I started by listing as many theatre company jobs as I could think of:
- Actor- The performer on stage.
- Directors- Directs the actor on how to best portray the story/ message.
- Producers- Runs the show making sure all those involved in the performance are working effectively to create the performance, whether that be actors, directors or any of the production staff.
- Set Design- Design and make the set needed for a show.
- Prop Design- Design and make the props needed for a show.
- Lighting Technician- Runs the lighting on the actual show and in rehearsals.
- Sound Technician- Runs the sound on the actual show and in rehearsals.
- Musicians- Plays instruments or sings in shows with live music.
- Choreographer- Devises and teaches dance or movements for the actors to learn.
- Costume Designer- Design and make the costumes needed for a show.
- Box Office- Run the ticket sales for the show.
- Stage Hands- Move/ change set during a performance.
- Hair/ Makeup People- Make sure the actors look how they should before going on stage.
- Publicity Manager- Runs the public side of the show, like advertising.
- Casting Director- Responsible for auditioning or contacting actors to be in the shows.
- Chief Executive- The head of the company, makes sure everything is running effectively.
- Finance/ Admin Staff- Make sure the monetary side of the business is running well.
- Education Manager- In charge of the educational aspects of the show as well as educational outreach programs that the company may run.
- FOH/ Bar Staff- Front of house staff run the theatres 'front', selling tickets, food and drinks etc.
- Domestic Staff- Make sure the theatre building is well kept, like cleaners/ caretakers.
- Artistic Director- The 'head' director who has the overall artistic vision for the performance that the performers and directors work to achieve.
- Stage Manager- Makes sure the show runs smoothly back stage, making sure actors/ props etc. are in the correct place at the right time.
- Deputy Stage Manager- Works under and helps the stage manager.
- Company Manager- Oversees and ensures that everything is running smoothly in the company.
- Flyman- Moves set around using ropes and pulleys or using an operating board.
Presenting Theatres: Shows lots of different shows for companies that tour.
Producing Theatres: Makes and produces theatre in their own theatre and they may also go on tour and put them on in other theatres.
Theatre job roles that appeal that appeal to me:
There are a number of the non- performance roles that appeal to me in theatre. One of which is being an Artistic director, it seems like something I would enjoy. The artistic director is in charge of deciding on and envisioning all the creative decisions and ideas of the show, all ideas for the performance are either thought up by or need to be run by and confirmed by the Artistic Director. The Artistic Director works with the directors, casting director(s), performers and most of the creative staff to bring their vision to life. In most theatre companies the Artistic Director would report to the CEO and/or board of Directors. I think that having the ability to bring my ideas and input to life on stage would be very rewarding. It would likely be hard work and long hours but I think I have skills, like my ability to communicate and manage people as well as my good and creative imagination would allow me to work well as an Artistic Director.
The role of Stage Manager also interests me as it is a very important job to keep the show running well. The Stage Manager works back stage to ensure everything like costume, props, set, lighting, sound etc.. is in or happens at the right place at the right time before, during and after the show to make the whole show runs smoothly. They work with the actors, stage hands, set design, lighting and sound technicians to effectively 'run' the show. They would answer to the Production Manger and the Producer. I have good time keeping and am quite a perceptive person which I think would allow me to be a stage manager effectively. While it would likely be a stressful and taxing job I believe I may enjoy and be good at it and it is very important in the running of the show and so it appeals to me.
Education Manager is another theatre role that I am interested in as education and learning are concepts that are very close to my heart. The Education Manager is in charge of education and outreach, organising projects that link education to the shows put on my the theatre companies. They may organise visits to schools or find ways to make the performances more education for those coming to watch them. They report to the Directors and Artist Director and work closely with them. I find this role interesting as I am passionate about education and would find it fulfilling to help teach children through theatre.
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