Job Description
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company 101 Arch Street, 8th Floor
Boston, MA 02110
Date Posted:
May 01, 2026 Region:
Eastern Massachusetts Category:
Other Type:
Seasonal
Assistant Production Electrician/Board Op•A Midsummer Night's Dream Description:
Position Overview:
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is seeking an Assistant Production Electrician/Board Op for its Summer 2026 production of Free Shakespeare on the Common:
A Midsummer Night's Dream directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler. The performance runs July 22•August 9, 2026 outdoors on the historic Boston Common, Boston MA. FLSA
Status:
Temporary, part-time, non-exempt employment on a W-2. Compensation:
This is a non-exempt W2 position (eligible for overtime) with an hourly rate of $22/hour (overtime rate is $33/hour). Anticipated total of 270 regular hours plus up to 112 overtime hours during prep, load in, performances, and load out (July through August). Payments to be remitted in the week following work hours (typically on Thursday/Friday), based on the submission ofpleted timesheets. Location:
Boston, MA Occasional meetings with Production Management, Lighting Designers, and/or High Output to bepleted remotely as needed Prep prior to load in to bepleted at High Output in Canton, MA The performance itself takes place on the Boston Common near the Parkman Bandstand Rehearsals to take place at the BLO rehearsal space, Boston MA Performances on the Boston Common, Boston MA This is a local hire•no housing or transportation is provided. Dates of Engagement / General Schedule:
July 6, 2026•August 21, 2026 on an as needed basis, with July 6•August 21, 2026 on a first priority basis. Pre-Production Work:
Early March through Late June Rehearsal Studio Load In:
June 19-21, 2026 Prep Week:
July 6•9, 2026 Boston Common Load In:
July 10•16, 2026 Rehearsal Studio Load Out:
July 17, 2026 Tech:
July 17•21, 2026 Previews:
July 22•28, 2026 Performances:
July 29•August 9, 2026 Filming:
August 11•13, 2026 Boston Common Load Out:
August 14•20, 2026 Post Show:
August 21•23, 2026 s To:
Ryan Spruck, Production Manager DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The 2026 production ofA Midsummer Night's Dream celebrates our 30th year of sharing Free Shakespeare productions with Greater Boston audiences. The Assistant Production Electrician/Board Op will help the PE during the lighting prep, load in and load out processes, as well as maintenance tasks throughout the run of the show and run the lighting console turning all technical rehearsals and performances. Responsibilities include:
Assist the Production Electrician during prep and load-in/out, including hang and focus Run the console during technical rehearsals and performances Troubleshoot moving and conventional lighting equipment Be onsite for all technical rehearsals and performances Under guidance from the PE, lead a team of overhire and staff electricians during load in, hang, focus, and load out Maintain and troubleshoot light plot throughout the production Assist the PE and Site Ops Managers in daily startup and shutdown operations Perform other duties as assigned by Master Electrician Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Education, training, and/or experience in theatre at a Bachelor's degree or equivalent level. At least two years experience programming Excellentanizational and time management skills Strong leadership andmunication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience with outdoor theatre a plus On-site job requirements: Attend prep, load in, load out, and all technical rehearsals and performances Ability to lift and carry 50lbs Ability to navigate stairs and uneven terrain Ability to navigate in variable high/low light settings in outdoor conditions. Ability to operate boom lift and train other staff members in its use Working at height (e.g. in boom lift, from spot seat, or on truss) Valid driver's license 18+ years of age Experience with and ability to meet all duties and responsibilities as listed above
