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About: The Marion Cultural and Civic Center in Marion, IL is accepting applications/resumes for the position of Lighting Designer. The position will be responsible for designing, programming, and running lighting for both National touring concerts/ shows and full musical theater productions at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center. The Marion Cultural and Civic Center is an entity of the City of Marion, in turn our positions includes health, dental, and vision insurance options as well as retirement.

Job Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required Formal education in theatre/ lighting design or 4 years of experience in theatrical lighting preferred. Working knowledge of Qlab, DMX, and Artnet/SACN. Working knowledge of ETC Eos Family consoles.

More information and how to apply can be found here: https://marionccc.com/employment/

Or, please email josh@marionccc.com

Huntley Community Consolidated District 158 - Huntley High School is seeking a Performing Arts Center (PAC) Assistant Technical Director to oversee, operate, and maintain all technical assets for the Performing Arts Center with a primary focus on full-spectrum lighting and live sound support. Serving District 158 productions, external events, dance, music, and theatrical performances, key responsibilities center on operating and programming lighting consoles, maintaining automated lighting fixtures, running live sound systems, coordinating wireless frequencies.

Job Requirements: Requires working knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures of theatre, dance, and music productions and presentations; appropriate safety precautions and procedures; basic CAD/Vector design programs; operational knowledge of ETC Eos products. 

Apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/mchenry/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?AppliTrackJobId=16614&FromAdmin=True

Niles North High School is seeking a scenic designer and technical director for our production of Ride the Cyclone this fall. Build begins October 19th, and performances are December 3rd-5th. This position involves working with stage crew students daily from 3:30-5:30, with extended hours for tech, dress rehearsals, and performances. There are also opportunities for positions with future productions. Contact David Solotke (davsol@d219.org) with inquiries or interest.

This position involves working with stage crew students daily from 3:30-5:30, with extended hours for tech, dress rehearsals, and performances.

Apply by October 1st.

Job Description: The Director of Education develops and implements outreach workshops and classes held at the QCT and directs student theatre productions. This role is vital to fostering a love of the performing arts among young people, nurturing creativity, and providing high-quality educational opportunities aligned with our mission, vision, and values. This position is full-time and offers a salary between $50-55k, 100% health insurance coverage, paid vacation, and retirement match after 90 days.

Job Requirements: The ideal candidate will have experience teaching and/or working with youth, excellent communication skills, and a strong background in theatre. A bachelor's degree in theatre arts or a related field is preferred.

For the full job listing, please visit www.1qct.org/employment/.

Special Gifts Theatre is hiring a Program Operations Director

We are a non-for-profit creating inclusive, transformative theatre experiences for individuals with disabilities to fully engage in the world. We are looking to fill some short-term seasonal positions for the 26-27 season that begins in August.

For more detailed information and to complete an online application visit our website www.specialgiftstheatre.org, or email Debbie Taus-Barth (Program Operations Director) at dtausbarth@specialgiftstheatre.org.

Submit online application by August 15, 2026.

Job Description: The Production Electrician at Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) works closely with the Lighting Designer(s) and Technical Director in the School of Theatre Arts (SoTA) to coordinate, supervise, and train students on the execution of designs and safe operation of lighting systems equipment. This person should have experience in lighting network protocols and the safe distribution of electricity. This is a full time, 10 month/year (August-May) on-campus position. Generous benefits.

Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree preferred; a combination of education and professional experience or industry apprenticeship may substitute for a degree. Three years related experience Desired industry certificate, Drivers License required, Physical demands.

To apply, visit https://www.iwu.edu/human-resources/job-openings/ or email applicant materials directly to hr@iwu.edu

Broadway Costumes is hiring a stitcher/lead stitcher.

Job Requirements: 10+ year alterations experience, industrial sewing machine experience.

Click HERE to apply.

Maine South High School Theatre Department is seeking a resident costumer / costume designer for its 2026-2027 season. Below are the job descriptions per production (although the ideal candidate will take on all three positions). For more details and to communicate interest, please contact Maine South Fine Arts Department Chair, Dr. Teralyn Keith (tkeith@maine207.org )

CLICK HERE

Candidates should contact Fine Arts Department Chair, Dr. Teralyn Keith, directly by email to communicate interest: Tkeith@maine207.org

Leyden High School District 212 is hiring a Theater Operations Manager

See the full job description and requirements here:

THEATER OPERATIONS MANAGER

Job Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Technology or a related field preferred. Extensive scenic design and construction skills, accompanied by competency in lighting and sound design and execution. Extensive experience in Fine Arts productions. This position is open until filled.

Apply at the link above or visit www.leyden212.org for more info.

Niles North High School is hiring a Sound Designer/Audio Engineer for our productions of Ride the Cyclone and Mamma Mia! This person will be expected to develop a soundscape for the productions as well as support students in executing live audio mixing for each show. Work on Ride the Cyclone will begin in October for December performances, and work for Mamma Mia! will begin in December for March performances. Contact David Solotke (davsol@d219.org) if interested!

Must have experience working with students

www.nntheatre.com