Theatre at UBC
Opportunities - Employment & Auditions
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UBC Department of Theatre and Film
Teaching Assistantships for 2012/2013 Academic Session
The Department of Theatre and Film hopes to appoint part-time Teaching Assistants from among the first and second year MA/MFA/Phd students to assist in the following courses:
Theatre Studies Courses
- THTR 120-001 Intro to Theatre [M/W/F 9am-10am] Lecture Term 1
There are a total of 4 positions available (at 50%). - THTR 210-001 Forms and Ideas I [M/W/F 1pm- 2pm] Lecture Term 1
There is a total of 1 position available (at 50%) - THTR 211-001 Forms and Ideas II [M/W 1pm- 2pm] Lecture Term 2
There are a total of 2 positions available (at 50%)
Film Studies Courses
- FIST 100-001 Intro to Film Studies [see online] Lecture Term 1
There are a total of 2 positions available (at 50%) - FIST 100 –003 Intro to Film Studies [see online] Lecture Term 2
There are a total of 3 positions available (at 50%). - FIST 220-001 Hollywood Cinema 1930-1960 [see online] Term 2
There are a total of 2 positions available (at 50%). - FIST 230 Introduction to Asian Cinema [see online] Term 1
There is a total of 1 position available (at 50%) - FIST 300-001 Cult Cinema [M/F see online for times] Term 1
There is a total of 1 position available (at 50%).
Film Production Courses
- FIPR 230-001 Introduction to Motion Picture Directing [see online] Term 1
There is a total of 1 position available (at 50%) - FIPR 234-001 Production Planning and Practice [see online] Term 1
There are a total of 2 positions available (at 50%)
These courses begin in September 2012. You are encouraged to contact The Department of Theatre and Film Administrator, Gerald Vanderwoude at his email address Gerald.vanderwoudeATubc.ca to apply to these positions.
Please note that the above listed TA positions are dependent on Department of Theatre and Film budget approval. Some positions will be appointed at 50% (half time) and will have their duties reduced accordingly.
Qualifications: At a minimum, the applicant will have a BA/BFA degree or its equivalent, with academic and/or professional experience. The applicant must have a solid knowledge of theatre history, film studies or film production, depending on the course for which they are applying for.
Duties: TAs may be required, at a minimum, to mark, teach, attend classes, lead seminars, advise students, supervise production labs, hold office hours, give demonstrations and on occasion provide instruction in the courses they have been assigned to.
Hours of work: Varies by course. The average is 12 hours per week for 26 weeks (384 hours) for a full TA position. Please note that not all positions listed above are full TA positions.
Salary: Masters’ Students: GTA 2 $28.42/hour
Doctoral Students: GTA 1 $29.54/hour
Application: A letter of application including your curriculum vitae, all contact information, your year of study, and experience in the discipline that you wish to apply. Please indicate whether you are a full–time or part–time student and whether you hold a degree in another field of study at a Masters level or higher.
Deadline for applications is May 1, 2012.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply.
The UBC Players Club wants YOU in its 2012-2013 Season:
(Posted: March 19, 2012)
Founded in 1915, the Players Club is the first club ever to be constituted at UBC! Then it was the sole outlet for theatre on campus, but since the creation of the theatre department at UBC, the Players Club has adjusted its aim to providing opportunities for students from all faculties to create theatre on their own terms. Whether you’re new to theatre or it’s an old love, you’ll find opportunities to be an actor, director, writer, and designer, as well as producer, promotions manager, or production manager (an experience you won’t find anywhere else on campus).
Come play with us! http://ubcplayersclub.com
Festival Dionysia 2012
Festival Dionysia, our one act and short-performance festival, is looking to fill the following positions: *artistic director*, *technical director*, *production manager*, and *stage manager. Email info@ubcplayersclub.com if you are interested in any of these roles or for more info!
Call for Creative Team and Crew:
Interested in being a designer, in Stage Management, helping run backstage either as crew or as a board operator or to be involved in any way in a Players Club production next year? Email your areas of interest and any experience, along with Term 1/Term 2 preference if you have one, to info@ubcplayersclub.com
Call for play proposals 2012-2013
Do you want to direct a play for the Players Club? Have a cool performance concept? The Players Club wants YOU to submit a proposal for a show next year! We will soon be choosing our mainstage productions for the next academic year. We will consider everything: one acts, full length pieces or your own scripts! Send in your ideas by *March 25* – for the proposal template, answers to any questions, or to submit a completed proposal, email info@ubcplayersclub.com
Summer Videographer
Marketing & Communications Department
The Banff Centre, Banff AB
(Posted: March 19, 2012)
This is a termed position from May 15 to August 31, 2012.
This position is funded in part through the Canadian Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. CSJ is specifically designed to assist students with securing summer employment. To be eligible for consideration for this position you must meet the following criteria: Must have been in school full-time this year and returning to your studies in the fall. Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident Must be between 15 and 30 years of age.
If CSJ funding is not approved, this position may not be filled.
The Opportunity Are you creative and passionate about telling stories on film? The Marketing & Communications Department of The Banff Centre is looking for a Summer Videographer to work with Marketing & Communications and Film & Media team members to create video content that communicates the stories behind the Banff Summer Arts Festival and The Banff Centre.
Responsibilities Identify and develop video topics/stories /concepts in conjunction with Marketing & Communications Team Members Coordinate interviews with artists, faculty, and staff and obtain signed releases from these individuals as needed. Make technical and creative decisions regarding such elements as shot composition and framing, appropriate lighting, interview questions etc. Shoot and edit videos for video podcasting. Post videos to YouTube and to appropriate pages on The Banff Centre's website. Link video casts to other social media for increased online presence The Ideal Candidate Is currently enrolled in a post-secondary program focusing on film/video, broadcast journalism, or communication arts having completed at least one year of their program. Has experience in creating stories for film or video, shot composition and framing, and basic editing experience. Is familiar with new media technologies and video podcasting. Possesses strong organizational skills and demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Is able to work with minimal supervision, making sound decisions and applying a high level of technical and administrative skills to complete assignments quickly and professionally. One to two years' experience in the field is an asset.
Special Requirements Candidates offered a position with the Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check through the local R.C.M.P. detachment, verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be made.
Employment Terms & Benefits
In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is an hourly support staff position, subject to a 500 hour probationary period.
This position pays $14.89 per hour and increases to $16.01 per hour after probation, working up to 35 hours per week.
The Banff Centre offers a comprehensive benefits package to all of its full time salaried employees and to hourly employees who have accrued 2000 hours of employment. For more information please visit our benefits page.
Application Process
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please submit your application online via The Banff Centre careers website at www.banffcentre.ca/careers/. Click on the Summer Videographer job title and create a candidate profile for yourself.
We are accepting applications for this position until April 6, 2012.
Weekly Job Listings from the Alliance for Arts and Culture
Greater Vancouver’s cultural community created the Alliance for Arts and Culture to provide a strong voice for the sector and an avenue to work together. Each week, the Alliance for Arts and Culture publishes a listing of current job openings which may be of interest to Theatre at UBC students and alumni.
- Be sure to check out the Alliance's new job page at: www.allianceforarts.com/job-board
To submit new work opportunities and audition notices, please contact the webmistress.
