Assistant Production Manager - 2025 Victoria Fringe Festival
Supervisor: Production Manager
35 hrs per week with overtime as needed during the Festival
$22/hr
Applications accepted until position is filled
Start date is July 7 2025 and position runs until August 31 2025 (dependent on funding)
Description of Activities
● Reporting to the Fringe Production Manager with production planning, scheduling, equipment rental, artist and technical liaison.
● Assisting in planning and production of the Fringe Preview and FringeKids Fest, working alongside the Producer’s Assistant, as well as acting as the main production contact for these events.
● Liaising with all Fringe departments as needed and acting as on-call production support during the Fringe.
● Assisting the Production Manager on the Fringe site as needed.
● Running festival errands as needed.
● Represent the Fringe and Intrepid Theatre in a professional manner in all public
facing activities.
● Attend all festival training and staff orientations.
● Support Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at the Fringe.
● Other related duties as assigned.
Skills:
● Ability to work independently
● Strong computer and technical troubleshooting
● Able to be on your feet for long periods of time during the Fringe
Requirements:
● Regular Class 5 driver’s license (vehicle not required) and eligible to drive rental and/or co-op vehicles up to 1-ton truck
● Previous technical and/or production experience for events
● Meet the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program. https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs.html
● Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
● Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
Application Process
The hiring and interview panel is Emmett (Producer) and Owen (Production Manager). Anyone applying can request a pre-application informational chat if they would like. Please note this is not an interview– it is an opportunity for the candidate to ask clarifying questions before they apply. All applicants will be sent an email letting them know the status of their application; all of those who are offered an interview will be notified of hiring decisions.
To apply, submit a resume and either a one-page cover letter, or an up to 5 minute video or voice recording to: [email protected]. If you are applying for more than one position, please indicate that in your cover letter, video, or voice recording (no need to submit separate applications).
Other Information for applications
At Intrepid, we realize that applying for jobs can be intimidating. As a company that regularly works with emerging and developing artists through mentorship, we know that someone, who may not have the exact skills or education posted, can learn and incorporate their own past experience and knowledge to the position. We acknowledge that not everyone has had the access or opportunity to acquire the skills and experience outlined in the job requirement. If you feel that you don't meet the exact skills and experience listed below but are excited and intrigued at the opportunity, we encourage you to apply! Let us know what has drawn you to the post and what you personally can bring to the position. Some past experiences that might seem like they are not relevant can be exactly what is needed.
We look forward to hearing about you and thanks for wanting to work with us!
Who We Are
Intrepid Theatre is an independent theatre company that produces the Victoria Fringe Festival, Incoming Festival, OUTstages Festival, and various year-round programs that benefit local and emerging artists, and the theatre community at large. Intrepid is committed to employment equity and diversity. We encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities and intersecting identities to apply. We are committed to providing staff with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment, and fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.See intrepidtheatre.com for more information.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application question(s):
- Are you a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment?
- Do you meet all the requirements of the Canada Summer Jobs Program? https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs.html
- This position runs from July 7 - August 31 2025. During this period, you must be available. Are you available for these dates?
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-07
