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Mainstage Center for the Arts is accepting job applications for our 35th Summer Stage season! These positions are for our MT Kidz (ages 5 – 7), Apprentice (ages 8 – 10), and Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17) summer camp programs. There is the opportunity for 3 weeks, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, and 7 weeks employment. All programs held at Camden County College, Blackwood NJ. Applicants must be 17 years or older to be considered for employment.
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Please note pay fluctuates due to the length each session.
Director
Will be responsible for the overall vision for the show. This includes casting the show (with input and suggestions from their creative team), arranging the rehearsal schedule, delegating responsibilities within the show (who is responsible for creating material/choreography/teaching). This is also inclusive of coordinating with the scenic and costume designers to align their visions with one another as well as having a strong communication with the music director to ensure that material is being taught to both principal characters and the ensemble of their show.
Director positions are open for the following shows:
Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17)
Apprentice (ages 8 – 10)
MT Kidz (5 – 7)
Assistant Director
Will be responsible for working alongside the director from the audition process through to the production of their show. The assistant director will give input into the casting process and assist in helping the director’s artistic vision come to fruition. They will be responsible for creating and teaching any material the director assigns.
Assistant Director positions are open for the following shows:
Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17)
Apprentice (ages 8 – 10)
MT Kidz (5 – 7)
Choreographer
Will be responsible for creating and teaching the choreography in the production as well as working alongside the creative team to put together the show. The choreographer will give input into the casting process and assist in helping the director’s artistic vision come to fruition. They will be responsible for the material/choreography assigned to them by the director.
Choreographer positions are open for the following shows:
Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17)
Apprentice (ages 8 – 10)
Intern
Will be responsible for assisting and working alongside the artistic staff of the show. Their responsibilities (ultimately to be determined by the director) can include assisting in creating material for the show (blocking, choreography, design elements), assisting in and teaching material to the cast, rehearsing material with small groups of cast members, helping to watch and care for students during the day – including sitting with and monitoring students while they are in rehearsal with the music director or during portions of their lunch break and free time, as well as working alongside the staff to create and build properties. are required to be present for auditions, callbacks, the show’s three performances and during the performance, may be asked to assist backstage, or assist in running a technical element of the show as well as being present for striking the show when needed
Intern positions are open for the following shows:
Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17)
Apprentice (ages 8 – 10)
MT Kidz (5 – 7)
Music Director
Will be responsible for teaching the music for either the Children’s Theatre and Apprentice productions or the MT Kidz sessions. This will include working with both principal characters and the ensembles of each show. The available positions are a full summer commitment starting on June 20 and ending on August 4.
Music Director for both Children’s Theatre (ages 11 – 17) & Apprentice (ages 8 – 10)
Music Director for MT Kidz (ages 5 – 7)
Technical Staff
While hours can be flexible, you will be expected to put in 25-32 hours per week and at least 12 of those hours are expected to be during the 9am – 3 pm camp hours. Specific schedule can be discussed with Technical Director, Camp Director and Associate Artistic Director.
Technical Director – $3,000
Will be responsible for overseeing the scheduling, construction and overall operation of the sets for all Summer Stage productions. This includes delegating tasks to the other technical staff and overseeing the progress of all builds. The technical director is expected to be onsite during the camp day and should have strong communication with the various productions’ directors in order to ensure that everyone is up to date on the progress of set construction.
Scenic Designer – $1,800
Will be responsible for the design elements of each production done within the Summer Stage season. In this year’s (2023) iteration of Summer Stage, this includes one unit set with safe and visually appealing levels. In addition to the main build, design elements will be needed for the following productions: Aristocats Kids, Finding Nemo Jr, The 35th Anniversary Show, Annie Kids and Anastasia Youth Edition. Design elements for individual shows may include facings, small additional set pieces, drops, repainting, etc.
Master Carpenter – $1,400
Will be responsible for constructing and building the sets for the Summer Stage season. They are expected to follow the instruction and guidance of the technical director and their responsibilities may include building, creating, and painting. Members of the scenic construction team are expected to be responsible with power tools, maintaining a professional and safe working environment. As Master Carpenter they may be asked to oversee other members of the construction team and/or work with the intern(s) as a guide.
Scenic Construction – $1,200
Will be responsible for constructing and building the sets for the Summer Stage season. They are expected to follow the instruction and guidance of the technical director and their responsibilities may include building, creating, and painting. Members of the scenic construction team are expected to be responsible with power tools, maintaining a professional and safe working environment.
Scenic Painter – $1,200
Will be responsible for constructing and building the sets for the Summer Stage season, but it is preferable that this member of the team has a strong skill set for scenic painting. It would be preferred that they take the lead when it comes to the painting elements of the builds, though they will also be responsible for building and creating of pieces and should be responsible with power tools, maintaining a professional and safe working environment.
