Board Operator/Mixer

  • Part Time
  • Chicago
  • September 12, 2025

Website The Den Theatre

A multi-venue performance space in Wicker Park.

The Den Theatre is currently seeking individuals to add to their Board Operator/Mixer roster. This role is charged with operating all technical elements for comedy shows in either our Heath Mainstage or 2A comedy space.

Desired skills:

  • Knowledge in Theatrical Lighting and Sound.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Impeccable professionalism and customer service.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to lift and carry 20lbs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Running Audio/Visual Cues for Heath Shows:
    • Running Light cues on an ETC ION.
    • Mixing on a Digital MIDAS M32 soundboard.
    • Playing/ choosing pre-show music.
    • Troubleshooting technical issues.
    • Turning on monitors and running projections from Google Slides or Q-Lab.
    • Setting up the stage with mics, stools, minimal set decor, etc.
    • Sound checks with talent.
  • Running Audio/ Visual cues for 2a Shows:
    • Running Light cues on an ETC Colorsource.
    • Mixing on a Analog sound board
    • Playing/ choosing pre-show music.
    • Troubleshooting technical issues.
    • Turning on monitors and running projections from Google Slides or Q-Lab.
    • Setting up the stage with mics, stools, minimal set decor, etc.
    • Sound checks with talent

Goals:

  • Provide artists with the highest level of care possible.
  • Provide the audience with the best production experience possible.

Compensation:

  • Stipend: $100 per-performance, two performances per-night is common.
  • Complimentary tickets to shows not performed in the Heath Theatre
  • Standby tickets to Heath performances.
  • Den Discounts on Merchandise and Bar Sales.

Evening and weekend availability are a must. 

About The Den Theatre:

The Den is a multi-level live entertainment venue that boasts five intimate and unique theaters ranging from 50 – 300 seats. The first floor houses The Den’s Haven Lounge – a full-service coffee shop and bar where neighbors, audiences and like-minded culture hounds gather to drink, eat, talk, read, watch, think, listen and live. Hundreds of companies and artists from Chicago and beyond have called The Den home – from national names to local stars, The Den consistently plays host to a lineup of exciting and diverse talent.

Instructions to Apply:

Please email a resume and cover letter to employment@thedentheatre.com, to the attention of Technical Director Adelynn Dunajcik.

To apply for this job email your details to employment@thedentheatre.com

Pay Rate/Range*: $100.00 per performance