Job Opportunities
SOUND ENGINEER: 26/27 SEASON SHOWS
From the first note of the orchestra to the final line on stage, the Sound Engineer helps create a seamless experience where performers feel supported and audiences stay fully connected to the story. This role is for someone with live sound mixing experience, especially in musical theatre, who enjoys blending technical precision with creative collaboration in a fast-paced environment. If you’re energized by problem-solving in real time, working closely with artists and volunteers, and helping productions sound their absolute best, this could be a great fit for you.
SOUND ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION
SOUND DESIGNER: 26/27 SEASON SHOWS
Sound Designer is also available for our 26/27 season of shows and may be combined with Sound Engineer for the right candidate.
Working closely with the director and creative team, the Sound Designer makes intentional artistic choices about how sound supports each moment, from subtle background elements to impactful musical transitions. This role is responsible for developing the sound concept for each show including choosing and designing sound effects, music, speaker placement, and microphone approaches. By crafting a cohesive and thoughtful soundscape, the Sound Designer helps ensure the story is clear, engaging, and immersive, while setting the foundation for the Sound Engineer to execute the design in performance.
This is a stipend position contracted per show. KEY DATES AVAILABLE HERE.
SEASON STAGE MANAGEMENT ROLES
Love keeping things organized and making the magic happen behind the scenes? As part of our stage management team you’ll track cues, manage props, and support the cast and crew—perfect for quick thinkers who love live theatre. Full job descriptions, including how to apply, are linked below. If you have questions about any of these positions please email Grace, Company Stage Manager & Production Assistant, at Grace@GREATTheatre.org.
MUSICIANS
Most of our musicals have a live orchestra which we contract musicians for on a show by show basis. If you’re a professional musician and interested, please email Jobs@GREATTheatre.org with your qualifications and relevant experience
TECHNICIANS
Join our team of part-time technicians! Full job description is linked below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions open until filled. If interested, please email your resume or a letter of interest including relevant experience to jobs@greattheatre.org.
PART-TIME THEATRE LIGHTING TECHNICIAN
ABOUT GREAT
Great River Educational Arts Theatre (GREAT), is a non-profit community theatre that enriches lives by bringing people together to build lasting connections through theatrical storytelling that challenges, educates, entertains, and inspires. Through dynamic programming that consists of producing 8 full-scale shows featuring local talent, multiple collaborations, and innovative educational outreach, we invite people to be part of the story to build a more vibrant Central Minnesota, celebrate differences, and create a sense of belonging. By reaching more than 50,000 people each year, GREAT brings our community together through the transformative power of the arts.
GREAT is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. We aspire to create a team that represents the diversity of our community while creating a space that encourages and embraces inclusiveness, equal opportunity, and respect. Additionally, we are committed to anti-racism through ongoing and consistent action both as individuals and collectively as an organization.