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Sound Designer - (posted 12/5/23 by Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival)
Position Description: Sound Designer
Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival (WSF), a program of Pablo Center at the Confluence and in collaboration with UW-Eau Claire’s Department of Music & Theatre Arts, will present their second season in Summer 2024, complete with educational programs, community partnerships, a new works series, and mainstage productions performed on a stage designed to be a replica of Shakespeare’s Globe in London.
WSF seeks a Sound Designer for our second season shows: Romeo & Juliet, Twelfth Night, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again].
Dates of contract: June 29 – July 19, 2024
*Pre-production meetings will be held virtually starting early 2024
Important Dates:
Twelfth Night | Tech: July 1-3 - Opening July 5
Romeo & Juliet | Tech: 9-11 - Opening July 12
Complete Works… | Tech: 16-18 - Opening July 19
Stipend: $3,000
Housing: A room with a shared bathroom and kitchen with up to three other company members will be provided for those outside of a 30-mile radius from Eau Claire, WI
Artist Activity: All artists hired in conjunction with WSF are expected to strive for strong mentor/mentee partnerships and to participate in minimal educational workshops as schedules and personal experience allow.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2023
Position Expectations are as follows:
The primary responsibility for this role will be in the design and execution of sound design (sound effects and possible underscoring) for the three mainstage productions.
Attend production meetings and tech rehearsals.
Assess sound needs and coordinate installation with Pablo Staff.
Document signal flow.
Work with the directors and other designers for a consistent overall vison of the productions.
Work with production manager to ensure all shows are completed on time and budget.
Maintain accurate budget and reporting all expenditures.
Desired Skills Include:
Familiarity with Yamaha CL or QL series consoles.
Familiarity with Qlab 5.
Ability to work with early career technicians in a supervisory and mentorship role.
Shows will be rehearsed and performed in repertory. All rehearsals/performances and most Festival activities will take place at Pablo Center, a state-of-the-art theatrical venue in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The city of Eau Claire is a beautiful, thriving city just an hour and a half east of the Twin Cities, with a vibrant arts culture.
Please send a resume and cover letter to wsf@pablocenter.org with the subject line “WSF Sound Designer.” Other materials, such as links to professional websites, a personal statement, etc. are welcome but not required. We look forward to receiving your application!
https://www.pablocenter.org/wishakespearefest/
Projection Designer - (posted 12/5/23 by Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival)
Position Description: Projection Designer
Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival (WSF), a program of Pablo Center at the Confluence and in collaboration with UW-Eau Claire’s Department of Music & Theatre Arts, will present their second season in Summer 2024, complete with educational programs, community partnerships, a new works series, and mainstage productions performed on a stage designed to be a replica of Shakespeare’s Globe in London.
WSF seeks a Projection Designer for our second season shows: Romeo & Juliet, Twelfth Night, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again].
Initial projection map was created on the base set when initially built in 2022, and it is expected that this map would be utilized for the production. Alignment and masking will need to be done by the designer.
Dates of contract: June 24 – July 19, 2024
* Pre-production meetings will be held virtually starting early 2024.
Important Dates:
Twelfth Night | Tech: July 1-3 - Opening July 5
Romeo & Juliet | Tech: 9-11 - Opening July 12
Complete Works… | Tech: 16-18 - Opening July 19
Stipend: $3,000
Housing: A room with a shared bathroom and kitchen with up to three other company members will be
provided for those outside of a 30-mile radius from Eau Claire, WI
Artist Activity: All artists hired in conjunction with WSF are expected to strive for strong mentor/mentee partnerships and to participate in minimal educational workshops as schedules and personal experience allow.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2023
Position Expectations are as follows:
The primary responsibility for this role will be in the creation and execution of projection design for the three mainstage productions.
Work with the directors and other designers for a consistent overall vison of the productions.
Find or create projection and video content.
Attend production meetings and tech rehearsals.
Maintain an accurate budget and report expenditures
Assist Pablo production staff in setting up the projection system
Document signal map
Work with production manager to ensure all shows are completed on time and budget.
Desired skills include:
Experience with projections/projection mapping.
Knowledge of Qlab 5.
Time and personnel management skills.
Photoshop skills is a plus
Shows will be rehearsed and performed in repertory. All rehearsals/performances and most Festival activities will take place at Pablo Center, a state-of-the-art theatrical venue in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The city of Eau Claire is a beautiful, thriving city just an hour and a half east of the Twin Cities, with a vibrant arts culture.
Please send a resume and cover letter to wsf@pablocenter.org with the subject line “WSF Projection Designer.” Other materials, such as links to professional websites, a personal statement, etc. are welcome but not required. We look forward to receiving your application!
https://www.pablocenter.org/wishakespearefest/
Props Coordinator - (posted 12/5/23 by Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival)
Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival (WSF), a program of Pablo Center at the Confluence and in collaboration with UW-Eau Claire’s Department of Music & Theatre Arts, will present their second season in Summer 2024, complete with educational programs, community partnerships, a new works series, and mainstage productions performed on a stage designed to be a replica of Shakespeare’s Globe in London.
