P/T Musical Theatre Production Supervisor for Grades 6-12

P/T Musical Theatre Production Supervisor for Grades 6-12

0.40 FTE (approx. 16 hours per week)

[August 2025 – May 2026]

Introduction

San Domenico is an independent, K-12 day and boarding school with a tradition of innovation and academic excellence since 1850. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional education rooted in inquiry, reflection, and purpose. We foster a community where students are encouraged to discover their passions; lead with courage, wisdom, and kindness; and make a meaningful impact in their immediate and extended environments. Embracing inclusivity and our role in an interconnected society, we emphasize respect for a broad spectrum of diversities and encourage our students to become advocates for a better, more just future.

Located on a bucolic 515-acre campus in Marin County, San Domenico is California’s oldest independent school. Comprising individuals from around the world, our student body is the foundation of our dynamic and diverse cultural and academic environment. In this unique setting, our diverse community of 680 students, including 140 boarding students from over 20 countries, flourishes as scholars, innovators, and responsible global citizens.

Position Statement

San Domenico School, a K-12 independent school in San Anselmo, is seeking an experienced, dynamic teaching professional for the role of Musical Theatre Production Supervisor for the Middle School and Upper School musical productions.

Key Responsibilities:

Organize and manage student technical crew
Design and construct set and props for productions
Compile sound and video effects for productions
Educate and support middle and high school students in all of the above areas

The Musical Theatre Production Supervisor will:

Communicate with Director, Music Director, and student stage manager to track technical needs for show, including audio, video, scenic and properties needs
Communicate with the Technical Director regarding all systems that pertain to the teaching, storage and performance space.
Communicate audio and lighting needs and system capabilities to engineering contractors
Find, record, and edit sound effects for show
Collect and/or create show-specific props and furniture, including loan or purchase and transportation of items or materials
Work with Director on scenic design for the show within safety, spacial, time, and budget restrictions
Complete scenic construction, including but not limited to the use of table and miter saws, sanders, powered drills, and other construction tools and machinery
Direct a parent volunteer to crew to assist with construction, painting, and props creation
Work to, or coordinate with Digital Arts department to, collect and edit video effects for show
Coordinate additional equipment rentals as needed, including pickup and return
Coordinate with lighting and audio engineering contractors during technical rehearsals and performances
Recruit and coordinate student crew, including builders, stage crew, dressers, followspot operators, and VFX/SFX operator
Create and post technical crew meeting and workday schedules, including weekly meetings with crew members
Communicate in a timely and clear manner with student crew and adult support (other designers, teachers, parent volunteers, etc)
Plan and map out special effects cues and set changes for show, and assign and train student crew accordingly
Assist in reserving rehearsal spaces
Schedule & participate in paper tech, cue-to-cue, and all technical rehearsals and shows
Record and present stage crew notes
Plan and direct show strike, including organizing cast and crew work assignments
Coordinate with the Director on production-related purchases and expenses. Submit all receipts in a timely manner and no later than one week after the show closes.
Maintain a clean and safe environment in the Hall of the Arts building, including our performance stage in the Carol Frances Buck Hall
Be available afternoon/evenings and weekends to support productions
Core Qualifications:

Must have 4+ years experience in a live performance setting (theatre, music, dance, etc). Experience in student or community theatre production is a plus
1+ additional year of theatre or event management experience preferred
OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 Construction certification
Must be proficient in QLab
Must be comfortable using 10+ foot ladder
Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
Preferred Qualifications:

Extensive experience working with 6-12 grade students and parent volunteers
Extensive experience collaborating with a creative team on musical theatre productions

Compensation: This position is nonexempt, which is eligible for paid overtime in accordance with applicable state and federal law.  The position pays $35.00 – $41.20 per hour, depending on skill set and experience. As a limited part-time employee, this position is ineligible for benefits.

How to apply:

Please send a cover letter via email to Human Resources at hr@sandomenico.org, describing how your experience and skills will contribute to the position, along with your resume and desired rate. Or mail to:

San Domenico School

1500 Butterfield Road

San Anselmo, CA 94960

Attn: P/T Musical Theatre Production Supervisor

San Domenico School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, disability, medical condition, religion, veteran status, marital status or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

No phone calls, please

Tagged as: K-12