First Stage is seeking candidates for the Managing Director Role and have engaged Management Consultants for the Arts to facilitate that search process. A full Position Profile and more information on the application  process can be found at the following link: https://mcaonline.com/searches/managing-director-first-stage

The Head Electrician is responsible for the preparation, installation, maintenance, and operation of lighting equipment for First Stage’s 494 seat ¾ thrust Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. The Head Electrician will be a resource for lighting designers during the design process, and will review plots for feasibility and make necessary purchases while adhering to a provided budget. They will lead the hang, and will manage over hire crew during focus in support of the designer. They will be responsible for light board programming and operation for Todd Wehr shows. First Stage has moved to a five day performance week, performances run Wednesday through Sunday.

The Resident Sound and Lighting Technician will be a resource for lighting and sound designers during the design process, and will review plots for feasibility and make necessary purchases while adhering to a provided budget. They will lead crew during hang and focus in support of the designers. They will be responsible for light board programming and will operate lights, sound, or both for Goodman Mainstage Hall performances. First Stage has moved to a five day performance week, performances run Wednesday through Sunday.

The Scenic Charge Artist will be an integral part of the Scenic Team in supporting 8-10 productions per season between two theaters. The Scenic Charge Artist will evaluate designs, techniques, and treatments to accurately translate the Scenic Designers’ paint elevations onto completed set pieces, properties, and soft goods.

The Director of Finance oversees all accounting and finance functions for the organization, including but not limited to cash management, payroll, annual audit management, budgeting, and tax reporting, and is responsible for determining and maintaining the strategic financial goals and objectives of the organization. The position is a member of the organization’s leadership team and serves as the main liaison for accounting and finance discussion with the Finance Committee, Investment Committee and Board of Directors. Position has frequent contact with nearly all other managerial positions in the organization. Expected to develop all strategic financial and business goals and provide relevant tools to staff to ensure those goals can be reached. Other main areas of work include business data and metrics, risk management, and legal contract review. Learn more and apply.