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Technical and Artistic Openings

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Arts Management Assistants:
The Arts Management Assistants work closely with both the Producing Director and Assistant Producing Director. He or she must have an eye for detail, great communication skills, and the ability to work independently on projects. Responsibilities include front of house management, distributing publicity materials throughout the greater Holland area, working directly with vendors, creating a press book, website maintenance, general office work, and acting as a liaison between company, patrons, & press. A general background in arts management is helpful, but not required.

Arts Management Internships:
The arts management internship is directed towards individuals who are interested in expanding their knowledge of administration and management behind the scenes. This position works closely with other arts management staff members to ensure that projects are done with great attention to detail and in a timely manner. Specific projects will be given by the Producing Director and Assistant Producing Director. College course credits are available in addition to a stipend.

The costume shop is responsible for creating and maintaining a designer’s look for the show. This involves interacting with all members of the production and artistic teams, as well as the acting company. The shop consists of the costume shop manager, designers, stitchers, craftspeople, wardrobers and interns, who work diligently to pull, alter and build as many costumes as necessary for the season. There are many opportunities to expand upon current knowledge and learn from a dedicated creative production team. While experience in costume construction and design is important. There are many opportunities to learn new skills as well as expand on the skills you already possess. HSRT prides itself on creating teams comprised of dedicated individuals who are creative problem solvers and enthusiastic collaborators and leaders.

Costume Shop Manager:
Supervise the costume shop and oversee professional designers to maintain a healthy learning and working environment for the staff. The shop manager works as a mentor to the costume interns, as well as overseeing fittings and maintaining rental and budget work in tandem with designers. High organizational and communication skills are a must to create a schedule for the costume shop staff as well as maintain the shop inventory, and work with designers arriving later in the season. The costume shop manager has the unique opportunity to form close relationships with members of the production staff, artistic staff, as well as the technical and acting company members. Rentals, ordering, budget, scheduling, mentoring, advanced knowledge of period styles, stitching, draping, alterations, fittings, and other costume design related skills are preferred in addition to excellent communication skills and leadership abilities. The fast paced work environment presents great opportunities to work with many different designers, as well as a positive and enthusiastic team of people.

Stitchers:
Stichers build on their knowledge of stitching, draping, alterations, fittings, designing and work along side professional designers. The stitching positions are tailored according to the individual, providing opportunities for both the beginner and the experienced stitcher. Stitchers may gain experience in designing, management, wardrobing and/or crafts work as a part of their experience as well as share their knowledge skills with interns and other designers. This person reports to the Costume Shop Manager.

Costume Craftsperson:
Create jewelry, beading, hats, headpieces, fabric modification, shoes, foam work dyeing, puppetry, fabric painting and many other odds and ends. A costume craftsperson must be self motivated and creative in both the creation and alteration of materials. Works closely with designers to fabricate pieces and create distinctly different looks for each show. This person reports to the Costume Shop Manager.

Costume Internship:
The costume internship is catered to the interests and desires of the individuals, but is created for an individual interested in learning more about the process of both designing and building costumes for a production. The internship gives the opportunity to learn valuable stitching skills as well as work with professional designers to expand your skills as a designer. Costume interns will assist in at least one mainstage show and work closely with at least two professional designers. Interns may also be assigned specific builds and/or design one of our children’s shows depending upon desired and previous experience. While experience in costumes is a plus, a positive attitude and desire to be a member of a dedicated team are most important. College course credits are available in addition to a stipend.

The sound department is responsible for the audio needs of seven productions
staged in four separate venues over the course of the summer. All members
of the sound department will be required to crew one or more shows
during the course of the summer, be present at change overs and must be
comfortable working in a fast paced repertory environment. The ability
to work at some heights and lift fifty or more pounds, while not a requirement,
is preferred.

The HSRT sound department has a heavy emphasis on the use of digital
mixing consoles, computerized playback and sound automation systems,
wireless microphone systems, intercom systems, and computer networks.
Applicants should at least be comfortable working with this level of
sound system. Experience with SFX software is a plus.

Master Sound Technician:
The Master Sound Technician works with Directors, Designers, and other
department heads to implement the sound designs for every production.
The Master Sound Technician is responsible for the direct supervision of
the sound staff. The master sound technician must oversee the
installation of all sound systems, maintain budgets, keep track of all
maintenance needed, and perform light repair work. In addition, the
applicant must be able to mix and operate large scale musical
productions using 16+ channels of wireless microphones, orchestra
microphones, area microphones, computerized playback and automation.
The Master Sound Technician will typically sound design two or more
productions during the season. The ability to safely rig sound systems
is preferred but not a requirement. Good people skills and strong
troubleshooting skills are a must. This position reports to the
Resident Sound Designer and the Assistant Producing Director.

Sound Technician:
The primary duties of the sound technician are operation of shows,
installation of sound equipment at the start of the season and
performing change overs for shows that run in repertory. The ability to
mix musical theatre productions is strongly preferred. Sound design
opportunities are available based on the applicant's experience and the
needs of the current season. This position reports to the Master Sound
Technician.

Sound Design Internship:
The Sound Design internship is geared for those that have an interest in
learning more about the sound design process and the tools used in sound
production for theatre. The sound design intern will closely work with
The resident Sound Designer and possibly guest sound designers, gaining
valuable experience as an Assistant Sound Designer. Sound Design and
musical theatre mixing opportunities are available based on the
applicant's experience, personal goals for the internship and the needs
of the current season. This position reports to the Resident Sound
Designer and the Master Sound Technician. College course credits are
available in addition to a stipend.

HSRT is a professional equity repertory theatre environment. You will be given the opportunity to work and network with equity actors, professional directors and designers. The stage management team is generally made up of six stage managers; the production stage manager, three staff stage managers, and two stage management interns. The stage management team is responsible for running rehearsals, production meetings and performances. Stage management is responsible for the creation of the daily schedule and meets every morning prior to company meeting to prep rehearsal spaces and finalize the daily. As a stage manager, you can expect the typical work day to be longer than most of the company. Prior stage management experience, organization, some knowledge of the equity handbook and the ability to deal with stressful situations are a plus.

Production Stage Manager:
The Production Stage Manager (PSM) is responsible for overseeing the stage management staff and works closely with all department heads.  Responsibilities include managing the stage management budget, leading the morning company meeting, scheduling doctor and dentist appointments, and overseeing technical rehearsals. The PSM will stage manage at least one production and should expect to be on call 24/7 in case of any emergencies. This position reports to the Producing Director and Assistant Producing Director

Stage Managers:
Stage Managers are given the opportunity to gain experience while working with professional directors, designers, and actors.  Stage managers should expect to stage-manage at least one show per season with the possibility of assistant stage-managing on one or more shows. This position reports to the Production Stage Manager. 

Stage Management Interns:
The Stage Management Internship is directed to those who are interested in expanding their knowledge in stage management. Interns will work alongside the stage management staff and will be assigned a children's show to stage manage, as well assistant stage managing for two-three other productions. Interns should expect to be constantly busy with the willingness to help out the other stage managers. This position reports to the Production Stage Manager. College course credits are available in addition to a stipend.