Electrics Intern

Florida Repertory Theatre; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing

Job summary

Florida Repertory Theatre is seeking an Electr ic s Intern to support the lighting department. The role involves assisting with installation, hang, focus, maintenance, and strike of lighting equipment across all productions, and serving as a Light Board Operator for assigned shows.

You will work collaboratively with guest artists and designers, gaining a well-rounded theatre experience. The position offers hands-on exposure to two performance venues and an opportunity to develop skills in a

Qualifications

• Experience with theatrical lighting systems and a base knowledge of theater electrics.
• Applicants must be hard-working, self-motivated, and independent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, hang, focus, maintenance, and strike of lighting equipment for all productions.
• Work as a Light Board Operator for assigned shows and collaborate with guest artists and designers.

Skills

Theatrical lighting systems

Self-motivation

Independence

Lighting equipment knowledge

Tools

Lighting equipment

Job description

About Us

Florida Repertory Theatre is a fully professional theatre company serving Southwest Florida. Founded in 1998, Florida Rep is an ensemble-based, artist-driven organization with an annual operating budget of approximately $4.3 million. Florida Rep operates on an LOA/LORT D contract with Actors’ Equity and works with United Scenic Artists and the Society of Stage Directors & Choreographers members. Performing in the Historic Arcade Theatre (a 393-seat proscenium house) and ArtStage Studio (a 120-seat adaptable black box), Florida Rep produces a wide variety of comedies, dramas, and musical, and brings more than 100,000 people to the Fort Myers River District annually. In addition to its professional productions, Florida Rep operates an active Education & Outreach Department that reaches more than 45,000 young people annually.

About the Role

The Electrics Intern supports the lighting department by assisting with the installation, hang, focus, maintenance, and strike of lighting equipment for all productions, and by working as a Light Board Operator for any show they are assigned. The intern will work collaboratively and professionally with guest artists and designers. The intern will gain a well-rounded theatre experience and become familiar with our two performance venues.

About You

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Experience with theatrical lighting systems and a base knowledge of theater electrics
• Applicants must be hard-working, self-motivated, and independent

About the Position

Work Hours/Salary

• 35-65 hours a week with an average of 40 hours a week
• Minimum take-home of $200 a week and eligible for overtime
• Salary is inclusive of furnished housing
• September 8, 2026 through May 31, 2027