Scenery Technician

SCENERY TECHNICIAN – Gulfshore Playhouse

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS SCENERY TECHNICIAN

Gulfshore Playhouse, a mission-driven, professional theatre company located in Naples, Florida, is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as Scenery Technician
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Gulfshore Playhouse offers a diverse season of straight plays and musical productions ranging from venerated classics and Broadway hits to contemporary works and world premieres. Gulfshore Playhouse is passionately committed to producing high-quality, professional theatre which exceeds the expectations of cultured residents and visitors of Naples, FL, many of whom are regular theatre patrons in New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

Gulfshore Playhouse will be opening the Baker Theatre and Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a 350-seat mainstage with a Broadway-sized stage, a 125-seat flexible space, rehearsal studios, classrooms, and rental space in October of 2024. In 2022, Gulfshore Playhouse became nationally recognized as the 77th member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). This is an extraordinarily exciting time for the Gulfshore Playhouse, which is experiencing unprecedented growth in a collaborative and creative community.

Status
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Full Time Annual, Hourly Position
Start Dates
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September 2025

The Scenery Technician will assist Technical Director, Assistant Technical Director, and Scene Shop Supervisor in the build, load-in, strike, and general upkeep of each production. The Scenery Technician will also work as run crew on assigned shows and assist other departments when needed.

The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Gulfshore Playhouse values hard work, kindness, generosity, passion, and grace‑under‑pressure. The employee will be expected to work extended hours on occasion when necessary to meet goals.

Some weekend and evening hours are required, including attendance at performances, special events, and/or meetings that may happen outside normal hours.

• Use of hand and power tools
• Knowledge of wood construction, fabrication techniques and scenic engineering
• Understanding of how to interpret construction drawings. Basic CAD / Vectorworks skills preferred
• Ability to read, build and/or execute a cut list
• Creative problem-solving
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to manage time and productivity effectively
• Ability to multitask and achieve tight deadlines

• Assist Technical Director, Assistant Technical Director, and Scene Shop Supervisor in the build, load-in, strike, and general upkeep of each production
• Construct scenery as assigned
• Maintain excellent communication with the Scene Shop Supervisor about the status of daily tasks
• Follow through with completion of daily notes as assigned by Technical Direction team or Scene Shop Supervisor
• Serve as show crew for assigned productions reporting to the Stage Supervisor
• Assist in other departments, including but not limited to lighting, sound, paints, props, and costumes
• Read script prior to beginning of work on production
• Read all reports and act on any notes given
• Adhere to all safety protocols at all times
• Provide support for special events
• Any other duties as assigned

• One to two years experience in the field (including at the college level)
• Classwork or experience in carpentry or welding
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
• Ability to climb ladders, mobile lifts, catwalks and work at heights
• Ability to work overhead with heavy equipment
• Ability to work in tight, enclosed spaces including ones in the air
• Ability to work in dark spaces
• Ability to stand for long periods of time depending on assignment
• Ability to work in and with proper personal protective equipment
• Experience in lighting, paints, or props a plus but not required
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools
• Salary range
  : $19 – $20/ hr DOE Overtime after 40 hours
• Benefits
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  Gulfshore Playhouse offers benefits that increase along with tenure, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation and sick leave.

Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.

You play a vital role. By supporting Gulfshore Playhouse, you are transforming a region and transforming lives.