Opportunities

Work Schedule:

This position requires nights and weekends dependent on the show schedule.

Position Location:

100% On-site

Pay Rate:

Pay rate starts at $20-24/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid bi-weekly as W2 employment. Housing is NOT available for this position.

Benefits:

403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: Position is seasonal; 35+ hours per week; from May through the end of August. Start and end dates are flexible dependent on show requirements. Nights and Weekends are required based on show schedules.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lighting Assistant will work with the Master Electrician and the Lighting Designer to plan and execute modifications to our rep plot in order to realize the designs for the Wolf Trap Opera’s summer season in the Barns at Wolf Trap. The Lighting Assistant will also help with programming, board operation, and rep plot maintenance. This position requires nights and weekends dependent on the show schedule.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in maintaining the rep plot
Work with the Lighting Supervisor to modify the rep plot for each Opera’s needs
Help Program and run the ETC EOS based console for performances as needed
Help to maintain a clean work area at the Barns stage
Assist stage crew with load in and strike
Restore the rep plot after strike
Provide lighting support for other recitals and events as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

Firm understanding of theatrical lighting equipment and safety
Familiarity with ETC EOS family of consoles
Demonstrated experience with theatrical lighting
Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lift/move up to 50 pounds
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend and reach with arms up to 50 percent of the time.
Must be able to climb ladders and work in personnel lifts.
Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, printer, etc.)

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.