Individuals hired for these positions will be classified as employees of Passage Theatre Company (W-4 status). All wages will be processed through payroll and are subject to required federal, state, and local tax withholdings and employer payroll contributions in compliance with IRS and New Jersey employment law. 

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Tech Assistant

Pay Rate - $25/hourly

Hours - 20/week (On & Off Season)

Schedule:

• Feb 23 - Jun 14 (Off Season)

• Jun 15 - July 19 (On Season)

• July 20 - Aug 16 (Off Season)

• Aug 17 - Dec 27 (On Season)

 

A tech assistant will work under the technical director, stage supervisor and production manager in construction and installation of theatrical scenic and lighting and audio/visual elements for productions and rentals at Passage Theatre.

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Key Responsibilities

• Hanging, cabling, patching, and focusing theatrical lighting instruments

• Setting up microphones, speakers, and audio equipment

• Operate lighting or sound boards during tech if needed

• Helping to ensure safe operation of equipment, maintaining equipment inventory, and cleaning the stage/shop area.

• Assisting with building and installing stage scenery

• Assisting with troubleshooting technical issues

 

Skills Needed

• Basic knowledge of lighting, audio, and stage equipment

• Strong communication and teamwork

• Physical stamina (lifting, climbing ladders, long hours)

• Minimum two (2) years of technical theatre experience in educational, community, or professional environments

• Demonstrated primary specialization in at least one production area (lighting, sound, or scenic carpentry)

• Working familiarity across lighting, audio, and scenic departments, with the ability to assist in all areas as needed

• Basic experience hanging and focusing lighting instruments and assisting with ETC-based lighting control systems

• Basic experience setting up microphones, speakers, signal paths, and live sound equipment

• Ability to assist with scenic construction, tool use, and installation of stage scenery

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues during builds, rehearsals, or performances

• Strong communication and teamwork skills when working with designers, stage management, and production staff

• Ability to safely lift 40–50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in theatrical production environments

• Familiarity with standard shop and stage safety procedures

 

To apply, please send your resume and a minimum of two references to admin@passagetheatre.org and include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.

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Audio Engineer (Production Specific)

Pay Rate - $25/hourly

Hours - up to 20hr/week (Off Season); up to 30hr/week (On season)

 

Schedule:

• Rentals

  • Rental #1: May 3, 2026 (Performance) + 1 Rehearsal day

  • Rental #2: May 8, 2026 (Performance) + 1 Rehearsal day

 

• Word on Front

  • Week 1: Week of Jun. 8 - Jun. 14, 2026

  • Week 2: Week of Jun. 15 - Jun. 21, 2026

  • Week 3: Week of Jun. 22 - Jun. 28, 2026

  • Week 4: Week of Jun. 29 - July 5, 2026

  • Week 5: Week of July. 6 - July 12, 2026

• Show #1

  • Sound Plot Due & Install: Week of Aug. 31 - Sept. 6, 2026

  • Quiet Time: Week of Sept. 7 - Sept. 10, 2026

  • Tech: September 11-13, 2026

  • Tech & Final Dress: September 15, 2026

  • Previews: September 16-17, 2026

  • Opening Night: September 18, 2026

  • Closing Performance: October 11, 2026

• Show #2

  • Sound Plot Due & Install: Week of Nov. 9 - Nov. 15, 2026

  • Quiet Time: Week of Nov. 17 - Nov. 19, 2026

  • Tech: November 20-22, 2026

  • Tech & Final Dress: November 24, 2026

  • Preview: November 27, 2026

  • Opening Night: November 28, 2026

  • Closing Performance: December 20, 2026

 

Duties

The Audio Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all sound-related aspects of a production, from planning and installation through operation and maintenance. The role ensures that the audio design is executed accurately, safely, and consistently throughout the run.

• Collaborating with the Sound Designer, Director, and Production Manager to realize the sound design

• Reviewing sound plots, system designs, cue sheets, and technical requirements

• Coordinating microphone needs and system logistics

• Supervising the installation, tuning, and testing of sound systems

• Overseeing microphone placement, wiring, and signal flow

• Troubleshooting system issues during setup, tech and performances

• Supporting sound programming and cueing during technical rehearsals

• Mixing performances or supervising A1/A2 operators (depending on production needs)

• Supervising strike and load-out of audio equipment

• Ensuring proper storage, return, or transport of gear

• Managing sound notes and implementing changes from the designer or director

• Maintaining and repairing microphones, consoles, speakers, and cabling

 

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of technical theatre sound experience in educational, community, or professional productions
   

