Website Northlight Theatre
Overall Description: Northlight Theatre is seeking a Production Assistant for hourly employment for 4 consecutive shows or on a show-by-show basis, October 2026 through early-June 2027. Working under the supervision of the Production Manager and Stage Manager, the Production Assistant is responsible for attending rehearsals, tracking props, preparing all run paperwork, and assisting the Stage Manager in their duties as requested for all Northlight events including Mainstage Productions.
A full job description is available on our website at www.northlight.org/opportunities.
Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community. A professional LORT D theatre located in Evanston, Illinois, programming includes a 5-play mainstage season, the Interplay new play development series, and a dynamic year-round audience engagement and education program. For more information about the theatre: www.northlight.org.
Qualifications: Previous experience required. Stage management and run crew experience is a plus.
Compensation: Compensation is hourly at $22 per hour, with eligibility for overtime pay and earned paid leave.
As an equal opportunity employer, Northlight Theatre hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company’s mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Reflecting our commitment to be an inclusive and accessible employer, we welcome applications for all open positions from a diverse applicant pool that reflects our community and programming. Accepting resumes immediately. Send resume to Emily Kneer, Production Manager via email humanresources@northlight.org. No phone calls please.
To apply for this job email your details to humanresources@northlight.org