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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility Commitment
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the community we serve. Goodspeed Musicals is committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace environment, and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, non-gender binary/trans individuals, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), and people with disabilities are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.
Goodspeed Musicals does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. Equal opportunity employer.
Goodspeed Musicals does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes are only accepted for specific job openings.
Costumes
The Draper is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely construction and alterations of all costume elements assigned to them by the Costume Shop Manager (CSM). The Draper will supervise a First Hand and Stitcher(s) in the sewing and construction of assigned costume elements. In addition, the Draper will assist in supporting the Goodspeed Costume Rentals Team.
The Details:
Start Date: 5/3/2026
End Date: 9/12/2026
Salary: $25/hour, plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Full-Time Non-Exempt or Temporary Full-Time Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Draper Application - (Insert Full Name)".
The First Hand assists the Draper with the cutting, assembling, stitching, and completion of garments for all assigned productions. The First Hand will also oversee a team of Stitchers in the completion of garments for productions.
The Details:
Start Date: 2/9/2026
End Date: 11/13/2026
Salary: $19/hour, plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Full-Time Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 First Hand Application - (Insert Full Name)".
Props
The Props Carpenter assists with the planning, building, execution, and acquisition of all prop elements assigned to them by the Props Manager.
The Details:
Start Date: 2/2/2026
End Date: 12/29/2026
Salary: $18/hour (based on experience), plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Full-Time Non-Exempt or Temporary Full-Time Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Props Carpenter Application - (Insert Full Name)".
Scenic
The Carpenter is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely construction of all scenic elements assigned to them by the Technical Director (TD), Assistant Technical Director (ATD), and/or Shop Foreman (SF).
The Details:
Start Date: 1/26/2026
End Date: 11/13/2026
Salary: $19/hour, plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Full-Time Non-Exempt or Temporary Full-Time Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Carpenter Application - (Insert Full Name)".
The Stagehand is responsible for operation of all assigned scenic moves and assisting in the maintenance and repair of all scenic elements for assigned productions. They lend support to the scene shop in the implementation, build, load-in, and strike of all scenic elements at the Goodspeed Opera House.
The Details:
Start Date: 5/25/2026
End Date: 12/29/2026
Salary: $17/hour, plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Full-Time Non-Exempt or Temporary Full-Time Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Stagehand Application - (Insert Full Name)".
The Shop Foreman (SF) is responsible for the overall workflow of all projects, materials, and labor for the carpentry department. The SF assists the Technical Director (TD) with the supervision and leadership of the scene shop personnel to ensure safe and efficient completion of all projects assigned by the TD and the Assistant Technical Director (ATD). The SF makes recommendations for the efficient running of shop and theatre spaces and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of scene shop and theater tools and equipment.
The Details:
Start Date: 2/1/2026
End Date: Open-Ended
Salary: $25/hour plus time and a half over 40 hours
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Shop Foreman Application - (Insert Full Name)".
Wigs Staff
The Hair & Wig Stylist is responsible for assisting in the care, management, maintenance, and organization of hairstyles, wigs, and makeup as well as developing and running wig tracks for assigned productions.
The Details:
Start Date: 4/6/2026
End Date: 12/29/2026
Salary: $18/hour, plus time and a half over 40 hours, with housing (utilities included)
Seasonal Non-Exempt
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, availability and list of 3 references to jobs@goodspeed.org with the subject line "2026 Hair & Wig Stylist Application - (Insert Full Name)".