Theatre Production Overhire - Flexible Hours & $30-$40/hr

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Theatre Production Overhire position at New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, NJ is a part-time, hourly role within the Theatre Technology & Performing Arts department. Responsibilities are scheduled by the Director and include audio, lighting, follow-spot, stagehand, and scenic work to support events.

Applicants should have at least two years of technical theatre experience; compensation is hourly and tied to the on-site schedule, with a pay range of $30.00–$40.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in technical theatre operations.
• Ability to perform a variety of theatre production tasks on an as-needed, hourly basis.
• Strong awareness of safety and stage procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot audio equipment for performances.
• Hang, cable, focus lighting equipment; program lighting control.
• Operate follow spots during events.
• Transport and arrange furniture and equipment for events.
• Construct stage scenery to specifications.
• Paint theatre scenery to design specifications.
• Safely suspend equipment overhead and operate fly system.

Skills

Audio Engineering

Theatrical Electrician

Follow Spot Operator

Stagehand

Scenic Carpenter

Scenic Painter

Rigger

Job description

Theatre Production Overhire position at New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, NJ is a part-time, hourly role within the Theatre Technology & Performing Arts department. Responsibilities are scheduled by the Director and include audio, lighting, follow-spot, stagehand, and scenic work to support events.

Applicants should have at least two years of technical theatre experience; compensation is hourly and tied to the on-site schedule, with a pay range of $30.00–$40.00 per hour.