Jobs You Can Do
Something For Everyone!
Here is some information on the many "roles" that can be played behind the scenes during any given production…
There are many different jobs that need doing in the theatre: Directing, Producing, Stage Managing, assisting the Director or Stage Manager, lighting, sound, costumes, props, program design, advertising/publicity, box office, concession, gala preparation, stage construction/decoration, graphic design, and many more… Most people don't realize how important the people who get these jobs done really are - no production would be successful without them!
You can be involved in just one production, or you can be involved in all three - every helping hand is a welcome one! We usually give on the job training or you can partner up with someone and share a project. It's a lot of fun and you can learn about the different aspects of the theatre.
Different jobs require different levels of commitment…here are general guidelines for some of the positions. (These are not written in stone, and can vary.)
Key Positions:
Director - 8 week commitment (plus preparation time)
Producer - 12 week commitment
Stage Manager - 12 week commitment
Lighting Design - 1 day to 1 week
Sound Design - 1 day to 1 week
Lighting & Sound Operators - 5 week commitment (not every day)
Programs/Poster Designer - 1 day to 1 week commitment
Program Coordinator - Confirm existing ads, 2 week commitment
Set Design - 1 to 3 week commitment
Set Construction Team - 3 weekends commitment
Set Decoration Team - 3 week commitment (not every day)
Front of House (Box Office/Concession) - 1 evening/matinee (about four hours) - more nights if possible.
Other Teams:
Publicity
Costumes / Make-up - shopping / coordinating with the director
Props - making a list, shopping and searching
Programs / Graphic Design
Committees:
Sunshine
Social
Building & Maintenance
Play Selection
Newsletter
Theatre BC Rep
Board of Directors
Your volunteer time is highly valued. Any expenses incurred for purchases on behalf of the club are always reimbursed. Unfortunately we do not cover your gas costs.