Theatre Production Specialist: Stage & Props

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Arts Production Specialist for PlayMakers Repertory in North Carolina. The role focuses on production duties across theatre departments, supporting rehearsals, performances, and backstage operations.

You will work closely with faculty and students, handling stage management, carpentry, props, costumes, and sound/electrics tasks as needed. This is a full-time temporary position with a 6+ month appointment horizon.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree preferably in the Theatre Arts, and some experience that provides the employee with the functional work experiences needed to perform the work.
• Experience in professional theatrical technical production and working in an academic environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage rehearsal and performance process across production departments.
• Assist with run crew, interpret drawings/cut lists, and execute stage craft techniques as directed.
• Procure, build, or refurbish props and assist with costume, sound, or electrics work as assigned.

Skills

Stage management

Theatre production

Interpret drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts

Tools

Theatre production equipment

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an Arts Production Specialist for PlayMakers Repertory in North Carolina. The role focuses on production duties across theatre departments, supporting rehearsals, performances, and backstage operations.

You will work closely with faculty and students, handling stage management, carpentry, props, costumes, and sound/electrics tasks as needed. This is a full-time temporary position with a 6+ month appointment horizon.