Careers at The Rose

Responsible for all aspects of property design, procurement, and construction for all Rose Theater productions; including but not limited to, the main stage season, education/youth productions and metro tours. Manage and oversee all prop rentals, including pick up/drop off coordination.

Essential Job Duties

• Generate props list for all main stage/Hitchcock productions. Provide research as needed.
• Execute the design, build, procurement, etc. of all props for main stage, Hitchcock, and youth/education programs.
• Develop and follow build schedules and meet deadlines pertaining to the properties department.
• Facilitate any in-house prop loans as necessary.
• Assist with scenery construction when assigned to do so by the Technical Director.
• Attend all technical and dress rehearsals as assigned by Production Director.
• Assist with all load-in and strikes assigned by the Technical Director.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace.
• In cooperation with the Technical Director, perform maintenance and upkeep of shop tools and equipment.
• In cooperation with the Technical Director, ensure the safety of actors, crew and audience members regarding scenery, props, special effects, and backstage spaces.
• Work closely with the Production Director to develop and monitor the annual budget.
• Work flexible schedule depending on production needs.
• Assist with supervision of apprentices, part-time staff and volunteers.

Other Job Duties

• Assist shop staff in cleaning, inventory, storage, and organization of the entire building. Specifically maintain inventory records and storage of props.
• Manage prop rental including contracts and invoices, providing information to the finance department.
• Participate in recruiting and training technical apprentices.
• Attend all necessary meetings, including production and monthly all-staff meetings.
• Participate in company events/activities as required.
• Work flexible schedule depending on responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Director.     

Education, Training and Experience

• B.A or B.F.A. in Technical Theater or equivalent experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Must possess strong working knowledge of various materials and techniques used in creating properties for stage productions.
• Must be able to manage a system to inventory, organize, maintain and store a large stock of properties.
• Working knowledge of basic theatrical rigging.
• Ability to operate double purchase fly system.
• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and assignments to meet all deadlines.
• Ability to meet all deadlines under pressure situations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally.
• Ability to follow directions from directors and Technical Director.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the organization.
• Always act as a representative of the company, providing excellent customer service to members, patrons, vendors and staff.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to stand or kneel for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work at heights of up to 70’.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
• Ability to drive full size pickup and straight box trucks.
• On-site attendance is required.

Position Compensation Range

• $40,000 – $45,000

To apply:

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Stage Management Apprentices work as an assistant stage manager and run crew on various mainstage productions. Starting with pre-production meetings through rehearsals and performances, they will work closely with actors, students, directors and choreographers.

Assignments also include the opportunity to stage manage a mainstage production later in the season. When not assigned to a show, Stage Management Apprentices assist with administrative/production management work and other areas of production as needed. This includes helping with load-ins, strikes and light hang/focus. Applicants should be able to interact with a wide variety of personalities and adapt to various working styles. Additionally, the apprentice must stay focused, take initiative and maintain a professional demeanor in the workplace.

Applicants must possess strong writing and computer skills as there is an emphasis on producing quality paper work. The ability to read music is desirable and prior stage management experience is required. A practical knowledge of electrics and a basic understanding of power tools is a plus. This apprenticeship is suitable for those working towards careers as professional stage managers.

The Electrics/Audio Apprentice will work directly under the supervision of the Resident Lighting & Sound Designers to implement the lighting and sound design for each mainstage production. This apprentice will also gain hands-on experience with audio implementation. This position includes assisting with the hanging and focusing of lights, reading and drafting the light plot, assisting the lighting designer with paperwork, assisting the sound designer with programing and digital mixing and general maintenance of our inventory and spaces, along with working scenic load-ins and strikes.

Electrics/Audio Apprentices may have the opportunity to act as a lead electrician, A2, and/or serve as run crew on mainstage productions. Assignments also include the opportunity to design lights for a mainstage production later in the season and a portion of our youth productions.

Applicants should have a practical knowledge of electrics and a basic understanding of electricity, along with the ability to read and interpret lighting paperwork. Familiarity with ETC Ion lighting console and Vectorworks is a plus. Experience or interest in sound design and implementation is a plus. This apprenticeship is suitable for those working towards careers as lead electricians and lighting designers.