Who we are:  

As one of Canada's premier music venues, the Francis Winspear Centre for Music provides musical experiences rooted in creativity, imagination, and excellence. We emphasize the importance of live experiences, hosting music groups and individuals of all abilities, anchored by our resident artists, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.  

Located on Indigenous peoples’ traditional lands, we believe music is an expressive language that unites people. We are dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for our community to create, exhibit, and learn about music.  

Since 1997, the Winspear Centre has been a cornerstone of Edmonton’s Arts District, welcoming 250,000 visitors annually for musical performances, rehearsals, literary events, meetings, receptions, graduations, and educational programs. Currently, we are expanding the Winspear Centre with a new second performance hall, classrooms, and mixed-use immersive spaces. Learn more at winspearcentre.com. 

How we work: 

We operate year-round, with schedules that include evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on role and business needs. Our employees work at the Winspear Centre, at home, and when required, in the community. Our teams work collaboratively to meet team goals and work in a high trust environment where employees are motivated and expected to manage their own time and deliverables. 

Who you are: 

You love using your creativity to bring live musical events to life. You are quick to help colleagues and bring out the best in a team. You enjoy meeting new people and helping them make their community better by ensuring that their events unfold smoothly and seamlessly. You are a problem solver who is eager to try new things. 

What we can offer you: 

• Upon probation completion, we offer a comprehensive health benefits package and matching pension contributions of 3% (increases after five years)

• Supportive team culture and professional development

• A front-row seat to the transformation of a major cultural institution

• An organization that provides learning and training opportunities

• Immersion in a culture that wants to share our love of music with the community 

Job Summary:  

Reporting to the Head of Lighting, the Assistant assists the Head in all departmental responsibilities, including lighting for all shows and concerts at the Winspear Centre, inventory and maintenance of equipment, training of roster crew, and running concerts and events.  

This position is a contract that will run from September 2026 to June 2027, requiring you to work an average of 30 hours per week during that time. These hours will flex up and down depending upon department needs. 

This position adheres to the Collective Agreement between the Winspear Centre and the IATSE Local Union No. 210. 

What you will do: 

• Load in and out of clients, set up and tear down, and mind all lighting requirements

• Control or assist with lighting department activity during concerts and events

• Operate the lighting console with technical proficiency and artistic imagination

• Liaise with client personnel on event days

• Help to facilitate artistic choices to support each event’s unique needs

• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and assist with coordinating repairs

• Tying in of show power and bus shore power when required (mostly cam lock; being a certified electrician not required)

• Work closely and communicate department needs with the Head of Lighting

• Assist in maintenance tasks as assigned by the Head of Lighting 

• Assist in creating and maintaining organizational systems in the lighting department

• Assist with special lighting projects and/or special effects

• Keep accurate track of your hours and maintain your timesheet

• Assist in the training, supervision, and scheduling of casual lighting staff 

• Participate in professional development opportunities

• Maintain a clean control area and storage area

• Other duties as reasonably requested  

Qualifications 

• Experience with entertainment lighting equipment and control systems

• Experience with troubleshooting modern lighting systems

• Current fall arrest and first aid certification

• Other certifications will be considered

• Clear criminal record check 

Competencies: 

• Collaboration as a team player

• Technical, logistical and interpersonal problem solving 

• Resourcefulness

• Open-mindedness

• Artistic skills and mindset