Theatre Assistant, Ascham School

Ascham School, with an enrolment of 1,100 students, is an independent girls’ school established in 1886. Educating girls from Prep to Year 12, Ascham has a strong academic reputation teaching independence of thought and action in a nurturing learning environment.

A fantastic opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take on the full-time role of Theatre Assistant. In this varied role you will have the opportunity to demonstrate and expand your technical and administrative skills and be involved in a range of performances, projects and productions.

The Theatre Assistant works closely with the Head of Drama and Theatre Manager, supporting Drama, Music and other departments within the school. The Packer Theatre is a 700 seat auditorium that provides a venue for productions, concerts and meetings, as well as music performance classes, rehearsals and lectures.

The Drama Studio is a performance space capable of holding up to 100 people for smaller drama evenings and music concerts, as well as the venue for drama and music classes and rehearsals.

Selection Criteria:
Essential Skills and ability to oversee the operations of a Drama Studio and assistance with associated spaces
Demonstrated knowledge, skills and technical experience in delivering lighting, sound, audio visual and staging services including equipment operation and maintenance
Ability to set up and operate AV equipment, including video and editing
Knowledge and experience of technical production in live theatrical events, with the ability to effectively fulfil the role of Production Manager
Demonstrated ability to perform lighting design for drama performances and music concerts
Well-developed communication, interpersonal and team skills to support the teaching of Drama and the conduct of events in the school, interacting effectively with both adults and students
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to undertake physical work for extended periods and to work at heights
Proven delivery of high quality standards to meet production requirements in high-pressure situations
Well-developed administration and computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Photoshop, Audition and Premiere or Mac based programs
Understanding and commitment to risk management procedures.
Understanding of and commitment to WHS principles and a working understanding of applicable legislation.

Desirable:
Current First Aid Certificate
Elevated Work Platform (WP) Certification
Electrical – Test and Tag Certification
Riggers (RA) Certification
RSA – Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate

Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate ticketing for drama and other school events
Senior, Middle and Junior School productions – admin assistance/coordination and supervision of all front of house aspects
Assistance with large school events – such as prize giving, music festival, etc.
Management of any special drama events
Production management of Year 11 Student Production, Year 11 Theatre projects, HSC Showcase and exam, Year 8/9/10 performances, assistance with Shakespeare Festival
Y12 HSC assistance and production management of all projects
Technical operation of most curricular performance assessments (Years 8-12)
Provide guidance to students for curricular work with special requirements such as audio, a/v, set work and costume
Assist with design and preparation of posters and programs for productions and performances
Assist with costume and prop store maintenance
General drama related admin like drama calendar, budget, function forms, etc.
Audio visual recording and editing of events, productions, performances, etc. as required
Technical setup for events, meetings, performances, etc. in all school venues
Assist the Community Relations office with the coordination of offsite events
Attend drama and theatre meetings, function and calendar meetings when required

Applications, including resumé, copies of qualifications and the names and contact details of three referees should be emailed to recruit@ascham.nsw.edu.au no later than Friday 2 November 2012. Ascham School, 188 New South Head Road, Edgecliff NSW 2027 Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening