Stage Lighting Technician, FROZEN

ActUp Theater is hiring a Stage Lighting Technician to play a central role in and support the work of ActUp Theater’s 2026 production, FROZEN. The Stage Lighting Technician will be responsible for the setup, maintenance, and teardown of all visual equipment, including microphones, speakers, cables, video cameras, etc. This role will also involve managing and controlling lighting for live productions. Key duties include collaborating closely with the Director and Set Designer to ensure seamless integration of lighting elements, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

Responsibilities

• 1-2 years of Stage Lighting Technician experience
• Strong portfolio of previous work
• Good knowledge of lighting principles and techniques
• Detailed knowledge of theater production engineering principles
• The ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to execute exemplary lighting quality for the production
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize a demanding schedule and a diverse portfolio of responsibilities
• Ability to coordinate with the set designer and director for optimal viewing needs
• Ability to delegate tasks, develop time schedules, and order required materials for overall set engineering
• Excellent analytical, organization, problem solving, and communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills as well as a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with students, faculty members, parents, and administrators
• Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of participants from diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in creative arts
• Self-starter able to take initiative
• Strategic mindset, always able to keep in mind the overall goals of organization
• Passion for the arts
• Ability to work in a high paced environment

Show Dates: December 10th - 13th, 2026

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $500.00 per year

Work Location: In person