CREW MEMBER / PRODUCTION ASSISTANT and ASSISTANTS

CREW MEMBERS and PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS and ASSISTANTS perform their duties under the supervision of their HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, who in turn is under the supervision of the TECHNICAL DIRECTOR, PRODUCTION MANAGER and the Resident Staff and Faculty.

Under the unionized staffing structure, all CREW MEMBERS and PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS and ASSISTANTS are under the scheduling and disciplinary control of the LOCAL BUSINESS AGENT. When assigned to a call, they report to the HOUSE HEAD for daily work direction. However, as the PRODUCTION MANAGER is still responsible for staffing non-unionized departments, some CREW MEMBERS and PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS and ASSISTANTS may find themselves doing BOTH union and non-union work.

These duties may include construction, assembly, transportation, installation, set-up, clean-up, operation, and strike of any production element whatsoever. Since it is difficult to predict the workload for a given production before staffing is complete, a CREW MEMBER or PRODUCTION ASSISTANT and ASSISTANTS may be assigned to assist in departments other than the one to which they were originally assigned.

Notes for Assistants:

• The job will vary in scope and scale show to show and supervisor to supervisor
• Your job is as assigned by your supervisor
• Learn the job description of your Head to better under what they are working to complete

General areas of responsibility shall include but not be limited to:

PRIOR TO A CALL

• Reads the script
• Checks the callboard three times a day
• Arrives on time to a posted call, prepared to work; is permitted to be absent from a call only after completing a PERMISSION TO BE ABSENT form
• Arrives to a call with all of the personal safety equipment and tools necessary for the job, as prescribed by the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT; NOTE: Failure to arrive at a call with the appropriate safety equipment or tools may result in dismissal from the call

NOTE: the list on the daily schedule is a courtesy and all tools needed will not always be listed.

• recognizes the need to present a disciplined and positive work ethic; recognizes the need to work efficiently, making the best use of time and resources

WHILE ON CALL

• Performs work as assigned by the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
• Ensures that the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT has adequately explained the task, including method, materials, equipment and safety concerns; asks for clarification when necessary
• Ensures that they possess or obtain a complete understanding of the correct and safe use of all tools and equipment; ASKS WHEN IN DOUBT
• Obtains any additional safety information necessary to their work
• Ensures that all work is carried out in a safe manner according to departmental safety policies and practice
• Ensures that fellow CREW MEMBERS use safety equipment at all times; discontinues work which is judged to be unsafe; reports any unsafe condition to the DEPARTMENT HEAD and a Staff or Faculty supervisor.
• Makes no changes to designs without the permission of the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT or DESIGNER; reports any changes requested by the DESIGNER to the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT.
• Makes no changes to borrowed or rented items without the owner’s express and written permission; when in doubt, checks with HEAD OF DEPARTMENT.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for the duration of the call and leaves the area safe, clean and tidy at the end of each call.
• Reports all lost, stolen and broken tools immediately; returns tools and equipment to their proper storage areas.
• Performs repair work and maintenance as required by the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT.

GENERAL

• Attends production meetings
• Attends rehearsal as necessary
• Reads daily rehearsal notes
• May be required to crew the production during the technical and dress rehearsal and performance periods
• Maintains a disciplined and focussed attitude during rehearsals and performances
• Is sensitive to high degree of concentration required by actors, dancers, and other technical staff.
• Observes rules regarding eating, drinking and smoking on stage and in backstage areas
• Participates in the strike of the production for their area, in consultation with the HEAD OF DEPARTMENT
• Familiarizes themselves with the strike plan and procedure; ensures that equipment is correctly and safely stored in its proper location

AFTER THE PERFORMANCE

• Attends and participates in the post-mortem for the production
• Help with any calls for the post-strike, clean up and returns

NOTE: Just because the show has closed does not mean the work is done

This information is intended as a guideline only. It is not intended to replace the required reading or research in your area, or information gained in the classroom.

The demands of this position, and the hours worked, will vary with each production.

THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION MAY BE ALTERED WITHOUT NOTICE BY THE RESIDENT STAFF AND FACULTY