Summer Technical Theatre Intern
TECHNICAL THEATRE INTERN- SUMMER 2022
I. POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide excellent technical expertise in the areas of Lighting and Sound for ECCT productions, rentals and special events. To be an active member of the Production Staff, assisting in the areas of special effects, projections, scenic construction and painting as capable.
II. POSITION CHARACTERISTICS:
Recruited by: Executive Director
Salary/Benefits: $3000 for 12 weeks PLUS housing stipend of $300/month
Schedule: May 31, 2022- August 19, 2022
Full time salaried position; schedule will flex between daytime, evening and
weekend hours depending on ECCT production schedule
III. POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Technical Director
Supervises: Community volunteers
Coordinates with: Production Manager, Crew Heads
PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
• Working towards or holding BA/BS in Theatre Arts, Construction Management, Technical Theatre, Scenic/Lighting/Sound Design, Education, or related field
• Knowledge of sound design and implementation
• Knowledge of stage lighting design and implementation
• Strong oral communication skills
• Background in or appreciation of theatre
• Demonstrated ability to work with volunteers
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAMPLE TASKS
• Assist with lighting and sound implementation for 7 ECCT summer shows including THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, BARNUM, SNOW WHITE & THE SEVEN DWARFS, LAW & ORDER: FAIRY TALE UNIT, Disney's THE LION KING JR. and TREASURE ISLAND.
• Prepare projects in advance for community volunteers
• Implement scenic elements for assigned projects as time and talent allows
• Running crew duties based on skills and interests for all shows
• Other duties as assigned
HOW TO APPLY
Submit cover letter and current resume to ECCT by email at info@ecct.org, by mail or in person at 1814 Oxford Ave. Eau Claire WI 54703. Application deadline is April 29, 2022. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Executive Director Wayne Marek at (715) 839-8877.