Production Assistant Apprentice

A Production Assistant Apprentice is responsible for work with Orchestras, Operas, Special Events, fund raising runouts and Special Projects throughout the dates of employment as directed by the Director of Production.  They help facilitate a positive and enjoyable work environment.  Holistic effective communication and dissemination of information is essential to the successful execution of this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Be prepared to do any and everything related to creating productions – this position is not glamorous but is a realistic look at production from many departments. 
  • Assist in the preseason organizational activities as directed by the Director of Production.
  • Work in all areas of Production Staff as assigned including paints, props, carpentry, costumes, wigs & make-up, lighting, sound, stage management, house management and production management.  
  • Assist Director of Production in postseason close down activities, as directed.
  • OTHER APPROPRIATE DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
  • Supervised by the Director of Production and those designated as crew heads.

Qualifications

  • Able to execute well all above duties and responsibilities.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Highly motivated.
  • Good attitude and work ethic.
  • Willingness to take ownership of your position and not blame other staff members or outside circumstances for your degree of success on individual tasks and on your position as a whole.  
  • Able to take instruction and feedback from supervisors and use it to improve your job performance.
  • Understanding of channels of communication and the importance of clear and open communication.
  • Maintain calm under pressure and receive/ intake information from multiple sources that you quickly prioritize and relay to Technical Director or Director of Production/ act upon if deemed appropriate.
  • Above all, must possess a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and ability to work well in a team dynamic.

Requirements

  • Complete satisfactory background check
  • Must have valid state driver's license and possess a clean driving record

Compensation

Includes a season stipend paid bi-weekly, full board, and on-campus housing

To apply, create an account and start an application using MyBMC. Please upload a cover letter and resume (with references listed) to be considered for this position.

Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. 

Any questions can be directed to:

Andrea Boccanfuso
Director of Production
Brevard Music Center
aboccanfuso@brevardmusic.org

To apply for this position:

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  2. Create a MyBMC account (if you don't already have one).
  3. Sign in to your MyBMC account.
  4. Visit the Employment section.

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Brevard Music Center is a summer institute and festival. Over four hundred young musicians from around the country come each summer to study and perform in over 80 concerts ranging from orchestra to opera, chamber music and pops. As a matter of policy, the Brevard Music Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information (including family medical history) in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of its faculty and staff, or the operation of any of its programs and activities.