Jobs in Theater

This position is in charge of creating dance routines that are within the ability of everyone who is in that number. They must read through the script and create routines that help convey the story to the audience.

• Stage Manager

• Producer

• Director

• Choreographer

This person is responsible for operating the sound system during the run of the show. They do mic checks before every performance, run sound checks, and repair/replace any sound equipment that might be broken.

• Lighting Designer

• Sound Technician

• Lighting Technician

• Sound Designer

The people in this position are responsible for making sure everything is set on the stage during scene changes. They also assist in the building and striking of a set.

• Set Designer

• Stage Crew

• Ushers

• Costume Designer

 This position is responsible for creating and writing a show that tells a cohesive story through theater. They also do any and all background research involved in that creative process.

• Playwright

• Producer

• Stage Manager

• Theater Manager

The Creative Team are the ones responsible for the show once it hits its run of performances.

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This person is the right hand of the Stage Manager. Any jobs the Stage Manager cannot do is usually handed over to this person. They record script changes, assist in tech rehearsals, and help run the shows.

• Ushers

• Wardrobe Assistants

• Stage Crew

• Assistant Stage Manager

This position is responsible for the making and upkeep of props during a show, including repairing and replacing props when necessary. 

• Lighting Technician

• Choreographer

• Props Maker

• Set Designer

This person is the one who takes ultimate responsibility for the security of the building, which means they make sure security protocols are followed at all times. They also deal with customer complaints.

• Front of House Manager

• Box Office Manager

• Company Manager

• Theater Manager

The person in this position is in charge of developing, reviewing, and carrying out the theater's business plan, as well as managing the budget and leading the finance and administrative staff members.

• Company Manager

• Theater Manager

• Box Office Manager

• Front of House Manager

 This position greets people as they come through the doors, escort people to their seats, and ensure that audience members are not on their phones during the show.

• Costume Designer

• Director

• Ushers

• Box Office Manager