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Note: In addition to the professional positions listed below, there are several apprenticeships offered. Click here to learn more.

The Great River Shakespeare Festival is Minnesota’s largest professional Equity theater outside of the Twin Cities and has enjoyed unprecedented success since its 2004 inaugural season. Employing over 70 people at the peak of the season, GRSF presents its five/six-week season of rotating repertory from late June through July in the 430-seat mainstage theater on campus at Winona State University.

A professional acting company of 9-16 actors plus 55 designers, directors, technicians, apprentices, students and admin staff come from around the country to present mainstage productions in repertory, education programs and a variety of Festival events in Winona every summer.

GRSF is committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage everyone to apply regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender-identity, sexual orientation, or disability. Most positions are seasonal; employees that work well within the team are often asked to return for subsequent seasons. Commitment to safe work habits and shop practices is essential. Housing is provided for non-local seasonal employees and contractors. 

All empoloyees and contractors must be willing to abide by current and potential future Covid-19 policies, including testing and wearing masks as directed.

current job openings

PROPS ARTISAN

$700/week for 7 weeks

To apply: Send your resume to production@grsf.org

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Props Artisan works with the Props Designer to supervise the Props Apprentice and create all props for a two-show season. Duties include:

  • Construct and modify props for mainstage shows

  • Supervise the Props Apprentice as they assist in prop construction

  • Create prop maintenance kits for run of show

  • Assist in purchase and transport of pros and supplies

  • Maintain a clean and orderly shop

Qualifications

Required:

  • Knowledge of carpentry, sewing and painting

  • Experience in props construction and modification

  • Strong understanding of theatre and production practices

  • Dedication to a safe and stable work environment

Appreciated:

  • Experience in supervising less experienced craftspeople and/or teaching

  • Driver license


Front of House Associate (3 positions)

$10.85/hour from June - July

To apply: Send your resume to managingdirector@grsf.org

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Selling concessions and merchandise, providing superior customer service, and maintaining accurate and ethical monetary records and deposits following established policies and procedures.

  • Daily setting-up and strike of concessions items and merchandise displays at Performing Arts Center.

  • Managing inventory, including receiving, stocking, ordering as necessary, and programming items and sales tax into Square system.

  • Securing and ensuring proper use of computer tablets used to record sales and credit card transactions.

  • Assist box office and front of house personnel as needed.

Qualifications:

Excellent customer service & communication skills. Attention to details. Able to make financial transactions and make change. Ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.