Careers in the Arts – A Bygone Theatre Webinar

Interested in working in the arts, but don’t know where to start? This unique workshop will provide students with a realistic view into the arts world, guiding them through a host of career paths and the steps to follow to get there.

Bygone Artistic Executive Director Emily Dix will cover topics such as;
– Post-secondary programs here and abroad
– Skill building without formal education
– Unconventional arts related careers
– How to network in the arts
– How to build a resume or portfolio, and more.

Aimed at secondary students, this webinar is open to all, and is being subsidized through anonymous support so we can offer it FREE to all who are interested.

While you do not have to be from a specific geographic area to participate, it will be focused primarily on opportunities and practises from South Western Ontario, specifically the GTA.

No experience necessary, just an interest in learning about arts related careers, particularly those related to theatre and film.

WHEN AND WHERE:
Saturday February 26, 1-3pm.
Online via Zoom: https://yorku.zoom.us/j/93663931843 

ACCESSIBILITY: 
The webinar is being delivered in English, with visual aids and automatically generated captions. If you require specific accommodation, please email us in advance and we will do our best to provide you the full experience.

INTERACTION:
We encourage participants to turn on their cameras, at least for the discussion section at the end, but this is not required. Questions can be asked via your mic, the chat, or sent by private message if you’d like to ask anonymously.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION:
This webinar is being hosted by our Artistic Executive Director Emily Dix, a white woman with an invisible disability. She will share her personal experiences working in the arts and will provide info for programs and opportunities that exist for marginalized people as well as those open to all.

If you have any questions prior to the webinar, or to request accommodation, please email emily@bygonetheatre.com.

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CREW CALL – Wait Until Dark

Bygone Theatre is currently looking to fill several paid and volunteer positions for our upcoming productions. We have roles available for both experienced arts workers and for those interested in getting their feet wet; high school students may apply for some of these. Check out the details below, and contact Executive Director Emily Dix at emily@bygonetheatre.com with any questions.

Want to get involved but don’t see something that quite fits? Give us a shout, we are always happy to meet with new people and find ways to involve those who are interested.

WAIT UNTIL DARK – MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION, APRIL 2016

We are currently accepting applications for crew members for our upcoming production of Wait Until Dark. We are looking for the following;

Stage Manager: 
Duties & Responsibilities:

• In charge of booking rehearsal space & coordinating with cast & crew for all meetings & rehearsals
• In charge of creating a detailed prompt book and coordinating with the designers and director to ensure all necessary items are purchased and accounted for
• Assisting the director in rehearsals, taking notes as needed
• Calling the show
• Other tasks as required

Skills & Requirements:

• Excellent attention-to-detail & multitasking skills
• Reliable access to a method of communication, be it email or phone, and able to provide prompt replies
• A firm but patient & polite demeanour
• Previous stage management experience is necessary, experience in a site-specific location is preferred

Tech Director
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Creating & programming sound and lighting design for the show
• Working with the director to achieve her vision, while offering creative input and feedback
• Securing any required technical elements (eg. renting equipment, ensuring there are enough extension cords, securing sound effects, etc.)
• Coordinating with the stage manager for tech and performances

Skills & Requirements:

• Creative individual willing to work together with the director in the creation of all technical elements
• Strong knowledge of technical requirements and programs
• Preference given to those who are able to assist in running the tech, as well as doing the design and set-up

Set Designer
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Creating detailed technical designs and orchestrating the creation & load-in/set-up
• Working with the director to achieve her vision, while offering creative input and feedback
• Assisting the director & producer with creating a detailed budget for the set that stays within the overall show budget
• Coordinating with the stage manager and technical designer for the build, load-in and tech, as required

Skills & Requirements:

• Previous set-design and construction experience
• Strong knowledge of various building supplies and techniques
• Able to creatively design and construct a product that fits both the creative design and stays within budget
• Must be available to build the set and assist with the load-in and strike

To apply, send a brief cover letter and resume to director Emily Dix at emily@bygonetheatre.com.

This is a non-union, profit-share production. Lead positions  also include an honourarium; email for more details.

Deadline for crew calls is February 1, 2016 at 5:00pm. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and an appropriate candidate may be accepted before the deadline; early applications are encouraged.

Check out our other blog post for assistant & volunteer positions.