School Theatrical Designers
Theatrical Designers: Set, Lighting, Costumes, Props (Seasonal)
Scheck Hillel Community School, a private school in Aventura FL (Miami area) seeks experienced theatrical designers for its upcoming productions of "Shrek the Musical" (performs February 14-21, 2027) and "Beauty and the Beast Jr" (performs April 7-12, 2027). The open positions are Set Designer, Costume Designer/Costumer, Lighting Designer, and Props Lead. Ideally, candidates will be available to perform their role for both productions.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Compensation: Flat fee ranging from $3000 to $5000 per role; independent contractor status.
To apply: Interested candidates should provide a resumé, access to portfolio from past/similar gigs, and contact info for two professional references who can speak directly to the candidate's qualifications for the position. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.
Scheck Hillel Community School, a private school in Aventura FL (Miami area) seeks experienced theatrical designers for its upcoming productions of "Shrek the Musical" (performs February 14-21, 2027) and "Beauty and the Beast Jr" (performs April 7-12, 2027). The open positions are Set Designer, Costume Designer/Costumer, Lighting Designer, and Props Lead. Ideally, candidates will be available to perform their role for both productions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze script and conduct research to understand story, themes, characters, settings, style, etc.
- Collaborate with the director and team to develop a cohesive look and feel for the show.
- Develop specific design ideas that meet the needs of the story, support the Director's vision, and are achievable with the available resources (time, personnel, infrastructure, budget).
- Identify steps for executing designs, providing relevant documentation, instructions and guidance to relevant adult and student staff.
- Participate in execution and realization of designs (involvement varies by role).
Requirements
- Success serving in similar roles in previous productions. Experience working in a youth or educational theatre context, as well as non-traditional spaces, is highly desirable.
- Local (South Florida) residence; we are unable to underwrite travel or lodging.
- Availability for design meetings, work calls, tech/dress rehearsals (varies by role).
- Absolute reliability/dependability.
- Collegial, open-minded and flexible team player.
Compensation: Flat fee ranging from $3000 to $5000 per role; independent contractor status.
To apply: Interested candidates should provide a resumé, access to portfolio from past/similar gigs, and contact info for two professional references who can speak directly to the candidate's qualifications for the position. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.