What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Staff in Boston, Mass. position at Shakespeare & Company?
START DATE
February 19, 2024
JOB TYPE
Part Time
COMPENSATION
$17.50 to $22.50 per hour
Dates: beginning February 19, end dates vary – February 22 through March 10, 2024
Location: Downtown Boston, Mass.
Salary: $17.50 to $22.50 per hour
Location: Downtown Boston, Mass.
Salary: $17.50 to $22.50 per hour
Shakespeare & Company seeks production staff for its one-person production of Golda’s Balcony in downtown Boston. Positions sought include Assistant Stage Manager / Wardrobe; Rehearsal ASM; Lighting / Sound Board Operator; Electricians / Theater Technicians; Stagehand / Carpenters, and Technical Director / Master Electrician – all listed below.
Shakespeare & Company is committed to evolving its approach to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) to engender an active process and positive change toward equity in its employment and artistry. Our goal is to engage ourselves in endeavors that enrich and promote a more just society, and we seek to engage those who will embrace our vigorous commitment to IDEA work as well as anti-racism initiatives. We strongly encourage applications from groups historically underrepresented in theater and theater administration including People of the Global Majority, LGBTQIA , women, people who are neuro-diverse, and people with disabilities.
Shakespeare & Company is committed to a COVID-safe environment: in most cases employees will have completed their COVID-19 vaccination regimen, will get tested before they start work and re-test as needed. The entire Company will be adhering to local, state, and union safety protocols where and when appropriate.
Shakespeare & Company is committed to the principles of equal employment and to providing equal employment opportunities. It is our intent to maintain an inclusive work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, pregnancy or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Assistant Stage Manager / Wardrobe Person: The ASM / Wardrobe’s responsibilities include preparation of the stage space and costume for each rehearsal and performance; laundering and simple repairs of costumes and props backstage; assisting the Stage Manager with communication regarding the project and other stage managerial duties, and assisting the Actor with backstage needs. Work schedule includes a Tuesday through Sunday workweek. Position includes one-performance days plus additional hours of assistance at load-in and at strike. The ASM / Wardrobe shall work closely with others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require familiarity with costuming and stage management; sitting, standing, pushing and pulling, climbing and stooping; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 19vthrough March 10, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $17.50 per hour.
Assistant Stage Manager, Rehearsals: The rehearsal ASM’s responsibilities include assisting the Actor with lines and blocking; assisting the Stage Manager with communication regarding the project and other stage managerial duties; assisting others with any backstage or rehearsal room needs. Work schedule includes one Monday through Saturday workweek. Position may include some hours of assistance at load-in as well. The ASM shall work closely with others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require sitting, standing, pushing and pulling; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 19th through 24th, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $17.50 per hour.
Lighting / Sound Board Operator: The Board Operator’s responsibilities include running lights and sound for performances and technical / dress rehearsal on a Tuesday through Sunday workweek, troubleshooting lights and sound with the assistance of the house Technical Supervisor throughout the run. Position includes one-performance days plus additional hours of assistance at load-in, light hang, and strike. The Board Op shall work closely with others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require familiarity with theatrical lighting and sound boards; sitting, standing, pushing and pulling, climbing and stooping; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 19 through March 10, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $20.00 per hour.
Electricians / Theater Technicians: Two sought; the Electrician’s responsibilities include assisting the TD / ME with the hang, circuiting and focus of lighting package at the Jackie Liebergott Black Box on February 19 and 20, 2024 and for strike on the evening of March 10, 2024. The Electrician shall work closely with the Technical Director and others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require familiarity with theatrical electrics; sitting, standing, pushing and pulling, climbing and stooping; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 19 and 20, 2024, and March 10, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $20.00 per hour.
Stagehand / Carpenters: Six sought; the Stagehand/Carpenter’s responsibilities include assembling seating risers and seating then assisting with other elements of load-in as time permits (hang, circuiting and focus of lighting, properties’ load-in) at the Jackie Liebergott Black Box on February 20, and the dismantling of the same on March 10, 2024. The Stagehand/Carpenter shall work closely with others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require familiarity with tools and hardware; sitting, standing, pushing and pulling, climbing and stooping; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 20 and March 10, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $20.00 per hour.
Technical Director / Master Electrician: The Technical Director / Master Electrician’s responsibilities include coordinating and providing a leadership role in the hang, circuiting and focus of lighting package at the Jackie Liebergott Black Box on February 19 and 20, the load-in of properties on February 19, the installation of seating risers and seating on February 20 and 21, preparation for sound playback and oversight of dry-tech and technical rehearsals and notes on February 21 and 22, 2024, as well as strike of the production on March 10, 2024. The TD / ME shall work closely with others assigned to ensure safe practices. This position will require familiarity with theatrical electrics and sound; sitting, standing, pushing and pulling, climbing and stooping; reaching with hands and arms; use of hands to finger objects and controls; lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds; close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision; and reading of written, printed and/or computer screen data. Dates are February 19 through 22 and March 10, 2024, in Boston, Mass. Salary: $22.50 per hour.
Interested applicants should send resume with e-mail contact for references to jobsearch@shakespeare.org (include: Position Title and Name in subject line); By mail: Job Search/Patron Services Manager, 70 Kemble Street, Lenox MA 01240; By fax: (413) 637-4274.
Compensation
$17.50 to $22.50 per hour
Applications accepted until:
February 29, 2024How to Apply
Candidates who possess the above qualifications, or transferrable skills, are encouraged to apply. Please send cover letter, resume, and references.
By email: jobsearch@shakespeare.org (include: Position Title and Name in subject line)
By mail: Job Search/Development Director Shakespeare & Company 70 Kemble Street Lenox, MA 01240
By fax: 413-637-4274
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