Overhire Electrician/Followspot

This is a Freelance Job

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS OVERHIRE ELECTRICIAN/FOLLOWSPOT OPERATOR

Status: Temporary hourly position eligible for overtime after 40 hrs
Contract Dates: April 13, 2026 to May 31, 2026

The Electrician/FS OP will work as run crew on assigned show and assist other departments when needed.
The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and ability to work as a part of the team. Gulfshore Playhouse values hard work, kindness, generosity, passion, and grace-under-pressure. Employee will be expected to work extended hours on occasion when necessary to meet goals. Some weekend and evening hours are required including attendance at performances, special events, and/or meetings that may happen outside normal hours.
Skills:
- Knowledge of ETC Lighting Consoles
- Knowledge of ETC fixtures and intelligent light fixtures
- Knowledge in troubleshooting and repairing lighting fixtures and equipment
- Experience in hanging, circuiting, and focusing lighting fixtures
- Experience reading lighting plots and other lighting paperwork
- Creative problem-solving
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
- Ability to manage time and productivity effectively
- Ability to multitask and achieve tight deadlines
Duties:
- Runs spot light for assigned show
- Performs the pre and post show checklists
- Troubleshoot and repair lighting fixtures during the run of the show
- Attend lighting hang and focus for each production
- Attend tech rehearsals
- Read all reports and act on any notes
- Adhere to all safety protocols at all times
- Any other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
- One to two years experience in the field (including at the college level)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Ability to climb ladders, use mobile lifts, catwalks and work at heights
- Ability to work overhead with heavy equipment
- Ability to work in tight, enclosed spaces including ones in the air
- Ability to work in dark spaces
- Ability to stand for long periods of time depending on assignment
- Ability to work in an environment with haze and strobes
- Ability to work in and with proper personal protective equipment
- Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools

Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply.