duties of the job. The Head of Sound must have a strong commitment to Health and Safety.

This is a Temporary Full Time Salaried Contract position located in Port Dover.

Main Job Duties

  • Help the Head Tech with any sound prep, including sourcing sound effects and building cues in Qlab when required.
  • Help prep for the lighting hang for each production
  • Operate Qlab during each production’s tech week
  • Help with the transfer of any sound and LX needs for each show to our other theatre in Port Colborne.
  • Show operator for one or more productions.
  • Work alongside the director of our Young Company production as a Sound Designer.

Education, Skills and Abilities

  • Minimum One Year Postsecondary education in Technical Production
  • Effective technical skills.
  • Some knowledge on the X32 sound board.
  • Some knowledge with Qlab software.
  • Some knowledge with the ETC Ion
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Demonstrated time management skills.
  • Able to work safely from ladders and scaffolding.
  • Working at heights & first aid (training can be provided by the theatre).
  • Work cooperatively with other members of your team and be able to work independently.
  • Able to lift 50lbs on occasion.

Posted: February 12, 2025.

Contract Duration:  April 22, 2025 to August 29, 2025

Salary:  $750/week

Interested applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Bruce Robinson at hr@lighthousetheatre.com

Head of Wardrobe – Port Dover

Head of Wardrobe

Under the supervision of the Technical Director and the Assistant Technical Director (Head of Props), the Head of Wardrobe will primarily be responsible for wardrobe fittings, alterations, repairs, care and maintenance.  In addition, will work with the Costume Designer and with all other creative departments to assist with any technical requirements required for each show.

The Head of Wardrobe must possess the required technical skills, be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, have demonstrated problem solving and time management skills and be able to perform all physical duties of the job. The Head of Wardrobe must have a strong commitment to Health and Safety.

This is a Temporary Full Time Salaried Contract position located in Port Dover.

Main Job Duties

  • Conduct all initial wardrobe fittings with costume designer
  • Run any subsequent wardrobe fittings
  • Manage all alterations and adjustments to costumes as needed
  • Lead any repairs or alternations during the course of the show
  • Establish a system for care and maintenance of the costumes with the costume designer, to be handed off to stage management for Port Colborne run
  • Respond to and execute any wardrobe notes that come from stage management through rehearsal or production meeting notes
  • Prepare the wardrobe track paperwork for artists use in the dressing room.
  • Arrange and maintain the dressing rooms and necessary supplies: vodka spray, laundry baskets, labelled garment bags.
  • Set up quick change locations backstage as specified by stage management.
  • Transfer and initial setup of costumes from the rehearsal hall to the theatre.
  • Attend dress rehearsal and any quick-change rehearsals to provide any needed support.
  • May be required to work alongside the Head of Props for any soft props or set dec needed.
  • Work alongside the Director and Stage Managers as Costume Designer for our Young Company production.

Education, Skills and Abilities

  • Minimum One Year Postsecondary education in Technical Production
  • Effective technical skills.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Demonstrated time management skills.
  • First aid (training can be provided by the theatre).
  • Work cooperatively with other members of your team and be able to work independently.
  • Able to lift 50lbs on occasion.

Posted: February 12, 2025.

Contract Duration:  April 22, 2025 to August 29, 2025

Salary:  $800/week

Interested applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Bruce Robinson at hr@lighthousetheatre.com

Props Assist

Props Assist

Under the supervision of the Technical Director and the Assistant Technical Director (Head of Props), The Props Assist will primarily be responsible for assisting with props and set decoration.  In addition will work closely with all other creative heads of departments to assist with any technical requirements required for each show.

The Props Assist must possess the required technical skills, be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, have demonstrated problem solving and time management skills, and be able to perform all physical duties of the job. The Props Assist must have a strong commitment to Health and Safety.

This is a Temporary Full Time Salaried Contract position located in Port Dover.

Main Job Duties

  • Help maintain a clean and safe paint/props shop and report to the TD or ATD of any equipment in need of repair or replacement.
  • Work alongside the Assistant Technical Director (Head of Props) and provide assistance with building, purchasing props and set decoration when required.
  • Alongside the Head of Props work closely with the set designers, stage management, and directors with getting the props and set dec required for rehearsal and the show purposes.
  • Assist the transfer team load in, set up, and tear down all summer production sets for Lighthouse.
  • Help maintain the Theatre space, backstage, shops, and other work areas. Make sure they are in a clean state and free of any safety concerns.

Education, Skills and Abilities

  • Effective technical skills.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Demonstrated time management skills.
  • First aid (training can be provided by the theatre).
  • Work cooperatively with other members of your team and be able to work independently.
  • Able to lift 50lbs on occasion.

Posted: February 12, 2025.

Contract Duration:  April 22, 2025 to August 29, 2025

Salary:  $750/week

Interested applicants should send their cover letter and resume to Bruce Robinson at hr@lighthousetheatre.com