Shakespeare In the Parks Production Crew
About The Position
The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division is seeking Production Crew Members to support rehearsals and performances for Shakespeare in the Parks. The role helps productions run safely, efficiently, and professionally by setting up, transporting, maintaining, and breaking down sets, props, equipment, and supplies. Duties include assisting with load-ins and load-outs, constructing and repairing sets, and operating tour vehicles, including a box truck, between performance, rehearsal, and storage locations. The position involves approximately 20–25 hours per week during the summer tour, with additional intermittent hours as needed for set construction, maintenance, repairs, and production preparation. Evening and weekend availability is required. Work includes outdoor conditions in varying weather, physical handling of equipment, and travel between locations. Employment is contingent on a favorable background check, and the role may be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to safely operate tour vehicles, including a box truck.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move production equipment and materials.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability.
- Knowledge of safe production practices and equipment handling.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Ability to identify and resolve technical and logistical challenges.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow directions and adapt to changing production needs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in theatre, live event, or touring productions.
- Experience with set construction, stage operations, or event setup.
- Familiarity with basic tools, equipment maintenance, and repairs.
- Experience driving larger vehicles and transporting equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with set construction, assembly, maintenance, and repairs.
- Load, unload, transport, and organize production equipment, set pieces, props, and supplies.
- Drive designated tour vehicles between performance, rehearsal, and storage locations.
- Assist with load-in, setup, strike, and load-out at rehearsal and performance sites.
- Support the safe operation and handling of production equipment and materials.
- Troubleshoot and help resolve technical or logistical issues during the tour.
- Communicate equipment needs, vehicle concerns, and production issues to the Production Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
