ABOUT
Employment Opportunities
The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre is one of Missouri’s oldest professional regional theatres (AEA- LOA-LORT D). In 1961, in an old Baptist church, the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre began entertaining audiences. Now, over a half a century later, The Lyceum continues to entertain audiences in a beautiful, historic setting. Located in the unique Village of Arrow Rock, Missouri, The Lyceum is now housed in a beautiful, intimate 416 seat theatre where Lyceum audiences truly are a part of the action. Each year, more than 33,000 patrons enjoy Broadway-caliber productions created by professional theatre artists carefully chosen from around the country.
Job Opportunities
Several exciting positions are available within our fast-paced production departments. If interested, please send resumes and either a digital portfolio or link to one to ryanz@lyceumtheatre.org. Please include at least three references.
Assistant Technical Director
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 9 through Sept 29, with flexible beginning and ending contract dates, based on availability.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $600/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Assistant Technical Director will work with the Technical Director to execute scenic designs.
- Oversee all work in the shop and manage shop space and use.
- Work with the TD to create technical drawings, as needed, but will primarily be housed within the shop environment.
- Maintaining current production.
- This is a hands-on construction/management position.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The ATD should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in scenic construction techniques, rigging, basic tool maintenance, and time and crew management within a fast-paced professional setting.
- A strong history of proven experience is a must.
- CAD Proficiency. Vectorworks preferred, but AutoCAD is acceptable.
- Ability to lift minimum 75 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience with hemp rigging systems.
- Proficient at welding (MIG).
- A valid driver’s license.
- Comfort with 3d CAD.
Charge Artist
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Charge Artist contract runs from May 16-Aug 18.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $550/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Charge Artist will work with the Scenic Designer/Technical Director to implement all painting as design demands.
- Touch up maintenance for shows that are running.
- Maintain a high standard of quality in a quick paced shop.
- Aid Props Master with difficult faux finishes.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Charge Artist should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in scenic paint techniques, foam carving and color mixing.
- A history of experience is a must.
- Ability work from digital paint elevations.
- Ability to collaborate with shop to negotiate space and time concerns.
- Ability to plan and schedule work and anticipate paint supply needs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience with colorant based paint mixing system.
- Previous experience painting drops.
Lead Carpenter
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 9 through Sept 29, with flexible start and ending contract dates, based on availability.
- Housing is provided for all staff.
- Pay range begins at $550/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Lead Carpenter will work with the Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director to execute scenic designs.
- Oversee carpenters and be able to offer guidance when necessary.
- Be able to fill in for ATD, when necessary to manage shop operation.
- Set a standard of quality in a quick paced shop.
- Maintaining current production.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Lead Carpenter should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in scenic construction techniques, rigging, and basic tool maintenance within a fast-paced professional setting.
- A strong history of proven experience is a must.
- Ability to lift minimum 75 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
- Ability to tolerate pun-based humor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience with hemp rigging systems.
- Proficient at welding (MIG).
Carpenters
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 9 through Sept 29, with flexible start and ending contract dates, based on availability. (college students are encouraged to apply)
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $500/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Carpenter will work with the Assistant Technical Director and Master Carpenter to execute scenic designs.
- Depending on demands of show, Carpenters may be assigned as run crew for shows. Carpenters will then be given leave from shop to make up for their crew responsibilities.
- Maintain a high standard of quality in a quick paced shop.
- Maintaining current production.
- Aid Props Master with moving and constructing props as is needed.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Carpenter should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in scenic construction techniques, rigging, and basic tool maintenance within a fast-paced professional setting.
- A history of experience is a must.
- Ability to lift minimum 50 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:
- Previous experience with hemp rigging systems.
Props Coordinator
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 16 through Sept 29, with flexible start and ending contract dates, based on availability.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $600/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Props Coordinator will work with the Scenic Designer/Technical Director, Production Directors and Stage management to pull, create and shop all prop demands.
- Maintain props for running shows.
- Respond to daily rehearsal and production reports and quickly act on all needs for both rehearsing and performing shows.
- Maintain a high standard of quality in a quick paced environment.
- Work with Scenic Designer to provide and install scenic dressing as needed.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Props Coordinator should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in theatrical prop construction, finishing and management techniques.
- A strong history of proven experience is a must.
- Strong collaboration skills and an ability to balance the needs of multiple people.
- Ability to collaborate with shop to negotiate space and time concerns.
- Ability to maintain and manage budget.
- Have a valid drivers license.
- Online shopping expertise.
- A diversity of skillsets applicable to creating custom props that are well constructed durable enough for a production
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
Production Electrician (formerly Master Electrician)
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 14 through Oct. 8.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $650/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Production Electrician is responsible for implementation of lighting design.
- The PE will make their own orders, keep a budget and file receipts as required by administration.
- The PE will run the light board for all shows.
- The PE will coordinate with other staff as is needed to negotiate space and time as is needed.
- The PE will report progress and issues to the Director of Production.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The PE will be an organized self-sufficient person with a strong knowledge of stage lighting, maintenance, and execution of various elements within a lighting design.
- Previous experience is a must.
- Familiarity with DMX, intelligent fixtures, LED tape light, encoders, and other typical data system elements.
- Familiarity with ETC EOS software and ETC Element console.
- Ability to work on ladders and personal lifts safely.
- Familiarity with spreadsheets for budgeting.
- Ability to lift minimum 35 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
Costume Shop Supervisor
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 14 through Sept 29, with flexible ending contract dates, based on availability.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $650/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Costume Shop Supervisor will work with the Costume Designer, Stitchers and Wardrobe personnel to execute costume designs in a timely manner.
- The Costume Shop Supervisor will maintain a budget and file receipts with administration.
- Overseeing cleaning and returning of stock and rental costumes in a timely manner
- This is a hands-on Costume Shop Supervisor position that will include construction as well as administrative duties.
- Coordinate fitting schedule with stage management.
- Report on progress and any issues to Director of Production.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Costume Shop Supervisor should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in costume construction techniques, patterning/draping, costume crafts, and basic tool maintenance within a fast-paced professional setting.
- Previous experience is a must.
- Familiarity with spreadsheets for budgeting.
- Ability to lift minimum 35 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with wig maintenance.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
Stitchers
GENERAL INFORMATION:
- The Summer season runs from May 14 through Sept 29, with flexible ending contract dates, based on availability.
- Housing is provided for all staff. Also included are free laundry facilities, internet, cable TV and Kitchen area.
- Pay range begins at $500/week, BOE.
- Arrow Rock Lyceum is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness in hiring and all daily operations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Stitcher will work with the Costume Designer and Shop Supervisor to execute costume designs.
- Depending on demands of show, Stitchers may be assigned as wardrobe crew for shows.
- Maintaining, fixing and laundering current production.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- The Stitcher should be an organized self-starter who has a strong background in costume construction techniques, costume crafts, and basic tool maintenance within a fast-paced professional setting.
- Previous experience is a must.
- Ability to lift minimum 35 lbs.
- Dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, productive and positive shop environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with wig maintenance.
- Have a valid driver’s license.