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Summer Backstage Crews

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
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Assistant Master Electricians
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As a Browning Fellow, this position is expected to be a leader on the Electrics Crew, increasing the efficiency of changeovers, and helping less-experienced team members to learn. In addition to working on the Electrics Crew, this position works directly with the IATSE Master Electrician and one of our two season Lighting Designers, learning the board and how to maintain stock during a repertory season. Scheduled as members of the Electrics Crew for rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.

$15.50/hour



Assistant Deck Electricians
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As an Emerson Candidate, this position is also expected to be a leader on the Electrics Crew, increasing the safety and efficiency of changeovers, and helping less-experienced team members to learn. In addition to working on the Electrics Crew, this position works directly with the IATSE Deck Electrician building and maintaining practicals, and assisting scene shifts for units with electrical components. Scheduled as members of the Electrics Crew for rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.

$15.25/hour



Electrics Crew
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
Complete changeovers (e.g. regularly re-hang and re-focus four light plots), run follow spots for rehearsals and performances. Must have experience with lighting equipment, standard focus procedures, and a basic knowledge of both electricity and wiring. Must be comfortable working at heights and able to maintain a positive attitude while working on a deadline.

$15.00/hour



Orchestra Assistant
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As a Browning Fellow, this position is expected to be a leader on the Orchestra Crew, increasing the safety and efficiency of changeovers. This position works directly with the IATSE Orchestra Operations Manager and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Players. Scheduled as a member of Orchestra Crew for rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.

$15.25 per hour



Orchestra Crew
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As an Emerson Candidate, complete changeovers in the orchestra pit regularly lifting music stands, stacks of chairs and heavy instruments, transfer orchestra materials and instruments from rehearsal halls to theatre and back again as needed. Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds and able to maintain a positive attitude while working on a deadline. Familiarity with hand tools and experience working with musicians a plus.

$15.00 per hour



Props Assistant
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As an Emerson Candidate, this position is expected to be a leader on the Props Crew, increasing the safety and efficiency of changeovers. In addition to working on the Props Crew, this position works directly with the IATSE Props Supervisors and the OTSL Props Manager generating tracking and run crew paperwork. Scheduled as members of Props Crew for rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.

$15.25 per hour



Props Crew
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
Complete changeovers and perform props run crew duties for each opera in repertory. Occasionally crew members are costumed for onstage moves during the show. Must be familiar with hand tools and able to maintain a positive attitude while working on a deadline; experience with props maintenance a plus.

$15 per hour



Rigging Interns
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As an Emerson Candidate, this position is expected to be a leader on the Deck Crew, increasing the safety and efficiency of changeovers. In addition to working on the Deck Crew, this position works directly with the IATSE Stage Carpenters and the OTSL Technical Director ensuring all flown scenery elements are safe. Scheduled as members of Stage Crew for rehearsals, performances, and changeovers.

$15.25 per hour



Deck Crew
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
Complete changeovers and perform scenic run crew duties for each opera in repertory, additional hours in the shop may become available to work with the IATSE Carpenters on the set for show four. Occasionally Deck Crew members are costumed for onstage moves during the show. Must have experience in standard backstage and shop skills; additional skills will be trained on the job. Must be familiar with hand tools, able to move heavy scenery, able to maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations.

$15 per hour



Wardrobe Intern
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
Complete changeovers and perform wardrobe run crew duties for each opera in the repertory, maintain costumes, assist singers with costume changes. Must be familiar with costume maintenance (laundering and basic stitching), able to maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations; experience with costume construction a plus.

$15.25/hour



Wardrobe Crew
Dates of Employment
05/01/2023 – 07/02/2023
As an Emerson Candidate, this position is expected to be a leader on the Wardrobe Crew. This position works directly with the Wardrobe Managers to learn how to manage quick changes, costume maintenance and costume changeovers. Member of Wardrobe Crew.

$15.00 per hour