Production Assistant

The Folger Shakespeare Library knows that an exceptional staff is the backbone of any great organization. We hire exceptionally qualified individuals who are committed to the mission, vision, and values of our organization. Our recruitment process strives to be interactive, accessible, and responsive. Once employed, the Folger provides a generous compensation, leave, and benefits package, as well as many opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Job Description:

Production Assistant, Folger Theatre 

Home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection, Folger Shakespeare Library is a world-class center for scholarship, learning, culture, and the arts. Folger Theatre is a not-for-profit AEA company that produces a full season of plays by Shakespeare and other world-class playwrights. 

We are seeking a Production Assistant to join us as a member of the stage management team for our upcoming production season. The season includes the following productions: 

Julius X, A Re-envisioning of The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare 

By Al Letson 

Directed by Nicole Brewer 

August 26-October 26, 2025 Rehearsal and run 

November 2, 2025 Extension closing 

The Reading Room Festival 

January 20-28, 2025 

As You Like It  

By William Shakespeare 

Directed by Karen Ann Daniels 

February 9-April 12, 2026 Rehearsal and run 

April 19, 2026 Extension closing 

Compensation:  

The PA position will run from 8/26/25-4/19/26 and pays $25/hour. 

Duties: 

Work with the director and Stage Management team to run the rehearsal room, including but not limited to tracking props, managing schedules, being on book, incorporating script updates, and maintaining hospitality. 

Support the Stage Management team in building schedules, running paperwork, and other. organizational documents, managing the creation and upkeep of said paperwork as needed 

Work to keep the rehearsal spaces and theater clean and organized. 

Promote a safe and healthy work environment alongside other team members.  

Assist with props maintenance during production. 

During performances, serve as deck crew, dresser and supporting the backstage scenic, costume, props and company needs. 

Work with XXX to provide the company with supplies for green room and backstage. 

Serve as the COVID-19 Safety Officer 

Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: 

Successful candidates will be self-starting, detail-oriented, and reliable 

Strong communication skills required 

Stage management and/or theater industry experience preferred 

Basic understanding of backstage etiquette  

Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others. 

Ability to keep up a positive attitude in the rehearsal room and backstage. 

Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work quickly and accurately with attention to detail. 

Ability to read a ground plan and tape out theatrical floor plans.