Manager, Theatre

Full-Time, Continuing Contract 

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you. 

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature. 

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Operations, the Manager, Theatre coordinates the technical operations, safety, and facility management for all campus performance spaces, productions, concerts, and events. This is a highly collaborative role that works closely with students, staff, and teachers to support school events, manage theatrical systems, and train students in stagecraft.

This role is based in-person, from 8:00am – 4:30pm. However, this role requires a high degree of flexibility; frequent evening and weekend work is required to support the production schedules and operational needs of the School. 

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the technical operations of all CHS productions, concerts, major assemblies, guest lectures, rentals, and other community events in the Theatre, drama studio, assembly hall, and other locations as required  

• Produce two major school theatre productions each year:

• Middle School Musical

• Senior School Production

• Participate in the play selection process, taking into consideration technical demands and costs

• Secure performance rights and the delivery of production materials from licensing agencies

• Facilitate the design, technical, and logistical aspects of each production, including scenery, rigging, props, costumes, lighting, sound, and projection

• Create production budgets

• Hire technical, construction, and design specialists as needed

• Oversee teacher co-curricular involvement in the productions, including scheduling and training (tickets, front of house, posters, etc)

• Lead production meetings

• Create detailed production schedules

• Establish operating policies and guidelines for the safe use of the school’s theatre facilities and performance spaces, and proactively communicate and implement these to students, teachers and staff

•  Program and operate theatrical lighting, sound, and video systems in the theatre and drama studio  

•  Live stream and/or create video and audio recordings of events when requested

•  Setup temporary AV systems around campus (sports days, outdoor band performances, etc)

•  Facilitate live translation services as required

•  Participate in bi-weekly whole school operations meetings, and assist in the planning of school events

•  Perform regular maintenance and repairs on theatre equipment

•  Coordinate the movement of choir risers, acoustic shells, and the grand piano on and off stage to accommodate the different needs of performance groups and classes

•  Train, schedule, and supervise our student tech crew in the areas of lighting, sound, projection, stage management, and backstage safety

•  Train staff and teachers on the use of theatre and AV equipment as required

•  Responsible, in conjunction with the IT department, for the AV systems in Manrell Hall, the junior and senior school gyms, and the junior school atrium, as these are frequently used as event and performance venues

•  Oversee the Theatre and Foyer calendars, which include class schedules and event bookings, and find solutions to schedule conflicts; this involves daily communication with teachers and staff, as these spaces are in high demand

•  Provide AV support and facility supervision/management for rental events in the theatre and other Crofton venues as required

•  Partner with the IT Department to ensure AV systems, equipment, and services operate efficiently and effectively

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a technician in the professional theatre or live events industry. Experience as a Technical Director or Production Manager is highly desirable

•  Experience working with or mentoring youth is highly preferred

•  Clear Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector) is a mandatory condition of employment

Skills/Competences:

• Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of digital lighting and sound consoles and routing systems. Expertise in stagecraft, rigging safety, lighting design, and live sound mixing.

• Communication & Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, educators, rental clients, and staff

• Project & Time Management: Highly organized with a proven ability to manage multiple production schedules, timelines, and budgets simultaneously

• Adaptability: Proactive, self-motivated, and highly flexible with the ability to adjust to changing priorities, fluid event schedules, and active school environments

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 lbs on a regular basis. Ability to work at heights (ladders, catwalks) safely.

Experience with the following would be an asset:

• ETC lighting consoles

• LED and conventional lighting fixtures

• Yamaha digital sound consoles

• Live audio mixing, particularly for musical theatre

• Dante and NDI network protocols

• Scenic carpentry and rigging

• Video production

Employment and Application Details: 

Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada.  Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received. 

This role is scheduled to start in August 2026.

Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000

Please include the following with your application:

• A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities.  If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.  

• Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers.   

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

About Crofton House School

Established in 1898, Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver. 

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Here, girls can discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.

About Crofton House School

Crofton House School is a university preparatory day school for girls from junior kindergarten to grade 12. Set on a beautiful ten-acre campus in Vancouver, BC, we offer an inclusive, supportive community of dedicated teachers, involved parents, and enthusiastic students. Collaborative, student-centred, inquiry-based education and world-class facilities create a unique learning environment where each girl can reach her full potential. www.croftonhouse.ca/careers teach.croftonhouse.ca

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