Seeking Designers for The Deep End

New Wave Theatre Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

New Wave Theatre Company in Chicago is seeking talented production staff for their upcoming production of The Deep End. Roles include Stage Management, Costume Designer, Lighting Designer, Scenic/Props Designer, and Sound Designer. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and the ability to work collaboratively within a creative team.

Production meetings begin mid-August, with rehearsals running through November. Commitment to mandatory dates for designers is essential for successful participation.

Qualifications

• Experience in stage management or production preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with a creative team.
• Knowledge of design principles for theatre production.

Responsibilities

• Manage stage operations during rehearsal and performance.
• Design costumes according to production needs.
• Install and operate lighting equipment.
• Create scenic props according to design specifications.
• Ensure sound design aligns with production.

Skills

Stage Management

Costume Design

Lighting Design

Scenic/Props Design

Sound Design

Job description

About the Production

We are seeking production staff for New Wave Theatre Company’s production of The Deep End by Z. Croix Kelchen.

Synopsis: After a new type of virtual reality program releases, Mel escapes into what she expects to be her next distraction. When she is unable to return to her world, however, she must face the conflict between what she feels to be true, and what everyone around her insists.

Production Timeline

• Mid-August: Regular Production Meetings will begin
• Rehearsals M-F from September 28th to November 13th 6:30p-10:00p
• Mandatory Dates for Designers:
  • Load In: Nov. 16th
  • Tech: Nov. 16th – Nov. 18th
  • Strike: Nov. 29th (post show)
• Show Schedule:
  • Preview: Nov. 19th
  • Opening: Nov. 20th
  • 7:30p Shows: Nov. 20th – 21st, 25th, 27th – 28th
  • 3:00p Shows: Nov. 22nd and 29th

Positions Available

• Stage Management
• Costume Designer
• Lighting Designer
• Scenic/Props Designer
• Sound Designer