Seasonal Stage Crew: Fast-Paced Theatre Tech & Fly

Playbill, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre seeks seasonal stage crew for the 2026-2027 season. Under the stage supervisor, crew members will run scenery and properties tracks, ensuring safe, smooth rehearsals and performances.

Responsibilities include on/off-stage movements, daily prep, and collaboration with multiple departments. Applicants should be committed to equity and be able to work nights and weekends, with stamina for long shifts and heavy lifting.

Qualifications

• Availability to work six days a week, including nights and weekends.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Professional interaction with staff, cast, vendors, and patrons.
• Ability to perform rapid, quiet, and efficient technical scene shifts.
• Stamina to move objects up to 40 pounds repeatedly and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Preserve the artistic integrity of a production throughout its run.
• Move scenery and properties on/off stage in a fast-paced, dark setting.
• Assist in daily prep and maintain production scenery, props, and effects.
• Collaborate with stage management, front of house, and visiting artists.
• Follow safety trainings and adapt to fly system and other rigging tasks.

Skills

Stage crew experience

Interpersonal skills

Nights/weekends

Job description

Berkeley Repertory Theatre seeks seasonal stage crew for the 2026-2027 season. Under the stage supervisor, crew members will run scenery and properties tracks, ensuring safe, smooth rehearsals and performances.

Responsibilities include on/off-stage movements, daily prep, and collaboration with multiple departments. Applicants should be committed to equity and be able to work nights and weekends, with stamina for long shifts and heavy lifting.