Hiring: Director of Production

Job Type: Contract

Location: Scarborough, Ontario

Organizations Field: Performing Arts

Job’s Focus: Production

Dates:

  • Part Time May 19th - June 14th, 

  • Full Time June 15th - August 31st

Compensation: 

  • $750 per part time week (Approximately 21 hours/week)

  • $1500 per full time week (Approximately 42 hours/week)

Work Format: A combination of in-person work at Guild Park & Gardens, remote administrative work, and occasional touring/off-site coordination.

Guild Festival Theatre (GFT) invites applications for the position of Director of Production. Reporting to the General Manager and working in close partnership with the Artistic Director, the Director of Production is a senior leadership role responsible for the financial, technical, and operational delivery of GFT’s 2026 summer season at Guild Park & Gardens.

The successful candidate will merge high-level production management (budgeting, scheduling, and labor relations) with hands-on technical direction (construction oversight, site safety, and equipment management).

Key Responsibilities

I. Strategic Planning & Financial Management

  • Budgetary Oversight: Prepare and manage comprehensive production and labor budgets; oversee all production costs including materials, equipment acquisitions, and specialized rentals to ensure fiscal responsibility.

  • Master Scheduling: Develop and maintain the season’s master production schedule, integrating rehearsal calls, load-in/strike windows, and performance cycles to optimize time management across all departments.

  • Contractual Liaison: Manage technical requirements for guest artists and community partners; coordinate hosting and touring logistics to ensure smooth multi-venue operations.

II. Technical Direction & Season Delivery

  • Site & Venue Leadership: Lead the physical installation (load-in) and removal (strike) of all production elements; oversee the daily technical set-up and maintenance of sound and lighting systems in the outdoor environment of Guild Park.

  • Logistics & Procurement: Coordinate all production departments (Set, Props, Wardrobe, Audio, LX); source and acquire all necessary materials and equipment, managing the lifecycle of rentals from acquisition to return.

  • Labor Relations & Supervision: Schedule, and supervise technical staff and volunteers; provide mentorship and training to ensure a high standard of professional execution for both in-person and remote work.

  • Lead Safety Officer: Serve as the primary authority for Health & Safety protocols onsite; ensure all technical installations and working practices comply with provincial standards and GFT’s safety policies.

Qualifications

  • Mid-career Experience: 5+ years in production management or technical direction, with a proven ability to lead a department and manage complex budgets.

  • Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in technical theatre systems, with specific experience in outdoor theatre or unconventional venues highly preferred.

  • Administrative Skill: Advanced proficiency in project management software, labor scheduling, and budget tracking.

  • Leadership: Excellent communication skills with a focus on collaboration and mentorship. Familiarity with Canadian professional theatre labor agreements (CAEA, ADC) is an asset.

To Apply Please send a resume and brief cover letter to info@guildfestivaltheatre.ca. Deadline: March 13th at 5:00 PM.

While we appreciate all submissions, only those accepted for an interview will be contacted.

About Guild Festival Theatre

Guild Festival Theatre is Scarborough’s only professional theatre company and has been presenting contemporary takes on classics at the iconic Greek Theatre in Guild Park & Gardens since 2011. Presenting plays, concerts, and special events throughout July and August, GFT is committed to expanding the conventional definition of theatre classics by highlighting stories and artists that reflect the diverse, multicultural community that we call home. GFT is proud to champion local arts and culture and has been honoured with numerous awards and commendations including “Best Live Theatre” (Scarborough Mirror), 2017 OAC Premier’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, the Urban Hero Award (Metroland Media), the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Award, the King Charles III Coronation Medal and 2 Dora Mavor Moore Awards. 


In the summer of 2026 Guild Festival Theatre will return to Guild Park to animate the Greek Theatre with performances and events including: Brontë: The World Without, Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey, our popular TYA festival, Family Fest, and the Guild Alive With Culture Festival.