ABOUT US

Seattle Rep is committed to producing the highest quality programming, and we believe that our ability to contribute to excellence in the arts depends on building a community whose members come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences.

We are part of a growing movement in theater to ensure inclusion of those who have been excluded historically; focusing particularly on racial and ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, and women, ensuring they are at the decision-making table and reflected in our community.

Mission

Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of our region.

Vision

Theater at the heart of public life

Values

Artistic Vitality, Sustainability, Generous and Inclusive Practices

ABOUT THE POSITION

Seattle Rep is seeking a Lighting Design Apprentice. As part of our commitment to developing emerging theater artists, we offer a specialized Lighting Design Apprenticeship for applicants who have academic or equivalent early career experience in lighting design and are looking to expand their knowledge to the workings of a large regional theater. This Apprenticeship focuses on two main areas: developing the practical skills of an Assistant Lighting Designer – VW Drafting and paperwork, communicating with vendors, working with a union stage crew, pre-production and planning, etc. – and developing the Apprentice's design skill set through a series of theoretical design projects including research methods, drawing, storyboarding, model building, etc. The Lighting Design Apprentice will split their time between the rigors of tech and the fast-paced environment of an active production office, honing skills and developing work practices that will guide them throughout their career in Lighting Design. The supervisors for this apprenticeship are Lighting Director Robert J. Aguilar and Lighting Associate Lily McLeod.

TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE:
Assistant Lighting Designer in Tech (50%)

• Serve as the primary Assistant Lighting Designer in the Leo K and the secondary ALD in the Bagley Wright
• Assist with and lead calling Focus
• Update plot/paperwork/cue sheet with changes from tech and throughout the tech process, and publish final paperwork to hand off to the Head Electrician for opening
• Take and organize notes for the Lighting Designer/ALD, and communicate them to the Union stage crew for execution
• Be exposed to and build relationships with some of the top designers in the country

Administrative duties outside of tech (40%)

• Use Vectorworks and Lightwright to process incoming design paperwork - check for errors, edit with any updates, communicate questions between designers and the stage crew
• Draft additional paperwork needed for shows – hang paperwork, ground plans, set electrics install plans, magic sheets etc.
• Research creative solutions for design challenges/implementation
• Assist in coordinating purchases and rentals for the Lighting Department
• Attend production meetings & mandatory staff meetings (All staffs, EDI trainings)

Apprentice Activities (10%)

• Attend Apprentice trainings, workshops, check-ins, and outings
• Participate in design projects as time allows – including research images, storyboards, and a final light plot/paperwork
• Serve as Lighting Designer for the Next Narrative Monologue Competition

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Lighting Design experience at a college level or professional equivalent
• Prior knowledge of how to read and generate a lighting plot and basic lighting paperwork
• An understanding of standard stage lighting equipment
• Aptitude for creative problem solving
• Self-motivated
• Able to maintain patience and composure under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Work Samples
• Commitment to racial equity and social justice practices, and a desire to contribute to a more equitable and inclusive work environment

ACCEPTABLE WORK SAMPLES:

• One hand or computer-drafted lighting plot with associated paperwork

• Either four photographs of your design work or a link to a digital portfolio or website that includes photographs of your design work

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience with Vectorworks and Lightwright

Seattle Rep is excited about and actively working towards becoming a more diverse, anti-racist organization. We are interested in attracting, developing, and advancing the most talented individuals regardless of their race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status or any other dimension of diversity. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.

Every candidate brings something special to the table. If your experience and skills don't perfectly align with the job qualifications but you are excited about the role, feel your values align well with the Rep, and are willing to strive for excellence in your work, please apply. We will train the right candidate.

TO BE CONSIDERED:

1. Review the minimum requirements for the opportunity.
2. Complete all areas of the online application.
3. Attach a resume and letter of interest (cover letter).
4. Submit one letter of recommendation with your application. (Reference letters will not be accepted separately from the application.)
5. Submit a Work Sample using the below guidelines.

ACCEPTABLE WORK SAMPLES:

1. One hand or computer-drafted lighting plot with associated paperwork
2. Either four photographs of your design work or a link to a digital portfolio or website that includes photographs of your design work

Applications will be reviewed once the position has closed.

Seattle Rep has a mandatory COVID vaccination policy for all employees, with accommodations for medical and religious exemptions only.