Careers in Theatre
Videos and Department Descriptions
At the beginning of the pandemic, we asked several staff members to tell us about themselves and their jobs. Get to know them in our Meet a Theatre Pro video series.
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Casting Director
SCR's Casting Director, Joanne DeNaut, tells us what a casting director does.
PDF:CASTING
How a Play Finds Its Actors
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Scenic Charge Artist
Meet Jen Stringfellow as she tells you about the artistry of set painting.
PDF: SCENIC PAINTING
Adding Color to the World
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Development Assistant
Meet Steven Garry as he talks all about how to fundraise at a non-profit theatre.
PDF: DEVELOPMENT
Building Relationships and Fundraising
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Communications Associate
Nicholas Pilapil explains what this job title means and talks about projects he's created. PDF: MARKETING
Connecting an Audience to the Art
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Teaching Artist
Meet Estela Garcia. Learn from her more about the art of teaching theatre and more.
PDF: EDUCATION
Guiding the Next Generation of Artists
MEET 2 THEATRE PROS: Digital Media Manager and Conservatory Manager
There's backstage and then there's also behind the scenes. Learn more about these SCR theatre administrators—and twins!—and their work in marketing and education.
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Prop Supervisor
Kat V. Kerr helps us understand what a Prop Supervisor does and answers the question "Prop or not a prop?"
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Technical Director
Meet Jon Lagerquist. In this video he answers your questions about technical direction, how a set gets built and more.
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Literary Manager
Andy Knight gives you the deets on what a Literary Manager does. PDF: LITERARY
What's a Dramaturg?
MEET A THEATRE PRO: Hair and Makeup Supervisor
Meet Allison Lowery to learn all about wigs, makeup, and more.
Additional Department Descriptions
HOUSE MANAGEMENT
Supporting the Patron Experience
BUSINESS
The Business of Show Business
STAGE MANAGEMENT
Calling the Shots