Scenic Intern
Will work alongside the scenic team and would be expected to work in all areas: building, painting, etc. They will take direction from Technical Director and Master Carpenter.
Lighting Designer & Master Electrician – $2,000
Will be responsible for creating the looks and programming the lighting cues for the shows within the Summer Stage season. The designer is expected to work with the director of each show to gain an understanding of the show’s look and feel and to learn the general staging of the show so that the lighting in each production enhances the overall look of the piece.
Lighting Intern
Will be responsible for running the light board during the technical rehearsals and performances of the show. Given the nature of the short rehearsal period, it may be preferable for a member of the show’s creative team to call the lighting cues, but the light board op should have a strong enough knowledge of the show to feel confident in the look and feel of the piece.
Costume Staff
Learn what it means to be responsible for designing/creating the costumes for a production and making sure they match the time period/style.
Costume Director – $2,100
Will be responsible for overseeing the scheduling, construction and overall operation of the costumes for the Summer Stage productions. This includes delegating tasks to the other wardrobe staff and overseeing the progress of any builds. The costume designer is expected to meet with the creative teams of each show to discuss overall vision, look and feel of the show. Once a show is cast, the costume designer and their team are responsible for measurements and fittings of the cast. The wardrobe team will have access to the costume inventory and will be responsible for traveling to obtain pieces for various shows. The costuming department is not responsible for campers during the day, unless they are being fitted for an upcoming show. While the costume staff is expected to be onsite for try-ons, fittings and technical rehearsals/performances, the staff are not required to be onsite at all times. The designer and their team are responsible for striking costumes, including laundering and restoring pieces to return to storage.
Assistant Costume Designer – $1,400
Will be responsible for assisting the needs of the Costume Designer and, as delegated by the designer, is responsible for building, creating, altering and assembling costumes. Once a show is cast, they are responsible for measurements and fittings for the cast members. The wardrobe team will have access to the costume inventory and will be responsible for traveling to obtain pieces for various shows. The costuming department is not responsible for campers during the day, unless they are being fitted for an upcoming show. While the costume staff is expected to be onsite for try-ons, fittings and technical rehearsals/performances, the staff are not required to be onsite at all times. The designer and their team are responsible for striking costumes, including laundering and restoring pieces to return to storage.
Costume Intern
Will be responsible for assisting the costume staff with the building and creation of the various costume pieces needed within the production they are currently costuming.
Administrative Support
We’re looking for a camp nurse along with all admin support to assist with the day to day operations.
Camp Nurse – $3,000
Will be responsibly for reviewing all medical forms and seek out any missing forms/information. Contact parents who express specific needs or concerns on their forms. Make the staff aware of any specific medical issues that could impact a camper. Attend to any special medical needs as required for the health and safety of the children. (Glucose monitoring, special timed snacks etc.) Attend general medical and first aid related issues. (Handing out band aids, contacting parents to pick up sick children, etc)
Production Desk Supervisor – $2,000
Will be responsible for maintaining updated registration information, creating weekly attendance forms, contacting families of children not in attendance, answering all Summer Stage phone calls, responding to all emails that come in a timely manner, and handling any additional administrative needs that come up as camp progresses.
Stage Key Supervisor – $600
Will be responsible for signing campers in and out of program. Responsible for arranging schedule of Stage Key employees. This position will be split by two people.
Conservatory Supervisor – $400
Will be the primary staff person who will maintain attendance and supervision of the Conservatory program, will introduce the workshop speakers and coordinate post-workshop discussions. This position is only available for the first session of Children’s Theatre.
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Mainstage Center for the Arts does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to, treatment of or employment in, its services, programs or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in Mainstage services, programs, and activities. Mainstage Center for The Arts has a designated coordinator to facilitate compliance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as required by Section 35.107 of the US Department of Justice regulations, and to coordinate compliance with Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. While the above laws mandate equal access to people with disabilities, Mainstage Center for the Arts makes it a priority to establish a workplace, educational, and artistic environment that embraces the spirit of the law ensuring an optimal experience for all. Upon request, information will be made available in large print.
All Staff offers are contingent upon camp enrollment.
Mainstage Center for the Art’s Summer Stage is the oldest, most successful, and most affordable youth theater program in Southern New Jersey. We offer a series of creative theater programs specifically designed to allow children of every age to expand their skills. For 34 summers, children have enjoyed Summer Stage, where participants use their imaginations to share the MAGIC of live performances through outstanding musical productions, insightful films, and creative set construction.
This summer all programs and shows will be held at Camden County College (200 College Drive, Blackwood, NJ).