• Experience operating and programming digital mixing consoles, specifically a Behringer X32 (32-channel) mixer or similar system
   

• Knowledge of microphone types, wireless systems, signal flow, and speaker system setup
   

• Ability to interpret sound plots, system diagrams, cue sheets, and patch lists
   

• Experience installing and maintaining microphones, cabling, speakers, and playback systems
   

• Ability to mix live theatrical performances with multiple wireless microphones and playback cues
   

• Strong troubleshooting ability during rehearsals and performances
   

• Familiarity with QLab or other theatrical audio playback software preferred
   

• Strong collaboration skills with Sound Designers, Stage Managers, and Production Staff
   

• Understanding of safe audio practices, cable management, and equipment maintenance

 

To apply, please send your resume and a minimum of two references to admin@passagetheatre.org and include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.

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Head Carpenter (Production Specific)

Pay Rate - $30/hourly

Hours - Up to 30hr/week

 

Show #1
Dates:
Production Meetings* (*Subject to Change based on designer's availability)

• Production Meeting #1: Week of May 25 - May 29, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #2: Week of June 15 - June 19, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #3: Week of July 6 - July 10, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #4: Week of Aug. 10 - Aug. 15, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

Preliminary Set Design Due: Week of June 15 - June 19, 2026
Final Set Design Due: Week of July 6 - July 10, 2026
Set Build (off-site): Week of Sept. 27 - Sept. 31, 2026
Set Load In: Week of Aug. 17 - Aug. 23, 2026 (May shift depending on progress of set build)
First Rehearsal: August 18, 2026
Designer Run: September 6, 2026
Tech: September 11-13, 2026
Tech & Final Dress: September 15, 2026
Previews: September 16-17, 2026
Opening Night: September 18, 2026
Closing Performance: October 11, 2026
Strike: October 12, 2026


Show #2
Dates:
Production Meetings* (*Subject to Change based on designer's availability)

• Production Meeting #1: Week of July 20 - July 24, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #2: Week of Aug 17 - Aug 21, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #3: Week of Sept 14 - Sept 18, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

• Production Meeting #4: Week of Oct. 19 - Oct. 23, 2026 (Day/Time TBD)

Preliminary Set Design Due: Week of Aug 17 - Aug 21, 2026
Final Set Design Due: Week of Sept 14 - Sept 18, 2026
Set Build (On/off-site): Week of Oct. 12 - Nov. 1, 2026
Scenic Painting (On-site): Week of Oct. 26 - Nov. 15, 2026
First Rehearsal: October 27, 2026
Designer Run: November 15, 2026
Tech: November 20-22, 2026
Tech & Final Dress: November 24, 2026
Preview: November 27, 2026
Opening Night: November 28, 2026
Closing Performance: December 20, 2026
Strike: December 21, 2026

 

A Head Carpenter is responsible for overseeing all scenic construction, installation, and maintenance for a theatrical production.

 

Pre-Production & Planning

• Collaborating with the Scenic Designer, Director, and Production Manager to realize the scenic design

• Interpreting scenic drawings, models, and technical specifications

• Developing construction plans, build schedules, and budgets

• Creating material lists, cost estimates, and purchase orders

• Engineering scenic elements to ensure structural integrity and safety

Scenic Construction & Installation

• Supervising the construction of sets, platforms, flats, stairs, and scenic units

• Overseeing load-ins, installations, rigging, and alignment of scenery

• Ensuring scenic elements function as designed (moving scenery, traps, wagons, automation if applicable)

• Troubleshooting mechanical or structural issues

• Maintaining shop tools, equipment, and workspaces

Crew Leadership & Management

• Hiring, training, and supervising carpenters and scenic crew with assistance from the Lead Producer

• Assigning daily tasks and managing build and load-in schedules

• Coordinating scenic crew calls for load-ins, installations, build, etc

Rehearsals & Performances

• Attending technical rehearsals to address scenic notes

• Ensuring scenery remains safe, stable, and show-ready throughout the run

Safety & Compliance

• Ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, local building codes, and venue policies

• Conducting risk assessments for scenic elements and movement

Post-Production

• Supervising strike and load-out of scenic elements

• Ensuring proper storage, disposal, or return of materials

• Completing build documentation and post-show reports if needed

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced carpentry and scenic construction skills

• Strong leadership and crew management abilities

• Ability to read technical drawings and engineer scenic solutions

• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills

• Knowledge of rigging, automation basics, and scenic materials

 

To apply, please send your resume and a minimum of two references to admin@passagetheatre.org and include the title of the position you are applying for in the subject line.