Stagehand - Theatre for Young Audiences
Stagehand - Theatre for Young Audiences
Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Denver, CO
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Company Overview
The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.
Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”
Culture Statement
For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.
We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.
About Education
Since our inception in 1979, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts has helped nearly 3 million students through a variety of educational programs. We believe in the power of theatre to build better communities.
About Elephant & Piggie
Elephant & Piggie is a fun show based on Mo Willems’ award winning children books. This show with beloved characters and lively songs is the perfect way to introduce young people to the magic of theatre! This is performed as a part of our Theatre for Young Audience program put on for students pre-K through 3 rd grade but welcomes all ages.
Work Conditions
DCPA Off-Center will present Elephant & Piggie in our Newman building at 1101 13 th Street in the Weeks Theatre running from October 8 th – December 22 nd . All work covered under IATSE Contract.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe team of stagehands (lights (1), sound (2), deck (2) will run the show backstage and in the booth, maintaining all aspects of the show
- Maintain regular communication with Supervising Stagehand and Stage Manager
- Daily checks of space, depending on role.
- Use of QLAB, Lightboard, or automation
- Resolve any technical issues where possible.
- Call for extra support as needed
- Clean the space daily
- Other duties as assigned.
- Professionalism, poise under pressure, and a positive attitude towards the organization and co-workers. Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Basic carpentry and maintenance skills preferred
- Ability to adhere to compliance and security and safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team - self-motivated and able to manage their own workload.
- Previous experience with DCPA and Off-Center is preferred.
- Pre-existing knowledge of QLAB
No
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; use ladders or work from heights; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
Direct Reports
No
Compensation
$23.34 per hour an between 36-40 hours per week. Temporary role between October 8 th – December 22 nd .
In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.
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