WSF seeks a Props Coordinator for our second season shows: Romeo & Juliet, Twelfth Night, and The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again].
Dates of contract: May 28 – July 29, 2024
* Pre-production meetings will be held virtually starting early 2024.
Important Dates:
Twelfth Night | Tech: July 1-3 - Opening July 5
Romeo & Juliet | Tech: 9-11 - Opening July 12
Complete Works… | Tech: 16-18 - Opening July 19
Stipend: $3,000
Housing: A room with a shared bathroom and kitchen with up to three other company members will be provided for those outside of a 30-mile radius from Eau Claire, WI
Artist Activity: All artists hired in conjunction with WSF are expected to strive for strong mentor/mentee partnerships and to participate in minimal educational workshops as schedules and personal experience allow.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2023
Position expectations are as follows:
Communicate with stage management team and directors to maintain a consistently up-to-date properties list along with rehearsal properties needs
Work with the directors and other designers for a consistent overall vison of the productions.
Work with production manager to ensure all shows are completed on time and budget.
Attend production meetings and tech rehearsals
Maintain an accurate budget log
Acquire/construct/maintain the set dressing and props for the mainstage productions.
Execute additional scenic design needs in coordination with the TD.
Return/store any unused props once shows have opened.
Lead strike of prop materials after shows have closed
Through a partnership with UWEC Theatre, WSF has access to borrow from UWEC props inventory.
Shows will be rehearsed and performed in repertory. All rehearsals/performances and most Festival activities will take place at Pablo Center, a state-of-the-art theatrical venue in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The city of Eau Claire is a beautiful, thriving city just an hour and a half east of the Twin Cities, with a vibrant arts culture.
Please send a resume and cover letter to wsf@pablocenter.org with the subject line “WSF Props Coordinator.” Other materials, such as links to professional websites, a personal statement, etc. are welcome but not required. We look forward to receiving your application!
https://www.pablocenter.org/wishakespearefest/
Assistant Teaching Professor - Sound Designer and - (posted 11/22/23 by UW-La Crosse)
Assistant Teaching Professor - Sound Designer and the Sound and Lighting Supervisor
The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse invites applications for an academic staff member at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor beginning in August 2024. The primary responsibilities of this position are to work as the faculty Sound Designer and the Sound and Lighting Supervisor. This position will teach 1-2 courses per semester including Sound Design, Sound Recording and Engineering, and Theatre Appreciation and oversee the implementation of lighting and sound designs for department productions.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in theatrical production who can design sound for plays and musicals as well as supervise and coordinate technical details for both lighting and sound for all performances in our two theatre spaces. Strong skills in crew management and knowledge of software including Vectorworks, Lightwright, and Qlab required. Professional experience as a sound technician or master electrician including live mixing, are preferred. Additional experience in lighting or projections design also preferred. The position may require running errands in a personal vehicle and will need a valid driver’s license. Visit https://www.uwlax.edu/academics/department/theatre-and-dance/ to learn more about UW- La Crosse Theatre.
Submit electronic application including cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to https://employment.uwlax.edu/postings/17293 UW-La Crosse is an AA/EEO employer. Employment will require a criminal background check.
Proposed salary: $41,000-$42,500
Direct Support Professional / Artistic Associate - (posted 11/13/23 by Encore Studio for the Performing Arts)
Encore Studio for the Performing Arts is seeking an individual for the part-time position of Direct Support Professional / Artistic Associate (20-25 hrs/week). The position offers competitive compensation, full benefits (health, dental, and both long- and short-term disability insurances, as well as paid vacations) and a variety of creative opportunities.
Encore Studio for the Performing Arts is Wisconsin’s first professional theatre company for people with disabilities and one of a very few in the United States. Encore is a team-oriented work place with an emphasis on the dignity of the people we support. Support includes emotional, behavioral and physical support, as well as supporting them in their vocation as professional actors.
Job Description
Part Time (20-25 hours/week)
Hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 11:30 am-3:15 pm
Tuesday/Thursday 8:45 am-3 pm
Performance schedule will vary.
Duties include:
● Ensure individuals’ rights, needs, dignity and safety needs are met within the rehearsal and performance settings.
● Provide emotional, behavioral and physical supports to repertory company actors.
● Assist individuals in the process of rehearsing and performing professional quality theatrical presentations.
● Attend all staff meetings, in-service and training as assigned.
● Participate in performances as assigned (acting, stage management etc. in addition to support duties).
● Other duties as assigned
Expectations:
● Reliable, flexible and energetic with the ability to collaborate artistically.
Qualifications:
● Experience in the human services industry focusing on people with physical and/or developmental disabilities and/or a diverse theatre background.
To apply, email a cover letter and résumé to Jessica Jane Witham, Program Director, jessica@encorestudio.org,
www.encorestudio.org
https://www.facebook.com/EncoreStudio/
Encore Studio for the Performing Arts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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