Lighting and Sound Operator

Soho Rep seeks a Lighting & Sound Operator for our upcoming production of Horsegirl & Cowdaddy, at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater at Playwrights Horizons.

For more information about Soho Rep and Horsegirl & Cowdaddy, please visit sohorep.org.

Salary: $34/hour, non-exempt from overtime. Any prep work will also be compensated at the same rate.

Key production dates as follows:

Load-in begins Feb 4, 2027

Prep Work: TBD Feb 12 - 13, as needed

Tech: Feb 16 - 19, 2027

1st Preview: Feb 20, 2027

Opening: Mar 7, 2027

Closing: Mar 21, 2027

Possible extension through Apr 4, 2027

- Serve as the Lighting and Sound Operator for all tech rehearsals, preview rehearsals, and performances.

- Run all pre-show checks for lighting and sound, and comm, as determined, in conjunction with Department Heads and Production Manager.

- Troubleshoot any lighting and sound, and comm issues that may come up throughout the run, coordinating with the Department Heads and Production Manager on any major issues.

- Start up and shut down all equipment pre- and post-show respectively

- Maintain a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace at all times.

We value diverse experiences and believe many different backgrounds can prepare someone for this role. Successful applicants will likely have some combination of the below experience and skill sets:

- Well-rounded experience in Lighting and Sound for live performance

- Experience operating ETC Ion console and QLab

- Working knowledge of theatrical comm systems

- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a keen attention to detail

- Be collaborative and self-motivated, with a positive and can-do attitude

- Dedication to anti-oppressive practices in the theater and beyond and/or a willingness to learn and embody these practices

- Ability to sit and stand for long periods

- Ability to remain calm, professional, and respectful when performing the role and responsibilities

- Ability to move and lift objects up to 50 lbs

- Ability to climb stairs

- Ability to work at heights

- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as set by production schedule

- Holder of a valid FDNY E-06 Certificate of Fitness is a plus

Soho Rep. makes theater that strives to create radical empathy between people. We strongly believe that radical and empathetic work can only be made in an equitable and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please indicate “HGCD Lighting & Sound Operator” in the subject line of your email. In your cover letter, please briefly answer ONE of the following questions:

* Describe your work and communication styles, and share a time when you worked with a coworker who has a different work and communication style from you.

* Share about a difficult work situation or incident that you had to overcome and how you overcame it.

* How would your previous supervisors and coworkers describe you?

Please include 3 professional references in your application.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.