Theatre Production Staff

Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences; Santa Monica (CA); In loco; USD 21.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is seeking Theatre Production Staff to support school productions, rentals, and community events in the School’s performance venues. Staff are hired into a pool and assigned to events by position, availability, and school need.

Positions include Usher, Front of House Manager, Backstage Manager, A2, and Light Board Operator. You will help ensure events run safely, smoothly, and professionally for audiences, performers, and presenters.

Competenze

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Technical/Live Event training or college coursework in theatre or related fields is a plus.

Mansioni

• Arrive on time for call times, pre-show setup, and post-show closing.
• Follow safety procedures and venue policies.
• Communicate clearly with students, faculty, guests, clients, and staff.
• Follow directions from TD, event producer, or house/stage manager.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.
• Greet patrons, check tickets, distribute programs, and direct guests to seats (Usher).
• Oversee audience-facing operations, open/close the house, brief ushers, and handle patron concerns (FOH Manager).
• Coordinate backstage activity, prepare and reset stage areas, relay cues, and enforce backstage safety (Backstage Manager).
• Set up and maintain wireless microphones, assist with sound checks, and work backstage during performances (A2).
• Operate lighting console, follow cues, and assist with lighting setup (Light Board Operator).
• Attend orientation and safety training; cross-train; represent the School professionally; work evenings/weekends/holidays as scheduled.

Conoscenze

Customer service

Event setup and teardown

Communication

Audio fundamentals

Safety awareness

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Technical/Live Event training or college coursework in theatre

Strumenti

ETC EOS lighting console

Descrizione del lavoro

Theatre Production Staff support school productions, rentals, and community events in the School’s performance venues. Staff are hired into a pool and assigned to events by position, availability and school need. Positions include Usher, Front of House Manager, Backstage Manager, A2, and Light Board Operator. Each member ensures events run safely, smoothly, and professionally for audiences, performers, and presenters.Essential Job Functions:All PositionsArrive on time for call times, pre-show setup, and post-show closing.Follow all safety, emergency, and venue procedures.Communicate clearly and courteously with students, faculty, guests, clients, and fellow staff.Follow direction from the Technical Director, event producer, or house/stage manager on duty.Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.UsherGreet patrons, check tickets, distribute programs, and direct guests to seats.Assist patrons with accessibility needs and answer basic venue questions.Monitor the house for safety and policy compliance (e.g., no recording, food, or drink).Help with seating late arrivals and post-show clearing of the house.Front of House (FOH) ManagerOversee all audience-facing operations, including ushers, box office coordination, and lobby.Open and close the house in coordination with the stage manager or technical director.Brief ushers on event details, seating, and emergency procedures.Serve as the primary contact for patron concerns, accessibility requests, and medical or safety incidents.Complete a house report after each event.Backstage ManagerCoordinate backstage activity during rehearsals and performances, including cast and crew movement, props, and scenery.Prepare the stage and backstage areas for each event and reset afterward.Relay cues and communicate with the technical director and stage manager via headset.Enforce backstage safety and conduct standards.A2 (Assistant Audio Engineer)Set up, test, and maintain wireless microphones, body packs, and receivers, and assist with wired microphones, cabling, and monitors.Fit and adjust microphones on performers and replace batteries and mic components as needed.Assist the A1 with sound checks, line checks, and equipment troubleshooting during rehearsals and performances.Work backstage during performances to manage mic changes, handle quick repairs, and communicate with the A1 and stage management via headset.Strike, inventory, and properly store audio equipment after events.Light Board OperatorOperate the lighting console and execute cues during rehearsals and performances.Assist with focusing, patching, and basic setup of lighting instruments.Follow a cue sheet or script and respond to live changes.Assist with strike and resetting the venue to its standard configuration.Additional Responsibilities: (List responsibilities that are performed periodically, seasonally, or as assigned.)Attend orientation and safety training as required.Assist with other event-related tasks as assigned, such as setting up chairs, tables, or signage.Report equipment damage, malfunction, or safety concerns promptly.Cross-train in other positions when qualified and approved.Represent the School professionally at all times.AllDependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team.Strong communication and customer service skills.Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.Position-SpecificUsher / FOH Manager: Prior customer service or event experience preferred. FOH Manager candidates should have experience supervising or leading others. CPR/First Aid certification preferred.Backstage Manager: Experience in theatre production, stage management, or backstage crew required. Ability to read a script and follow cue calls.A2: Working knowledge of wireless microphone systems, basic signal flow, and live sound principles. Experience with microphone placement and fitting on performers is preferred. Prior theatre or live event experience is helpful. Willingness to work closely with performers and backstage crew.Light Board Operator: Experience operating an ETC Eos lighting console. Understanding of theatrical lighting terminology and cue-based operation.Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical/Live Event training or college coursework in theatre or related fields is a plus for technical positions.Physical Demands:Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods (up to several hours).Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and to move equipment, chairs, and scenery.Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work at heights, as required for technical positions.Ability to work in low-light and backstage environments and to move safely in darkness.Ability to wear a headset and hear and respond to cues and verbal instructions.Other Requirements: Must pass a background check and fingerprinting, as required for work on a school campus.Must comply with all School policies, including child safety and mandated reporter requirements.Dress code: all-black attire for backstage and technical positions; business casual or house uniform for FOH.