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WANTED: Scenic Painter at Performing Arts Camp in the Berkshires
As the scenic painter you would work with our carpenter and other tech staff on building and painting the sets for all of the summer 2019 shows. Typically the scenic painter spends most of their work hours painting sets and props, but occasionally they will need to assist the carpenter in installing set pieces as needed. Two hours a day the scenic painter would also be responsible for co-teaching the tech theatre classes with the other tech staff. Usually this means leading campers in helping to work on the sets, and providing them with painting instruction and leading in the cleanup.

WANTED: Props Supervisor at Syracuse Stage
The Syracuse Stage Props Shop produces for both Syracuse Stage, working with professional house staff, designers and directors from nearby NYC and across the nation, and the SU Drama Department working with student and faculty designers. Supervisor leads a staff that includes props carpenter, props artisan, student intern labor, and occasional over-hire labor.

WANTED: Technical Director at Honolulu's Diamond Head Theatre
Diamond Head Theatre is a year-round, 500-seat community theatre in Honolulu, Hawaii, with a professional staff of 15. We are seeking a full-time Technical Director responsible for the operations of the DHT Scene Shop. The TD is also responsible for the supervision of employees (currently three) and volunteers who work here.

WANTED: Technical Director at Henry Street Settlement- Abrons Arts Center
The Technical Director is a middle level position that works directly in all performance and other production-related spaces of Abrons’ 40,000 square foot facility in Manhattan’s vibrant Lower East Side neighborhood. The position works closely with the Production Manager to determine technical needs of shows. The Technical Director will then be in charge of oversight, coordination, and implementation of those needs in the space, mostly during load in and strike. In addition to exhibiting technical knowledge, ability to lead an overhire crew, and collaboration skills, the ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to Abrons’ mission of political and cultural equity.

WANTED: Immediate Carpenter & Props Master/Designer Positions at Shawnee Summer Theatre of Greene County
We’re seeking an experienced Carpenter for our 60th Anniversary Summer Season at Shawnee Theatre in Bloomfield, IN. We’re looking for someone who has experience building sets and working with ground plans and build drawings.

WANTED: Costume Designer For Kander & Ebb’s Cabaret at Imaginary Theatricals
Imaginary Theatricals is producing its inaugural production: Cabaret. We are seeking a costume designer to design and build the show in a quick turnaround time.

The idea candidate works collaboratively and quickly under pressure and is willing to commit full time to the production. Additionally, they will have a relationship with the show as well as our mission. Budget for the show and pay for the work is negotiable but ideal candidate can beg, borrow, and steal successfully to keep under budget.

WANTED: Fellowships: Stage Management, Production Management Technical and Operations Management at Forbes Center for the Performing Arts
The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts fellowships provide advanced, hands-on training in production management, stage management and technical operations management for recent college graduates and early career professionals. Under the mentorship of staff members, fellows work side by side on over 200 performances per year and are given a springboard to a career in the performing arts.

WANTED: Production Stage Manager at Hudson Warehouse
Hudson Warehouse is looking for Stage Managers for their 16th Summer Season in Riverside Park. We rehearse and perform in Riverside Park, at Soldiers and Sailors Monument, 89th and Riverside. Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to preparing schedules and daily calls, sending daily reports, work with other productions’ SMs to coordinate space managing show props and scenic elements, overseeing transport of show elements to and from performance space. As we are an outdoor theatre company, we not only work with a fantastic company, but also with the weather. Because of this a good-natured outlook, quick problem solving, and the ability to go with the flow are crucial.

WANTED: Rehearsal Production Assistants: 42ND STREET at Ogunquit Playhouse
Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks Rehearsal Production Assistants for our production of 42ND STREET.. The Rehearsal Production Assistants support the Stage Management team and contribute to various production related tasks throughout rehearsals and tech. Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast paced working environment. Prior Run Crew, PA, or Stage Management experience is required.

WANTED: Lighting Shop Foreperson at The Public Theater
The lighting department is responsible for lighting all Public Theater productions and events. The department maintains a lighting shop with equipment and supplies, and work space to facilitate this work. In collaboration with the Lighting Supervisor, The Lighting Shop Foreperson is responsible for the organization of the lighting shop at Astor Place and at the Delacorte Theater and storage in our remote locations, as well supervising crews to complete related tasks. The Lighting Shop Foreperson reports to the Lighting Supervisor.

WANTED: Off-Broadway Run Crew (Various Positions) for Tinc Productions
Tinc Productions, a theatrical and event production management company in New York City, is seeking technical personnel to fill various non-union run crew positions on two upcoming theatrical events including a summer festival and a production that will run beginning of July through September.

WANTED: Print Trafficker at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) is a multi-disciplinary arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities. With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
The Print Trafficker will facilitate all shipping and tracking of films for both repertory and first run cinema programs. The Print Trafficker will work closely with the Projectionist, Technical Manager, and Cinema Department Coordinator to asses and organize print traffic needs.

WANTED: Stitcher for RWS Entertainment Group
RWS Entertainment Group is a full service, worldwide production company that provides the very best in custom-designed as well as pre-packaged events and live shows for corporations, theme parks, cruise ships, resorts, and the fashion industry. Established in 2003, RWS Entertainment Group was built from the ground up through the dedication and devotion of a hard working team. RWS Entertainment Group is currently seeking experienced Theatrical Stitchers for upcoming projects. Stitchers must be able to construct or alter all assigned costumes according to the supervisors specifications. Actively participate in a team consisting of supervisor, and other stitchers. Have an understanding of the period, style, and techniques necessary to complete the costume within the costume designer’s guidelines and maintain the integrity of the costume design.

WANTED: The Underlying Chris- SM Availability Notice at Second Stage Theater
Seeking a stage manager for this world premiere Off-Broadway.

WANTED: Wardrobe Supervisor for Maximum Entertainment Productions
Maximum Entertainment Productions is currently seeking Wardrobe Supervisors for two plays (to be announced) starting on or about September 2019 and The Hip Hop Nutcracker Tour beginning in late October 2019. Seeking qualified candidates with production touring and wardrobe supervisor experience. Must be resourceful, extremely detail oriented, have excellent people management skills and be able to think outside the box. Must be a problem solver and have a positive attitude. A background with productions involving dance is a plus.

WANTED: Immediate Stage Manager Position at Nuance Theatre Co.
SM needed immediately for theatrical production opening June 1 and running through June 23, 2019—16 performances of RABBIT HOLE by David Lindsay-Abaire. Tremendous ensemble cast, Equity Showcase Production. Small, intimate theatrical space. Great creative team with ambitious staging. Rehearsals already in progress.

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