Summer Theatre Program

Job no: R-0000003308 Position Title: Summer Theatre Program Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Full time In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $15.00 Rate of pay commensurate with experience Start Date: 06/01/2026 Job Description: The MHC Summer Theatre Program is a collaborative, fast-paced production environment dedicated to creating high-quality live performances while fostering artistic growth and professional development. Each season brings together artists, technicians, and administrators at varying stages of their careers to work side by side in a supportive and inclusive setting. This summer's season features productions of Murder on the Orient Express and The 39 Steps, offering a range of creative and technical opportunities across distinct theatrical styles. Participants gain hands-on experience in all aspects of theatre production-from performance and design to technical operations and audience engagement. The program emphasizes teamwork, creativity, and professionalism, offering meaningful opportunities for both emerging and experienced theatre practitioners to contribute to a dynamic summer season. Responsibilities may include assisting with rehearsals and performances, performing on stage, supporting quick changes, building or moving scenery, operating technical equipment, and engaging with audiences. Depending on the role and level of experience, individuals may also take on specialized duties, support daily departmental operations, collaborate across teams, and help ensure production timelines and standards are met. In more advanced roles, responsibilities can expand to include supervising interns or crew, leading departments, managing budgets and schedules, and contributing to the overall creative vision and strategic direction of productions. All positions play a part in upholding professional industry standards and supporting the artistic and operational success of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate a combination of teamwork, communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Prior experience requirements vary by role, ranging from entry-level opportunities with a focus on skill development to positions requiring significant professional expertise and leadership experience. Tier 1 - MHC Summer Theatre Intern $15.50/ hour Tier 2 - MHC Summer Theatre Professional Staff $16.50/ hour Tier 3 - MHC Summer Theatre Department Heads & Equity $17.50/ hour Summer Contract is full-time working 6-8 weeks, depending on the position Positions:ActorsDirectorsDesigners (Scenic, Lighting, Sound, Costume, etc.)Department Heads (Technical and Administrative)Patron servicesHouse ManagerTicket Operations StaffAssistant Managing Director Background Checks: Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy. Special Instructions for Applicants: Apply online; application materials must include:A cover letter summarizing interests and qualificationsA complete resume or curriculum vitaeFor faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.