📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng (320 Pretorius Street)
📅 Closing Date: 20 August 2025
💰 Salary: Market-related
📌 Positions Available: 2 (Permanent)
About the Role
Join Africa’s largest theatre complex as a Stage Assistant and help deliver world-class productions at this prestigious cultural institution.
Key Responsibilities
🎪 Backstage Management:
- Organize props, costumes, and stage elements
- Maintain inventory tracking systems
🛠️ Production Support:
- Assist with stage setup/breakdown
- Support technical teams during performances
👗 Performer Assistance:
- Manage quick costume changes
- Resolve prop emergencies during shows
⚠️ Safety Compliance:
- Implement backstage safety protocols
- Secure equipment storage
Requirements
✅ Essential:
- Grade 12 certificate
- 1+ year theatre/event production experience
- Physical stamina (lifting/moving props)
🌟 Advantageous:
- Knowledge of cue sheets & scripts
- Inventory software experience
Skills Needed:
✔️ Exceptional attention to detail
✔️ Ability to work under pressure
✔️ Strong teamwork & communication
Why Join?
- 🎟️ Free/discounted show access
- 🎨 Work with leading theatre professionals
- 📈 Skills development in live production
How to Apply
- Prepare Documents:
- Detailed CV (3 references)
- Certified qualifications
- Submit By:
📧 Email: jobs@statetheatre.co.za
OR
✉️ Hand Delivery:
SA State Theatre, 320 Pretorius St, Pretoria
⚠️ Note: No late applications accepted
Selection Process
- Practical backstage assessment
- Panel interview with production team
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Enquiries:
☎️ (012) 392 4000
🌐 www.statetheatre.co.za
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