Hello all, thank you for another great in BOLD. As we go into our final year of Cohort 3, we have updated for some more specific KPIs.  Please fill out this report form by Friday July 17, 2026. If you need an extension to July 31st, please let us know.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to write to Mandi Benjamin, HGB Associate Producer at mbenjamin@northernstage.org.

Thank you for considering registering for Education Programs at Northern Stage.         - To qualify for Sliding Scale, please fill out the form below to take advantage of our tuition support.       - You will be required to submit the first two pages of the parents'/guardians' most recent federal income tax return. Without these documents we will not be able to process your submission.      - If you believe you qualify for further financial aide, you may provide information about additional circumstances we should consider in our optional statement of need.      - Northern Stage uses the Vermont Department for Children and Families Child Care Financial Assistance Sliding Fee Scales as a guideline.      - Once submitted, your responses are valid through June 1, 2026 and will apply to all programs you participate in.         Applications may be submitted through this Submittable form, postal mail, or email:         Mail:      Northern Stage      Attn: Sam Empey      76 Gates Street      White River Junction, VT 05001         Email: sempey@northernstage,org         

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Co- Director of Education, Sam Empey, at sempey@northernstage.org.

Scenic Charge Artist

Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks a Painter/Scenic Charge Artist to join our full-time staff. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Technical Director.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Execute all paint techniques needed for in-house built scenery including carving, faux finishes, texturing, and drop painting. Do any touch ups and notes necessary for outsourced scenery during the load-in and tech process
• Executes scenic and paint related notes through the run of productions
• Work with Technical Director to build paint schedule
• Keep the Paint Shop and associated work areas clean and safe. Maintain tools, equipment, and stock necessary for the Paint Shop
• Color match and provide samples for Scenic Designers as requested
• Assist with load-in primarily focused on paints but helping additional departments as necessary
• Attend scheduled production and staff meetings

Qualifications:

• One year of experience in professional shops. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
• Knowledge of theatrical scenic painting, surface treatments, and building techniques
• Ability to read construction drawings and paint elevations
• Proficiency in color matching, carving, faux finishes, texturing, marbling, and wood graining
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
• OSHA General Industry 10-Hour and OSHA Aerial Lift Safety certifications are a plus
• Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
• Ability to safely lift 75 lbs.
• BA or BFA in technical theater a plus

Job Type: Full time, with some nights and weekends required 

Contract Dates:  8/24/2026 - 6/7/2027

Compensation: $900 per week, paid bi weekly (overtime exempt)

Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, and offers vision as an optional add-on with an employee contribution of $1/month. Accident insurance is available at an employee cost of $15/month. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following hiring before Northern Stage benefits become active, with the exception of the 403(b) program which is active on the first day of employment.

 PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off according to our PTO policy, which includes 12 vacation days annually, personal days, sick leave, and parental leave.

Subject to availability, subsidized housing is obtainable for lease through Northern Stage. 

How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or Submittable

• Resume 
• Cover letter 
• Three (3) references 

Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/358363/fy27-scenic-charge-artist

We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education. 

Assistant Lead Electrician

Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks an experienced Assistant Lead Electrician to join the full-time staff. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. This position reports directly to the Lead Electrician and works closely with Lighting Designers, Projection Designers, and other production department heads to help coordinate all electrics-related activity necessary to execute programming.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Lead Electrician in the planning and execution of all lighting and video designs including hang, focus, maintenance, and strike
• Function as the Lead Electrician for designated education productions and special events
• Help plan and execute onstage practicals, atmospherics, and special effects
• Help to maintain lighting and video inventory and grid space, including but not limited to intelligent LED fixtures and cue lights. Perform equipment repairs as needed
• Serve as the primary Programmer and show operator for the mainstage season on an ETC Ion XE Console. 
• Run a followspot and/or be a Deck Electrician for designated productions
• Attend scheduled production and staff meetings as a representative of the Electrics department when the Lead Electrician is not available
• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all working areas and storage spaces.
• Provide support for events outside the mainstage and education seasons
• Support other production departments as needed
• Work with the Lead Electrician to plan and facilitate rentals, borrows, and loans
• Supervise overhire electricians, students and volunteers during load-ins and strikes as needed.

Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience in professional theatrical lighting. A combination of education and professional experience will be considered
• Strong knowledge of the ETC Ion, Lightwright, Vectorworks, Isadora, Millumin, QLab and AutoCAD experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite
• Strong knowledge of conventional dimming and lighting fixture operation and maintenance
• Knowledge of basic rigging practices and intelligent LED fixtures preferred
• Experience with wiring and soldering especially as they relate to practicals and LED diodes/tape
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organization skills
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of theatrical safety conventions, OSHA regulations, and fire codes
• OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification and Aerial Lift Certification a plus. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach challenges collaboratively
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a box truck and Cargo Van
• Comfortable working at heights in excess of 20 feet in a lift and on a tension mesh grid
• Ability to safely lift 75 lbs
• BA or BFA in technical theater a plus

Job Type Full time, with some nights and weekends required 

Contract Dates: 8/24/2026 - 6/7/2027 with possibility for renewal

Compensation: $870/week, paid bi-weekly (exempt)

Benefits: Northern Stage offers dental and life insurance and covers 100% of these premiums, and offers vision as an optional add-on with an employee contribution of $1/month. Accident insurance is available at an employee cost. We offer an employee-funded 403(b) retirement account, an FSA, and pet insurance. There is a 60-day waiting period following your hiring date before Northern Stage benefits become active, with the exception of the 403(b) program, which is active on the first day of employment.

PTO: All full time Northern Stage staff members are eligible for Paid Time Off, according to our PTO policy.

How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or via Submittable 

• Resume 
• Cover letter 
• Three (3) references 

Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/359711/fy27-assistant-lead-electrician 

We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education

 Over Hires for the 2026-2027 Season

Northern Stage, a LORT D 240 seat regional theater in White River Junction, VT, seeks various experienced Over Hires for their 2026-2027 season. Northern Stage produces a mainstage season, an education season, a New Works festival, and 4-6 other events year-round. 

Scenic / Props

• Position: Scenic Carpenter      
  • Contract Dates: 10/5/2026 - 11/6/2026 

      

• Position: Props Artisan     
  • Contract Dates: 10/19/2026 - 11/15/2026 

      

Costumes / Wardrobe

• Position: Advance Stitcher     
  • Contract Dates: 10/12/2026 - 11/22/2026 

      

• Position: Stitchers      
  • Contract Dates: 10/19/2026 - 11/15/2026 

      

• Position: Wigs and Wardrobe Technician     
  • Contract Dates: 11/10/2026 - 1/3/2027 

      

• Position: Wardrobe Technician     
  • Contract Dates: 11/10/2026 - 1/3/2027 

      

Electrics / Projections / Audio 

• Position: Electrician 
  • Contract Dates: 10/19/2026 - 11/15/2026 

      

• Position: Spotlight Operators 
  • Contract Dates: 11/11/2026 - 1/3/2027 
  • Contract Dates: 4/28/2027 - 5/30/2027 

      

• Position: Projections Programmer 
  • Contract Dates: 11/7/2026 - 11/21/2026

      

• Position: Projections Operator 
  • Contract Dates: 11/17/2026 - 1/3/2027

      

• Position: A1      
  • Contract Dates: 11/2/2026 - 1/3/2027 

      

• Position: A2      
  • Contract Dates: 9/7/2026 - 10/11/2026 
  • Contract Dates: 4/6/2027 - 5/30/2027 

      

Travel and housing provided 

How to apply: Send the following to Production Manager Josh Davis via email (production@northernstage.org) or via Submittable. 

• Resume 
• Cover letter 
• Three (3) references 

Please specify which position(s) you are applying for in the subject line of your email and in your cover letter (please specify on your resume if neither of the above pertain to your method of submitting).

Questions can be directed to the email listed above.

Submittable https://northernstage.submittable.com/submit/360818/fy27-season-overhires

We believe the most important and impactful art is made when we consider and commit to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access both on and off of our stage. We highly encourage folks who are Black, Native or Indigenous, People of Color, Queer or Trans, Poor or Working Class, Disabled, Young, Elderly, and/or who speak English as a second language to apply. To learn more about Northern Stage, please visit our website: www.northernstage.org/education.