STAGE SUPERVISOR

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS STAGE SUPERVISOR

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

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.

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, year-round position, Overtime Exempt

The Stage Supervisor will work closely with Stage Management and the Scenic Department to create and maintain both the onstage and backstage scenic movements. They will be the lead of the run crew of each production. They will organize and choreograph all moving scenery and fly rail movements. Additionally, they will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the set and technical equipment of each production. The Stage Supervisor will oversee the use of, and maintain all rigging systems.  They will also provide any necessary training to seasonal staff as well as create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work as 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 scheduled hours. 

Skills:

• Proficiency in both hand and power tools
• Proficiency in stage carpentry
• Proficiency in stage rigging and systems
• Basic knowledge of automation systems
• Knowledge in lighting and sound equipment
• Basic knowledge of scenic paints and decoration
• Proficiency in Google Suite
• Proficiency in drafting software (Vectorworks or AutoCAD preferred) 
• 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:

• Supervise and train Stagehands on safe and appropriate operation of all scenic moves during rehearsals and performances.
• Supervise and train Stagehands in proper rigging, carpentry, and stage operation techniques. 
• Foster and lead crews to working in a safe, respectful and collaborative environment. 
• Complete all assigned scenic moves in a safe, accurate, and timely manner during rehearsals and performances. 
• Attend and participate in all rehearsals, notes, crew calls, and performances as assigned.  
• Assist in coordinating the shifting and storing all scenic and properties elements.  
• With Stagehands, maintain the physical quality and safe operation of all scenic elements for each production. 
• Complete daily/weekly inspections of all rigging and motorized scenic elements. 
• Maintain a stock and inventory of hardware, tools, cleaning supplies, and rigging supplies for theatre space.
• Run all backstage crew besides wardrobe crew
  • Choreograph scenic shifts 
  • Assist SMPA in props tracking and set up
• Create and maintain any backstage track paperwork
• Perform pre and post show checks of the scenery, props and perform any necessary repairs
• Communicate with Stage Management about any needs of backstage crew
• Assist in load in, lighting hang/focus, and strikes.
• Oversee operations of the stage rigging system
• Maintain stage areas and stage rigging systems
• Assist in build and construction of scenery when available.
• Read all reports and act on any notes
• Provide assistance in other departments as needed.
• Adhere to all safety protocols at all times
• Provide support for special events
• Any other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in the field
• Work experience with professional theatre and fly systems
• 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/

Salary range: $800-$960/wk DOE  Overtime Exempt

Benefits: Gulfshore Playhouse offers benefits that increase along with tenure, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation and sick leave. 

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.