Theatre Production

The Theatre Department at the University of Southern Maine is seeking applicants for our 2024/2025 academic year Theatre Productions on the Gorham Campus.

Through a wide-ranging production season, interdisciplinary collaborations, community and school outreach, and interactive theatre experiences, the University of Southern Maine’s Department of Theatre contributes to the rich cultural, creative, and artistic life of the greater Portland area and the state of Maine.  

We are seeking to fill the following position for our Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 season:

• Head Electrician ($750 per semester) 
  • Fall 2025 runs from 9/2/2025 – 12/15/2025 and Spring 2026 runs 1/22/2026 – 5/1/2026

For our Fall 2025 Fall Dance Concert we are seeking the following positions:

• (2) Guest Choreographers ($850)
  • Fall 2025 – 9/8/2025 – 12/4/2025
  • Spacing/Tech dates 11/22 – 12/3
• Guest Costume Designer ($850)
  • Fall 2025 – 9/2/2025 – 12/4/2025 
  • Production meetings via zoom beginning in September
  • Spacing/Tech dates 11/22 – 12/3

For our Spring 2026 main stage production of ALL IN THE TIMING by David Ives we are seeking the following positions from 12/1/2025 to 2/28/2025:

• Director ($1,500)
• Guest Scenic Designer ($1,000)
• Guest Costume Designer ($850)
• Guest Lighting Designer ($850)

Production meetings via zoom beginning in December 2025; rehearsals beginning January 22, 2025; tech dates Feb 20-26, 2025.

For our Spring 2026 musical production of CABARET we are seeking the following position from 2/22/2026 to 4/2/2026:

• Guest Lighting Designer ($850)

Production meetings via zoom beginning in January 2025; tech dates Mar 28-Apr 01, 2025.

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. 

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working in theatre and/or performing arts and/or theatre production. 
• Ability to attend rehearsals and production meetings based upon production schedule. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with our faculty and staff, as well as college-aged students in a learning environment. 
• Ability to uphold the positive reputation of the University of Southern Maine

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below and submit the following or visit USM Careers:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Names and contact information for three references

These positions will remain open until filled.  

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

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EEO Statement:

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