Summary
Goodman Theatre seeks a Stage Management Apprentice to be a member of our 23/24 season. The Apprentice will work with a variety of Stage Management teams in both the Albert and Owen Theatres and gain hands-on experience with pre-production, rehearsals, and technical rehearsals.
Category
Live Event / On Location Services
Production Assistant
Location
Greater Chicago Area
Time Period
6 Months
Posted Date
Dec 05, 2023
Start Date
Jan 02, 2024
End Date
Jul 08, 2024
Job Description
Goodman Theatre seeks a Stage Management Apprentice to be a member of our 23/24 season. The Apprentice will work with a variety of Stage Management teams in both the Albert and Owen Theatres and gain hands-on experience with pre-production, rehearsals, and technical rehearsals.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree, has experience working at a professional theater company and has knowledge of industry practices. Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills are a must.
This is a seasonal, non-union staff position. As a part of Goodman Theatre’s apprentice program, we seek candidates from historically under-represented groups. While all candidates will be considered, candidates of color are encouraged to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and update paperwork for each show.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining the rehearsal spaces.
- Facilitate with actors’ memorization by being on-book and distributing line notes.
- Additional departmental maintenance as time allows.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to prioritize tasks and be very detail oriented, work collaboratively as a team member and maintain a positive attitude.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in stage management practices and procedures.
- Model behavior and values consistent with Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering Goodman’s IDEAA (inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism and access) goals.
HOURLY RATE: $18.75/hour
DURATION: 1/2/24 –7/8/24
LOCATION: 170N. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60601
Job Type
Intern
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening