Diamond Tooth Gerties 2025

Dancers and singers onstage at Diamond Tooth Gerties

Auditions/Jobs

Hiring Lighting Designer for Diamond Tooth Gerties: Spring 2025 

Show Title: Diamond Tooth Gerties Show
Union: Non Union
Production Company: KareVan Productions Inc.
Theatre: Song and Dance Production
Venue or Cities: Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, Dawson City, Yukon
Musical Director: Paul Moody
Casting Contact: Vanessa Engel/Karen Murray – info@karevan.ca
Cities for Response: Across Canada

Lighting Designer 

KareVan Productions is hiring a lighting designer to design the lights for three, 30-45 minute shows in Dawson City, Yukon.

Tentative Dates:
Tech Week: (Design)
May 3rd- May 8th (no rehearsal May 5th, time may be used for tech work)
Up to 10+ hours /day with meal breaks
Opening Weekend: (Operate)
May 9th- May 11th
8pm- 12:45am

Responsibilities:

  • Design and input the lighting for three separate revue shows by collaborating with the directors to visually enhance the story and themes through lighting effects, color, and intensity
  • Create a detailed and completed cue sheet with the sequence of lighting changes that correspond to specific moments in the production for the venue technician to successfully operate the lights through the season
  • Train and supervise the venue technician to ensure a seamless transition for light operations through the season
  • Focus, position and adjust operations of physical lights where necessary

Applicant should have:

  • Strong understanding of color theory, composition, and how lighting can influence mood and atmosphere 
  • Familiarity with various lighting fixtures, control systems, and rigging techniques 
  • Ability to work effectively with a team of creative professionals 
  • Ability to problem solve and adapt lighting designs to meet technical constraints and unexpected situations 
  • Attention to detail and precision in designing and executing lighting cues

KareVan Productions will provide travel and accommodation in Dawson City, Yukon.

Please email your resume and salary expectations to info@karevan.ca by March 28th, 2025.