Spend Your Summer in the Berkshire: Seasonal Production Opportunities at Jacob’s Pillow! - Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival

Join our seasonal production team at Jacob’s Pillow and spend the summer in the beautiful Berkshire, Western Massachusetts, where you’ll help stage world-class performances at our newly rebuilt Doris Duke Theatre, the historic Ted Shawn Theatre, and the stunning Henry J. Leir Stage.



As a seasonal member of our production team, you’ll help create unforgettable performances for one of the most celebrated dance festivals in the world. Our seasonal positions include:



- Ted Shawn Theatre (TST): Production Manager, Stage Carpenter, Electrician, Wardrobe Technician, Audio Engineer

- Doris Duke Theatre (DDT): Stage Carpenter, Electrician, Wardrobe Technician, Audio Engineer

- Henry J. Leir Stage (HJL): Production Manager, Stage Manager, Wardrobe Technician, Audio Engineer

- Events: Production Manager

- Festival: Electrician, Wardrobe Supervisor, Audio Supervisor, Festival Engineer, Video Supervisor, Stage Operations Supervisor, Stage Operation Technician



Why Work at the Pillow?

- Hands-on Responsibilities: Develop practical experience and professional skills in a fast-paced, immersive environment.

- Room & Board: Enjoy on-site accommodations, three free meals a day, and a vibrant campus life.

- Artistic Immersion: Free access to performances, classes, talks, and studios—immerse yourself in dance and culture every day.

- Collaborative Community: Work closely with a diverse team of artists, technicians, and creative professionals from around the world.



We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether you’ve done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team driven by creativity, curiosity, inclusion, integrity, flexibility, and partnership.



HIRING PROCESS

Apply: Interested individuals are encouraged to send a cover letter, resume, and references by submitting an application using the “Apply” buttons below. Video and/or audio applications are welcome (though not required) in addition to written expressions of interest.



Interview: Interview with one JP Production Staff Member. Second Interview with two members of the Production Staff. Both interviews on Zoom.



Supplemental Materials: There will be no supplemental materials required for this position though additional examples of the candidates' work are always welcome.



If you need accommodations to make this application process happen, please connect with us at hr@jacobspillow.org. We will work to support you through the application process via email, phone call, and/or video chat.


Salary: $20 - $23 per hour