Production Coordinator Jobs in Mississauga, Canada at City of Mississauga
Job Summary
The Live Event and Media Production team delivers a diverse range of festivals and events throughout the year. Based primarily at Meadowvale Theatre, Paramount Fine Food Centre, Celebration Square, and the Living Arts Centre, you will take a lead role in driving event setup and technical operations across each venue. Working within a larger team, you will contribute to all aspects of event execution while guiding crews to ensure efficient, high-quality delivery.
This role provides hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and supports the continued growth of your technical and leadership skills in a fast-paced live event environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with clients and staff to ensure all event and production requirements are met, providing solutions to technical challenges and escalating when required.
Coordinate and lead production crews through setup, operation, and changeovers, ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule.
Configure, test, and supervise the operation of production systems (audio, lighting, video, cameras, communications, etc.) to meet event requirements.
Review production documentation and develop clear operational plans for execution, including adapting to varying environments and safety considerations.
Oversee all on-site production activities to ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality event delivery.
Identify potential hazards and ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health and safety standards.
Provide training and mentorship to staff across technical disciplines while supporting team development.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, documenting issues and reporting as required.
Complete event and maintenance reports to support ongoing operations and continuous improvement.
Skills and Qualifications
Post-secondary education with a specialization in a relevant technical discipline.
Minimum 5 years of industry experience in live event or production environments.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a leadership or team lead role within production.
Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies as required.
The successful candidate must possess a valid Standard First Aid and CPR C (Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross Society, St. John’s Ambulance or the Canadian Ski Patrol) certification (must be recognized by WSIB) by your start date.
Working at Heights and aerial lift training considered an asset.
Hourly Rate/Salary: $23.35 – $31.13
Hours of Work:
Up to 44 hours per week
Work Location:
Meadowvale Community Theatre
Organization Unit: CMS/Technical Services, Tm 1
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Recreation & Culture Division , Culture & Events
Non-Union/Union:
Non Union LI-DNP The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.
Title: Production Coordinator
Company: City of Mississauga
Location: Mississauga, Canada
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