Production Part Time

Studio Theatre regularly hires part-time technicians and production staff to support our shows throughout the season. If you have experience in theatrical production and are interested in on-call or project-based work, we invite you to submit your résumé for consideration. By applying through this general posting, you'll be considered for a range of backstage and technical positions, including roles in lighting, sound, carpentry, paint, props, and stage management. Please Note: We do not accept unsolicited design materials, portfolios, or creative concepts. This application is intended only for part-time production and technical crew positions. We have found that the best way to engage designers is through established professional relationships and direct solicitation by our artistic leadership. Any design materials submitted through this portal will not be considered and will not be returned. Listed below are job descriptions for Studio production roles. All roles require the following core competencies: Problem Solving: The ability to define problems,establishfacts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to report problems foradditionalhelp.Communication: The ability to communicate transparently and effectively across mediums with an emphasis on interpersonal communication.Relationship Management: Excellent social skills with an emphasis on building andmaintainingmeaningful and reciprocal internal andexternal andconflict resolution relationships.Teamwork: The ability to work well as an enthusiastic member of the production teamBackstage crew Reports to: Assistant Production Manager Key Responsibilities: Support thebackstageneeds of the showWork through-out the tech process to learn backstage trackUphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Execute duties andprojects asassignedSkills in Stage Management, Wardrobe, and/or Scenic Shifts a plusProfessional theatre or equivalent academic experience a plusAbility to lift and maneuver 50lbsrepeatedly, alone or withassistanceAbility to crouch, twist, bend, stoop, climb stairs and ladders, stand and sit for extended periods of time, reach above, below and at neck level, work at heights above the floorCARPENTER Reports to: Technical Director Key Responsibilities: Construction, installation, and repair (if necessary) of scenic elements for all productionsLoad-in and strike of sceneryUphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Execute duties andprojects asassignedSkills in wood construction, metalworkingand riggingHydraulic, pneumatic or automation experience a plusProfessional theatre or equivalent academic experience a plusAbility to lift and maneuver 50lbsrepeatedly, alone or withassistanceAbility to crouch, twist, bend, stoop, climb stairs and ladders, stand and sit for extended periods of time, reach above, below and at neck level, work at heights above the floorScenic Painter Reports to: Technical Director Key Responsibilities: Prep, base, and detail paint scenic elementsFill Scenic Seams and blemishesSeal and prep stage flooring for useSkills & Qualifications: Execute duties andprojects asassignedSkills in scenic painting, texturing, and distressing. Color matching a plusProfessional theatre or equivalent academic experience a plusAbility to lift and maneuver 50lbsrepeatedly, alone or withassistanceAbility to crouch, twist, bend, stoop, climb stairs and ladders, stand and sit for extended periods of time, reach above, below and at neck level, work at heights above the floorStitcher Reports to: Costume Shop Manager Key Responsibilities: Assistcostume departmentin fitting, stitching, or other assigned costume dutiesMaintain and altercostumes asassignedAssistwith inventory and maintenance of workroom supplies and equipment, as time permitsUphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Experience in machine and hand sewing techniquesExperience in dressmaking, tailoring and/or cutting skillsProficiencyin commercial and industrial sewing machine operationExcellent garment construction skillsExperience in a professional costume shop a plusOpenness to learning new techniquesElectrician and Light Board Operator Reports to: Lighting and Sound Supervisor Key Responsibilities: Hang and focus lighting elements for productionsServe as light board operator (EOS Family Consoles) for performancesUphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Proficiencywith ETC Eos Family of consoles, data, DMX devices and moving lightsa plusAbility to read and interpret light plots and other relevant paperworka plusComfort working at heights such as on catwalks,laddersand liftsAudio Engineers/Sound Board Ops and Microphone Technicians Reports to: Lighting and Sound Supervisor Key Responsibilities: AssistLighting and Sound Supervisorwith implementation of audio requirements for all productions, events, and rentalsMaintenance of department inventoryServe as sound board operator for performances (as needed)Uphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Ability to patch, troubleshoot, and run sound systems Familiarity with large format digital (preferably Yamaha) and analog consolesLive mixing experience with musicals as well as musical actsProficiencywith programmingQLab, digital networking, Dante interface systems, and MIDIUnderstanding of theatrical rigging of loudspeakersKnowledge of recording techniques and recording platformsProficiencywith soldering, basic electronic repairs, cable building, and simple woodworkingVideo Engineer and Board Operators Reports to: Lighting and Sound Supervisor Key Responsibilities: Projections in productions - interfacing with the designer about needs, installing and supporting the projection system,possible programmingof system during tech, andpossible runningof the system for performancesRentals and Events - working closely with the Rentals Department to set up and support any video needs for rentals and events in the buildingOther duties include regular maintenance of gear, inventory, andmaintainingproper storage of all the Multimedia equipmentUphold safe practices andmaintaina safe working environmentSkills & Qualifications: Execute duties andprojects asassignedExcellent communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse range of collaboratorsWorking knowledge of Isadora and Watchout platforms, Photoshop and video editing software, networkinfrastructureand theatrical rigginga plusDrive to understandnew technologiesand how to integrate them into theatreEvents engineering or theatrical experience a plus

Created: 2026-04-02