Props Crew – Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2026 (ISU Students)
About The Position
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival is seeking applications for Props Artisans for the 2026 summer season. PROP ARTISAN/CREW - Significant stage prop fabrication and finishing experience is desired, preferably in a professional environment. The ideal candidates will have demonstrated prop skills, work well in a fast-paced environment, and be self-motivated. - Props Artisans hired for the full season will work May 19 – August 5 and be transitioned to changeover/deck crew when dress rehearsals begin. Housing is available at a reduced cost beginning on May 18. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed and positions filled as applications are received. In addition to the required resume and cover letter, interested applicants are encouraged to submit images of their work, uploaded as a Word or PDF document. Alternatively, a link to an online portfolio can be uploaded in a Word or PDF document. The Illinois Shakespeare Festival is a professional repertory theatre company that produces Shakespeare and contemporary plays in the spirit of Shakespeare every summer at the beautiful Ewing Cultural Center in Bloomington, Illinois. The Festival hires professional Directors, Designers, Actors, and production personnel and offers a variety of internships to students from Illinois State University and other colleges and universities. The Festival sells an average of 10,000 tickets per year, is supported by Illinois State University and the Illinois Shakespeare Festival Society.
Requirements
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated
- Strong communication skills
- Significant stage prop fabrication and finishing experience
- Demonstrated prop skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience preferably in a professional environment for prop fabrication and finishing
Responsibilities
- Perform stage prop fabrication and finishing
- Transition to and perform duties as changeover/deck crew during dress rehearsals
Benefits
- Housing is available at a reduced cost
- Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
