Technician Seeking Work

Hello everyone, I am a theatre technician, LD, electrician and scenic carpenter. I have several years of professional experience working on shows in the United States. I'm looking for a full time entry level position in or around Brisbane (My girlfriend recently moved there) as an electrician or carpenter, although I am willing to work in another town if there are opportunities. I graduated university in 2007 with a degree in technical theatre. During university I worked casual labor for IATSE and as a freelance lighting designer and carpenter. I have been living in china the past year working in another industry. I am looking to get back into the performing arts industry and have been having trouble finding job sites and listing for the performing arts. Can someone either point me in the right direction or does anyone know of any job openings in either a theater or production company? I am also interested in paid internship opportunities. I am planning on arriving in Australia in late October but am able to arrive sooner if I have a job opportunity. I would really appreciate the help! Regards, Alex Owens

Although it's mainly aimed at actors, some of this will help: http://www.theatre.asn.au/blog/na/looking_for_work_2 and this one will be more specific for you: http://www.theatre.asn.au/book_page/best_places_to_look_for_professional_theatre_auditions_and_tech_admin_work In particular download my list of links, you'll find a number of venues and companies in the QLD job hunting section. There should also be some links somewhere (you might need to do a search) on topics about coming from overseas; there's heaps of advice already given that will also apply to you. As for paid internships, you'll find that Australia doesn't work the same as the US - that is, there aren't any. We either have amateur roles or pro roles, but rarely anything in between. Additionally work experience here is usually saved for those who are still at school. With your background, you shouldn't have any problems presenting a CV to a venue and asking them if they have any jobs available. Finger puppets now on sale at Puppets in Melbourne

Although it's mainly aimed

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