Projection/Omni tech - Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival

Projection/Omni tech - Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival

We are hiring for the following term position:  

• October 29 - November 8, 2026

   

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 Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nation – 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.

The Opportunity

This position assists with the projection-related needs at Banff Centre. It is understood and expected that the applicant have a specialty and basic competencies in the remaining departments. Job tasks will include working across all technical areas depending on the nature of the production.

The focucs of this position will be supporting events during the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival.

Roles and Responsibilities

Reporting to Production Manager, Performing Arts below are some key accountabilities:

• Ensures the timely execution of all projection activity involved in the load in, set-up, operation and strike. Will be required to take on projection responsibilities in a variety Banff Centre studios, venues, and departments  
• Provide technical production support for live events including film presentations, live speaker events, and more.  
• Responsible for supporting 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
• Liaise with other staff to ensure effective support is anticipated and provided to ensure a successful experience for artistic clients, participants and faculty

Qualifications and Educational Requirements 

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
• Completion of a degree, diploma, or related certificate in Technical Theatre
• Must be proficient in the use of computers and multi-media and able to operate specialized equipment
• Must have a working knowledge of projection 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 of professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts
• Must be comfortable working in both Windows and MacOS environments
• Experience with video playback software including WATCHOUT, Isadora and Q-Lab is required.  Experience with additional, similar platforms would be considered an asset

Special Requirements

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

Employment Terms and Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500 hour probationary period.
• This position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour depending on experience, working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• This is a term position from October 29 - November 8, 2026
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
  • Transitional staff housing options (Based on availability)
  • Professional development
  • Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
  • Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

• 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 before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.