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GOODMAN THEATRE

Human Resources Apprentice

Chicago, IL

$18.75/hr

The Goodman Theatre is seeking a Human Resources Apprentice for a year-long assignment, with a possible extension. The apprentice will primarily serve the administrative needs of a three-person team ...

Chess

Temporary Theater Technician

San Jose, CA · On-site

$18.54/hr

Provides technical theater students with training in the use of technical equipment. * Provides ... of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Wipliance

Experienced Low Voltage Apprentice

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Wipliance is currently on the search for experienced low voltage apprentices! We currently have ... theater installation, and total technology integration. We are not only known for our stellar ...

Wipliance

1 - 2 Year Apprentice

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

As an Apprentice, you will receive advanced on-the-job training in smart lighting control, motorized shades, home theater installation, and total technology integration. Why Wipliance? At Wipliance ...

Wipliance

1 - 2 Year Apprentice

Scottsdale, AZ

$18 - $23/hr

As an Apprentice, you will receive advanced on-the-job training in smart lighting control, motorized shades, home theater installation, and total technology integration. Why Wipliance?At Wipliance ...

Wipliance

1 - 2 Year Apprentice

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

As an Apprentice, you will receive advanced on-the-job training in smart lighting control, motorized shades, home theater installation, and total technology integration. Why Wipliance? At Wipliance ...

Wipliance

1 - 2 Year Apprentice

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

As an Apprentice, you will receive advanced on-the-job training in smart lighting control, motorized shades, home theater installation, and total technology integration. Why Wipliance?At Wipliance ...

La Jolla Playhouse

$17.75/hr

This apprenticeship is designed for early career stage managers who want to deepen their skills in ... BA/BFA in Theatre or related field helpful but not required. * Interest in developing skills in ...

Seattle Children's Theatre

Teaching Artist

Seattle, WA · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

... apprentices, and fellows. About SCT: Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) has served more than 4 million children since its founding in 1975 through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget ...

USHG

Beverage Apprentice

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Located in the heart of the theater district, The View spans two floors, offering both a lively bar ... The Beverage Apprentice works hand in hand with the Beverage Team on all aspects of logistics ...

Seattle Children's Theatre

Teaching Artist

Seattle, WA

$30 - $50/hr

... apprentices, and fellows. About SCT: Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) has served more than 4 million children since its founding in 1975 through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget ...

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How much do apprentice theatre jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice theatre in the United States is $22.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Apprentice Theatre vs Theatre Technician?

AspectApprentice TheatreTheatre Technician
Required CredentialsEntry-level training, apprenticeships, or related courseworkTechnical certifications, vocational training, or experience in theatre technology
Work EnvironmentOn-the-job training in theatre settings, assisting with productionsTechnical setup, lighting, sound, and stage management in theatres
Employer & Industry UsageTheatre companies, production houses, arts organizationsTheatre venues, production companies, event services

While both roles are involved in theatre production, an Apprentice Theatre focuses on learning and assisting in various theatre operations, often as part of a training program. A Theatre Technician, on the other hand, is more specialized in technical aspects like lighting, sound, and stage setup, often requiring specific technical skills and certifications.

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Theater Technician (OnCall)

Theater Technician (OnCall)

Ocean County College

Toms River, NJ • On-site

$30/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Ocean County College rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

359th of 612 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Main Campus - Toms River, NJ
Job Type: On-Call
Job Number: 202200230
Division: Finance & Administration
Department: Performing Arts - OnCall Employee
Opening Date: 06/13/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Additional Information: This position is on-call and hours vary, with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Assignments can range from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. and include weekdays and weekends. Annual cap is 1508 hours.
The Position
This position is a call as-needed position that includes a broad range of support personnel required to execute productions in the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts venues and across Ocean County College campus, as requested. The productions include touring shows, rental events, college performance groups, and the OCC Rep Theater's annual summer musical.
Classification: Casual/As-Needed
Casual Duration: As Needed
What You Will Do
Technicians will assist the Technical Production Manager and Technical Production Coordinators in various functions. Specific activities will be determined by production needs and individual technician's skills and experience, and may include:
1. Loading - in/out of sets, lights, costumes, audio
2. Lighting - hanging and focusing lighting equipment, operating lighting console, follow spot operator
3. Audio
4. Carpentry/Set Construction
5. Painting
6. Rigging
7. Related duties as assigned
The Successful Candidate Must Have
1. Ability to follow directions and be receptive to feedback.
2. General understanding of backstage procedures and protocols.
3. Effective communication skills, attention to detail, and good follow-through.
Rate determined as follows:
• Senior Theater Technician - $30.00/ hour: Ten (10) years of demonstrated theater production experience and/or education.
• Theater Technician - $21.00/ hour: Five (5) years of demonstrated theater production experience and/or education.
• Apprentice Theater Technician - $17.00/ hour: Three (3) years of demonstrated theater production experience and/or education.
Ocean County College offers the following benefits to temporary or on-call as needed employees:
Time Off:
OCC follows the NJ Sick Leave Law, providing one (1) hour of sick leave per every thirty (30) hours worked. A maximum of forty (40) hours may be accrued.
Employee Assistance Program:
OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.
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How many years of technical theater experience do you have? (Must give a numerical answer)Briefly explain which venues and productions constitute your years of experience. (1-3 sentences ONLY)
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The following questions will ask you about specific areas of theater experience. Your answers must mention experience from a live theater production setting ONLY. If you have experience in that area, please use the textbox to briefly describe your experience (in 1-2 sentences). If you do not have experience in that area, skip that question and move on. Do you understand?
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  • No

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Experience in: Loading - (in/out of sets, lights, costumes, audio)
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Experience in: Rigging
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Experience in: Electrical ( hanging and focusing lighting equipment, operating lighting console, follow spot operator)
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Experience in: Carpentry
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Experience in: Painting
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Experience in: Audio
09
Experience in: Stage Management
10
Experience in: Other theater-related technical experience (Please explain)
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