Stage Crew

Classification: Part-time, nonexempt, seasonal over hire
Department: Stage Operations
Reports to: Stage Supervisor
Work schedule: Tuesday – Sunday. Typically, a 6-day performance schedule per production, this will change during off show periods, load in, and tech periods.
Compensation: $24 per hour
Posting date: May 2022

Position summary

The Tony Award-winning Berkeley Repertory Theatre (LORT B) seeks seasonal, as needed, stage crew to join our team for the 2021-2022 season. Under the direction of the stage supervisor, the stage crew is responsible for running scenery and properties show tracks competently and responsibly, leading to successful, safe, and smooth running technical rehearsals and shows.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Under the direction of the stage supervisor:

• Participate as run crew for scenery and properties as assigned. Duties include moving quickly and quietly to carry, push, lift, and pull scenery or prop objects on and off stage areas in a dark environment.
• Attend a run through, as scheduled by the stage supervisor, to gain a full understanding of production flow.
• Assist in daily clean up and preparation of stage areas and backstage areas.
• Participate in the maintenance and repair of scenery and props.
• Appear onstage in costume when needed.
• Assist in post-show clean up and the disassembly of stage and backstage areas.
• Participate in workshops and trainings as required such as: fly system, fall arrest, harassment prevention, bystander intervention, anti-bias, and EDI.
• Work closely and collaboratively with other departments, most frequently with the scene shop, prop shop, stage management, wardrobe, sound, and electrics teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• Fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.
• Comfortable working at heights and in cramped spaces.
• Ability to safely move heavy items up to 50lbs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and execute them accurately.
• Ability to perform complex technical scene shifts under stress and pressing time deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules, scene shift plans, and locations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and maintain a positive and productive atmosphere in a group environment.
• Ability to work all shifts, primarily nights, weekends and daytime technical rehearsals and understudy rehearsals.
• Ability to move quickly, often while carrying scenery or props.
• A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Backstage crew experience is desirable.
• Experience working in a fly house is desirable.
• Knowledge of tools and hardware is desirable.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a diverse, congenial, casual environment conducive to professional growth. Berkeley Rep offers employee benefits including 403(b) plans, professional development support, and sick leave.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “Stage Crew” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to .

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls or faxes. Only complete submissions will be considered.