Production Apprentice
3 Positions
5-Week, Full-time Contracts
About Vertigo Theatre
Vertigo Theatre is Canada’s National Theatre for Intrigue and Mystery, and Calgary’s second largest professional theatre. Located at the base of the Calgary Tower, and heading into its 50th season, the Vertigo Theatre complex is home to our administration, ticket offices, and two performance venues. Vertigo Theatre aims to thrill, entertain, and challenge by creating theatre that ignites the curiosity of our community.
About the Position
To further its commitment to education and professional development, Vertigo Theatre is seeking Production Apprentices for its 2026-2027 season. This is an entry level position where the chosen candidates will be exposed to all the aspects of a professional production and will include everything from participating in lighting hangs, sound and set install, props building/sourcing, rigging, paint, special effects, projections, and wardrobe.
The successful candidates will be motivated individuals who have a keen interest in developing their skills in theatrical production. These positions are well suited to recent graduates of a theatre school program or individuals possessing technical production skills in theatre that have been developed with volunteer or community groups.
Suggested Skills
– Comfortable working at heights
– Able to lift up to 50 lbs
– Comfortable using power tools
– Excellent communication skills
– Ability to take direction & work independently
– Basic skills in at least one area of theatre production, including: lighting, sound, carpentry, props and wardrobe
Qualifications
– Must be a team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
– A degree or diploma in Technical Theatre or equivalent experience
Hours
40 hours per week. The schedule is to be set with the Technical Director based on the needs of the production, which will include some evenings and weekends.
Dates
Successful candidates will work on one of the following productions:
Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty: October 19 – November 19, 2026
The 39 Steps: February 15 – March 18, 2027
The Midnight Torch: A Detective Murdoch Mystery: April 19 – May 21, 2027
Compensation
– $26.50 per hour
– 4% Vacation Pay paid on each cheque as applicable
– This is a position with IATSE 212 and the Vertigo Theatre IATSE 212 Collective agreement will apply
– Access to building amenities, including Fitness Centre and Secure Bike Lock-Up
Deadline to Submit
Applications will be accepted until July 26th, 2026. Interviews will commence as applications are received.
Please send a cover letter and resume with 3 references to Jessie Paynter, Production & Facility Manager, at applications@vertigotheatre.com.
Please make a note of the productions that you are interested in and available for in your email.
Please use the subject line Production Apprentice
At Vertigo Theatre we are committed to a respectful work environment and a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including visible minorities and people with disabilities.
Thank you to all applicants. If you need additional assistance to apply for this position, please call 403-221-3716 or email jessie.paynter@vertigotheatre.com. For more information about Vertigo Theatre please visit our website, www.vertigotheatre.com.