Stage Crew; Meadows Campus

Description

The Meadows Campus production team is responsible for the production implementation of all concerts, rehearsals, and events occurring on the Aspen Music Festival & School’s (AMFS) Meadows Campus. These facilities include the 2,050-seat Klein Music Tent and the 500-seat Harris Concert Hall. AMFS produces an 8-week festival presenting world‑class artists in classical music, opera, theatre, and more with multiple events happening every day.

Stage Crew work under the supervision of the Production Manager and Assistant Production Managers and collaborate with a team of stage managers, electricians, and audio engineers. There are multiple positions available in this role.

• Implement stage sets and changeovers, hang and cable lighting instruments, load trucks, assist opera run crew, and maintain the venue’s concert equipment (chairs/stands/risers, etc…)
• Provide stage management for small concerts or master classes.
• Prep venues for the first performances and winterize them at the end of the summer.
• Assist the facilities team with minor maintenance requests.
• Work collaboratively with world‑renowned artists, faculty, students, orchestra managers, librarians, house managers, audio engineers, and fellow production staff to ensure excellence for performers and audience members.

• Prior production experience in the performing arts, stage work, electrics, rigging, audio, properties or carpentry
• Prior classical music concert production experience is preferred but not required.
• The ideal candidate will be strong, proactive, intuitive, respectful, and energetic.
• A team‑orientation, possessing the ability to complete a rigorous work list with excellent endurance and a positive attitude under pressure.
• Candidates must prioritize well, complete multiple tasks efficiently, and be comfortable with a variably paced schedule.
• An understanding of the basics of working safely at great heights.
• Candidates must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and materials or, of greater weight in tandem with additional crew member assistance.

June 15, 2026-August 28, 2026

$15.16/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $5.16/hour depending on location.) Overtime $22.74/hour

Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.

Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and one-page resume with references where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please.

Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 9 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February
9. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.

The AMFS is dedicated to fostering a welcoming community where every individual, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and respected. We believe that an accessible environment enriches our work, encourages innovation, and drives excellence. We are committed to continuously advancing these efforts, regularly assessing and improving our policies and practices—and remain focused on creating lasting change both within our organization and the broader classical music industry.

The AMFS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on age, race, sex, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.