SEASONAL SM PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS SM PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Gulfshore Playhouse, a mission-driven, professional theatre company located in Naples, Florida, is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as SM Production Assistant.

Gulfshore Playhouse offers a diverse season of straight plays and musicals ranging from venerated classics and Broadway hits to contemporary works and world premieres. Gulfshore Playhouse is passionately committed to producing high-quality, professional theatre which exceeds the expectations of the cultured residents and visitors of Naples, FL, many of whom are regular theatre patrons in New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

The Gulfshore Playhouse will be opening the Baker Theatre and Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a 350-seat mainstage with a Broadway-sized stage, a 125-seat flexible space, rehearsal studios, classrooms, and rental space in October of 2024.  In 2022, Gulfshore Playhouse became nationally recognized as the 77th member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). This is an extraordinarily exciting time for the  Gulfshore Playhouse, which is experiencing unprecedented growth in a collaborative and creative community.

Status: Full Time Seasonal, Hourly Position
Contract Dates: Seasonal position from September 3, 2024 to May 18, 2025

The SM Production Assistant will work closely with an Equity Stage Manager as well as Production Management, and assist in rehearsals and the run of each assigned production. The SMPA will create and maintain rehearsal paperwork such as run sheets, props tracking, lines notes, and quick change tracking. In addition, the SMPA will be responsible for maintaining the backstage organization and cleanliness during the run of the show and assisting Production Management outside of shows. The SMPA will also provide support in other departments as needed.

The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and ability to work as a part of the team. Gulfshore Playhouse values hard work, kindness, generosity, passion, and grace-under-pressure. Employee will be expected to work extended hours on occasion when necessary to meet goals. Some weekend and evening hours are required including attendance at performances, special events, and/or meetings that may happen outside normal hours.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Google Drive suite
• Knowledge of Stage Management paperwork and ability to create paperwork
• Ability to effectively take and deliver line notes to actors
• Ability to track script changes and update all relevant parties
• Proficiency working as backstage crew
• Strong organizational skills in the rehearsal room and backstage
• Proficiency in technical programs such as QLab preferred but not required

• Creative problem-solving
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to manage time and productivity effectively
• Ability to multitask and achieve tight deadlines

Duties:

• Serve as the backstage liaison for the Production Stage Manager. Will serve as run crew, and must be willing and prepared to be choreographed into scenic transitions as needed based on the specific needs of each production.
• Assist Equity Stage Manager in rehearsals and throughout the performance run of assigned productions
• Work closely with Equity actors in rehearsal and backstage
• Create and maintain stage management paperwork, including run sheets, props tracking, lines notes, and quick change tracking
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the backstage area throughout the run of the show 
• Assist in the lighting/sound hang and focus for assigned shows.
• Read script for show prior to SM prep week
• Assist in the creation of both rehearsal and performance reports
• Read all reports and act on any notes given
• Assist in other departments, including but not limited to the scenic, paints, props, and/or costume shops
• Provide support for special events
• Any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Production Manager

Qualifications:

• One to two years experience in the field (including at the college level)
• Classwork or experience in stage management
• Experience working with Equity actors and/or in lighting, carpentry, paints, or props a plus but not required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Ability to climb, ladders, mobile lifts, catwalks and work at heights
• Ability to work overhead with heavy equipment
• Ability to work in tight, enclosed spaces including ones in the air
• Ability to work in dark spaces
• Ability to stand for long periods of time depending on assignment
• Ability to work in and with proper personal protective equipment
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools

Our Charter:  https://www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org/charter/

Contract Dates: September 3, 2024 to May 18, 2025

Compensation: $19/hr   Overtime after 40 hrs

Benefits: 

• 10 days of PTO for vacation or sick leave.
•  Affordable housing with furnished private bedroom and shared living space for $850 (shared bath)-$950 (private bath) per month deducted from salary. Utilities, internet and cable included with washer and dryer in the apartment. Apartment complex has a pool and fitness center on site.

Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. 

Please send a cover letter, resume, and references attached as one pdf to jobs@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.