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Electrics / Sound Intern opening

“Florida Rep is committed to providing a first-class regional theatre for Southwest Florida; to creating, nurturing, and developing an ensemble of theatre professionals who will develop long-term relationships working on a wide variety of plays; to helping improve the quality of life in our community through all the arts; and to making the arts, especially theatre, accessible to all.”

Florida Repertory Theatre is seeking an additional Electrics / Sound Intern to join the production team for our 21st season. The upcoming season will include 5 Mainstage productions, 3 Educational Tours and 4 productions in our studio theatre. Shows are performed on two stages in the historic Arcade Theatre building, one of the oldest buildings in Fort Myers. The Electrics / Sound Intern will report to the Master Electrician and works with other technical departments as necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

1.  Will aid the Master Electrician and Sound Designer in the execution of designs.
2.  Assist with the installation, hang, focus, maintenance, and strike of lighting and sound equipment for all productions.
3.  Work as a Light and/or Sound Board Operator for any production that you are assigned.
4.  Participate in load-in and strike for all shows.
5.  Help to maintain, organize, and repair lighting and sound equipment.
6.  Assist other departments as necessary to execute the technical elements of shows.
7.  Actively seek out exposure to the techniques and decisions made by Department Heads to achieve production goals.
8. Help to maintain clean and organized workspaces.
9.  Help to establish and maintain good relationships with local shops and vendors
10.  Complete assignments, projects, and paperwork in a timely manner.
11. 11) Maintain a professional demeanor in appearance, communication, and attitude.
12. Perform other related duties and assignments as necessary.

Contract runs from as soon as possible thru May 20, 2019. Compensation includes a paid weekly stipend of $175 and company provided housing. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Eli Carnahan, Master Electrician at ECarnahan@floridarep.org.