OVERHIRE STAGE CREW - Gulfshore Playhouse
GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS OVERHIRE STAGE CREW
Gulfshore Playhouse, a mission-driven, professional theatre company located in Naples, Florida,
is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as Overhire Stage Crew.
Gulfshore Playhouse offers a diverse season of straight plays and musicals ranging from
venerated classics and Broadway hits to contemporary works and world premieres. Gulfshore
Playhouse is passionately committed to producing high-quality, professional theatre which
exceeds the expectations of the cultured residents and visitors of Naples, FL, many of whom are
regular theatre patrons in New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
Gulfshore Playhouse opened the Baker Theatre and Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility,
featuring a 350-seat mainstage with a Broadway-sized stage, a 125-seat flexible space, rehearsal
studios, classrooms, and rental space in October of 2024. In 2022, Gulfshore Playhouse became
nationally recognized as the 77th member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). This is an
extraordinarily exciting time for the Gulfshore Playhouse, which is experiencing unprecedented
growth in a collaborative and creative community.
Status: Temporary, Hourly Position
Contract Dates: Temporary position from February 8, 2027 to April 11, 2027
The Overhire Stage Crew will assist with load-in and will also work as run crew on assigned
shows and assist other departments when needed.
The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise
good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication,
organizational skills, and ability to work as a part of the team. Gulfshore Playhouse values hard
work, kindness, generosity, passion, and grace-under-pressure. Employee will be expected to
work extended hours on occasion when necessary to meet goals. Some weekend and evening
hours are required including attendance at performances, special events, and/or meetings that
may happen outside normal hours.
Skills:
● Use of hand and power tools
● Knowledge of wood construction, fabrication techniques and scenic engineering.

● Understanding of how to interpret construction drawings. Basic CAD / Vectorworks skills
preferred.
● Ability to read, build and/or execute a cut list
● Creative problem-solving
● Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
● Ability to manage time and productivity effectively
● Ability to multitask and achieve tight deadlines
Duties:
● Assist with load-in of each production
● Serve as show crew for assigned productions
● Assist in other departments, including but not limited to lighting, sound, paints, props,
and costumes
● Read all reports and act on any notes given
● Adhere to all safety protocols at all times
● Provide support for special events
● Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
● One to two years experience in the field (including at the college level)
● Classwork or experience in carpentry or welding
● Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
● Ability to climb, ladders, mobile lifts, catwalks and work at heights
● Ability to work overhead with heavy equipment
● Ability to work in tight, enclosed spaces including ones in the air
● Ability to work in dark spaces
● Ability to stand for long periods of time depending on assignment
● Ability to work in and with proper personal protective equipment
● Experience in lighting, paints, or props a plus but not required
● Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools

Our Charter: https://www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org/charter/
Compensation: $20/hr Overtime after 40 hrs
Gulfshore Playhouse provides travel stipend and housing during the contract.
Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we
strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and references attached as one pdf to
jobs@gulfshoreplayhouse.org