America's Oldest · Founded 1808

Employment

Walnut Street Theatre is currently accepting resumes for the following positions:


Head Electrician

Walnut Street Theatre is seeking an experienced Head Electrician. Responsibilities include analyzing and implementing all light plots & design plans; supervising electrics load-in and load-out for all mainstage shows; communicating key information to lighting crew; running performances, and other lighting duties as assigned. Candidate should have excellent programming skills, and extensive experience working in a theatrical setting. Candidate must be able to work closely with management, designers, and other onstage departments. This is a full-time, seasonal, IATSE position. Candidate need not be IATSE to apply, and will join Local 8 upon hiring. The current hourly rate is $38.50-$49.72. 

TO APPLY:

Please send cover letter, resume, and three references to Siobhán Ruane, Director of Production, at wstproduction@gmail.com and include “Head Electrician” in the subject line. Walnut Street Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 


Wig and Makeup Coordinator

Walnut Street Theatre is seeking applicants for the IATSE 799 position of Wig and Makeup Coordinator for their upcoming 2025-2026 season. The Wig and Makeup Coordinator manages the wig and make-up needs for all WST productions, manages the wigs crew, and supports the wardrobe team for all mainstage performances. Duties include maintaining all wig and make-up supplies, coordinating with designers, and applying wigs and make-up during performances. Candidates should have experience in leading a wigs team at a professional theatre, basic alteration skills, and excellent theatrical wig and makeup skills. This full-time, hourly position requires night, weekend, and some holiday hours as the performance schedule dictates. Candidate need not be IATSE to apply, and will join Local 799 upon hiring. The current hourly rate is $28-$35.

TO APPLY

Please send cover letter, resume, and references to Siobhan Ruane, Director of Production, at wstproduction@gmail.com and include “Wig and Makeup Coordinator” in the subject line. Walnut Street Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 


Ticketing Services Agents

The Walnut Street Theatre, America's Oldest Theatre, has openings for part-time Ticketing Services Agents to handle incoming telephone inquiries, ticket sales and exchanges. $15 per hour with bonus incentives. Shifts include daytime, nights, and weekends. Previous box office or ticketing experience is a plus, but not required. Work in a friendly, organized atmosphere and see all productions for free.

TO APPLY:

Please email a resume to pc@walnutstreettheatre.org with “Ticketing Services Agent” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Equal Opportunity Employer