Sound Assistant Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

We are hiring for the following term position:

• August - September 21, 2026 (various dates)

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus - artists, leaders, and thinkers - to unleash their creative potential.

We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as "Minhrpa" (translated in Stoney Nakoda as "the waterfalls") and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Iyarhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) - comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations - as well as the Tsuut'ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

This Sound/omni tech tech position will have a background in sound, along with basic competencies in the remaining departments. The job task may include assisting across other technical areas depending on the nature of the production, including lighting, staging, sound and video departments.  The Sound/omni tech provides the operational support required for the delivery of Performing Arts Programs and events on campus.   

Reporting to Technical Director, the Sound/Omni Tech will help support this year's artistic performances across campus, including live music, dance, opera, literary readings, and more. Below are some key accountabilities:

• Responsible to support the integration of department-wide activities; and may be called to support coordination of a highly specialized activity
• Execute all job tasks with attention to safety procedures
• Provide technical production support for music concerts and a wide variety of other productions including dance, opera, and theatre
• Technically support live music concert performances including string quartets, orchestras, chamber music, new music, rock, pop and others
• Liaise with other staff to ensure effective support is anticipated and provided to ensure a successful experience for artistic clients, participants and faculty
• Ability to assist with live audio set ups for concerts including setting up and patching microphones and basic troubleshooting
• Ability to assist with wireless microphone system set ups and mic'ing up performers
• Help ensure shows run smoothly, working in partnership with a variety of technical crews

• Theatre Practitioner level  2: must have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
• Theatre practitioner level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years' experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
• Has completed a formal theatre education
• Experience supporting live music is preferred.
• Experience working in a fly house an asset.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and multi-media and able to operate specialized equipment
• Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline
• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast paced environment
• Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up to date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards
• Able to apply professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts

• Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
• Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule. 
• Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule. 
• We are looking for a termed position from August through September 21, 2026 (Various dates)
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
  • Transitional staff housing (based on availability)
  • Professional development
  • Employee Assistance  Program
  • Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (Vistas, Maclab Bistro)
  • Onsite fitness facility (Fitness centre, climbing wall and pool.)

• We are accepting applications for this position until a suitable candidate has been found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record prior to an extension of a final employment offer.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.