Piedmont Shakespeare Company – Learn more at https://piedmontshakes.org/workwithus
AVAILABLE POSITIONS:
ASSISTANT COSTUME DESIGNER/WARDROBE HEAD
May 27 – June 30
Pay: $7.25/hour for approximate total compensation of $1,500
Qualifications:
Costume construction and repair skills.
Experience working in a theatre wardrobe position.
Working knowledge of all aspects of the theatre process.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional backstage demeanor, particularly while actors are in various states of dress.
Experience working with wigs and make-up (preferred).
Responsibilities:
Assist Costume Designer in the construction and acquisition of pieces for the costume design, including hair and make-up
Coordinate fittings
Maintain detailed records and organize the costumes for performances, including dress room assignments
Maintain costumes during the course of the production, including laundry and dry cleaning
Oversee Wardrobe during performances, including both indoor and outdoor venues
Supervise Wardrobe Intern
Typical Schedule:
40 hours/week, including evenings and weekends during Tech and Performances.
Application Requirements:
Cover letter, resume, 3 references, portfolio or 3-5 documents that are representative of costume construction or wardrobe.
Application link: https://forms.gle/xfcbznie13nMADgt6
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ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER (NON-UNION)
May 20 – June 30
Pay: $7.25/hour for approximate total compensation of $1,900
Qualifications:
Demonstrated skills and experience in stage management and standard theatrical production practices.
Responsibilities:
Assist Stage Manager with Pre-Production work as assigned.
Assist Stage Manager with the running of all rehearsals, performances, and production meetings.
Assist with prop tracking, scene shifts, and line notes
Send out rehearsal and performance reports and daily calls as assigned.
Oversee the backstage crew and complete run crew duties as necessary.
Help maintain a safe working environment.
Typical Schedule:
PSC operates under an AEA/URTA Tier 1 agreement: 42 hours of rehearsals/performances in a 6-day work week. The stage management team will typically work an additional hour before and after the rehearsal call. The ASM position is eligible for overtime pay.
Application Requirements:
Cover letter, resume, 3 references, portfolio or 3-5 documents that are representative of stage management work
Application link: https://forms.gle/xfcbznie13nMADgt6
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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
May 27 – June 30
Pay: $7.25/hour for approximate total compensation of $1,500
Qualifications:
Technical skills in the construction and acquisition of scenery and props, including soft goods.
Experience in planning productions, particularly without a permanent scene shop.
Experience with both indoor and outdoor venues.
Experience in construction planning and budgeting.
Effective leadership and communication in the technical process.
Responsibilities:
Create and present a budget for scenic and props design.
Construct scenery and props for touring production.
Plan use of rental truck to transport all technical equipment.
Install and strike all scenery and props at indoor and outdoor venues.
Supervise Props and Backstage Interns
Typical Schedule:
40 hours/week, including evenings and weekends during Tech and Performances.
Application Requirements:
Cover letter, resume, 3 references, portfolio or 3-5 documents that are representative of scenery and props construction.
Application link: https://forms.gle/xfcbznie13nMADgt6
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Piedmont Shakes is also seeking interns in Audience Engagement, Electrics, Marketing, Props, and Wardrobe. More information about these paid internship positions can be found at https://piedmontshakes.org/workwithus.
