Employment

Sound Assistant

Reports to: Sound Supervisor
Status: Seasonal, Hourly
Dates: April 21, 2025 – October 10, 2025
Salary Range: $17.50 per hour, plus housing provided by APT

American Players Theatre is currently seeking applicants for the position of Sound Assistant.

This staff member will assist with the installation, execution, and maintenance of all sound equipment and serve as sound board operator for varying productions in two theaters, one of which is outdoors. This is an early career position for applicants with growing knowledge and experience in sound. Qualified applicants will have some experience in sound. Experience with regional theater and/or repertory theater is preferred.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist with the installation, maintenance, and strike of all sound equipment.
• Attend all work calls for as directed by the Sound Supervisor
• Run sound during performances
• Perform sound checks and ensure the integrity of all sound elements before each show call
• Perform changeovers of sound specials between performances, as directed
• Maintain and repair sound cables as directed
• Other duties as assigned


Interested applicants should send a PDF resume with references to Michael Broh at [email protected]. Please include Sound Assistant in the subject line.

APT is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Wig Run Crew

Reports to: Director of Wigs and Makeup
Status: Seasonal, Hourly
Dates: May 27, 2025 – October 5, 2025 (options for starting as early as May 9)
Salary Range: $17 per hour, housing provided

American Players Theater is currently seeking applicants for the position of Wig Run Crew for the 2025 Season.

Assist the Wig Crew Lead with the maintenance of wigs and facial hair for productions in performance of the 2025 Season, primarily for eight plays in a rotating repertory in two theaters. Primary duties will be styling, dressing, and maintenance of wigs and hair for performances. Experience working with textured hair and wigs essential. Ventilating and haircutting experience is a plus.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learn quick-changes as directed by the Wig Crew Lead and/or Wardrobe Supervisor and assist with same.
• Serve as run crew for productions as assigned by the Director of Wigs and Makeup.
• Attend all work calls as directed by the Director of Wigs and Makeup and/or Wardrobe Supervisor
• Other duties as assigned.

Interested applicants should send a PDF resume with references to Michael Broh at [email protected]. Please include Wig Run Crew in the subject line.

APT is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All administrative positions are currently filled

Facilities Assistant

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor and Property Superintendent
Status: Seasonal, Hourly
Shift: Full-time, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday
Dates: Spring-Fall, flexible start and end
Salary Range: $17-$18.50 per hour

The American Players Theatre maintenance department is seeking applicants for a Facilities Assistant. It is the goal of the maintenance department to provide and maintain a functional and comfortable environment for theatre staff and patrons. The facilities assistant position has a wide range of responsibilities involving APT buildings, grounds, and fleet vehicles. It is also the responsibility of maintenance staff to assist other departments when needed with organizational, material and labor support.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Spring start up: cleaning gutters, tree debris clean up, outdoor furniture set up, painting, pressure washing, etc.
• Maintain lawns, planted areas and trees on all properties. (Includes mowing, weed trimming, fertilization, planting, etc.)
• Reception and distribution of deliveries
• Fleet vehicle inspections, basic maintenance, and cleaning
• Event setup

In additional to its regular duties, this position also supports the maintenance supervisor, assistant supervisor and property superintendent in various repair and construction projects as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the use and operation of hand and power tools
• Experience in operation of lawncare equipment, including rider mower and weed trimmer
• Basic lawn, garden and tree care knowledge
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Basic understanding of vehicle maintenance

This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to transport and position at least 50lbs.

Interested applicants should send a letter of intent and/or resume with references to Matt Erdman at [email protected]. Please include Facilities Assistant in the subject line.

APT is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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