Washington Pavilion

Stagehands - (Part Time/Seasonal/Call-List)


Pay$17.00 / hour
LocationSioux Falls/South Dakota
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 620751
      • Fun Opportunity for Stagehands to join our call list pool!

        Stagehands (Part Time/Seasonal/Call List)

      • Excellent Pay at $17.00 per hour, seasonal hours for days, evenings and weekends for events and shows + Free Membership! The position will also pay an additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for hours within designated time.
      • Assist in the preparation of performance and support spaces for incoming events. Provide labor support for events from load-in through load-out, and restoration of the spaces to their pre-event state. Truck loading and unloading for events/productions.

      • Stagehands are hired seasonally throughout the year and as needed to grow our call-list pool for shows and productions when the need arises; we may not be hiring when you apply but your application will be reviewed when we are hiring for the call list/pool.

        What you will do!

        A. Space Preparation

        Assist in the preparation and set-up of any required stage equipment and fixtures; rigging of any required soft goods, and flown equipment; hanging and focus of lighting equipment; configuration, and set-up of sound equipment; preparation of any required support spaces.

        B. Event Support

        Assist in the load-in of equipment, and scenery; rigging and setup of equipment, and scenery; execution of lighting and sound requirements. Supply running crew support to include, but not limited to: shift crew; fly line operator; lighting operator; sound operator; follow spot operator; wardrobe; stage management; property crew; special effects crew. Assist in the strike and tear-down of equipment and scenery; load-out of equipment and scenery.

        C. Restoration

        Assist in restoring performance, and support spaces to their pre-event configurations; restoring lights; r eport equipment problem, or failures to the assigned department head.

        What you will need!

        Knowledge of technical theatre practices, and techniques desirable. Willingness to learn techniques and procedures. Ability to work long hours when needed. Must have and maintain a positive attitude, tolerance of diversity, and respect for coworkers, and artists (professional or amateur). *Must be age 18+.

        What we offer you!
      • A fun, engaging culture with Excellent Compensation starting at $17/hour (plus you can receive an additional $1.50/hr for shift differential) along with some benefits/perks for seasonal/PT staff: Free Membership to Washington Pavilion + perks such as tickets/discounts, and a discount at the WP Café on-site, Washington Pavilion apparel, and much more!

      If this is a great fit for you to work in an amazing place filled with creative energy and excitement and you have an interest in joining a call list for Stagehands, Apply with us!

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  • About the company

      The Washington Pavilion is the region’s premier entertainment, cultural and educational facility, located in the historic former Washington High School in downtown Sioux Falls. The Washington Pavilion features the Visual Arts Center, Kirby Science Dis...