Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Lighting Designer for the 2026 - 2027 school year productions. We seek a talented and energetic individual whose competence, integrity, and collegiality will enrich our first-rate Performing Arts Department. The ideal candidate will possess a professional background in theater design, be able to work collaboratively and independently and have experience working with middle and upper school aged students. 

We seek a visionary designer with a passion for engaging in professional settings that highlight students; have strong communication and collaboration skills; and excellent organizational and time management skills. In view of our commitment to anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion, we seek an individual whose creative vision is aligned with those values, who can serve as a role model for our students, and whose personal integrity and collegiality will enrich a high-achieving, collaborative department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Discuss preliminary design plans with production directors and department supervisors at the start of each production rehearsal process and revise as per the needs of the show
• Complete design work following production schedules
• Adhere to production budgets and proper guidelines for purchases, receipts, and reimbursements
• Work with theater technical director and performing arts supervisors to maintain a professional and productive environment 
• Counsel technical theater director on equipment and maintenance needs
• Attend and contribute to production meetings during or after the school day
• Attend and be available for some weekends, production tech weeks, and performances

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  High School diploma required coupled with experience in theater design and or related discipline. 

Experience:  Three years of professional or academic theater design experience 

Specific Skills: Lighting equipment mastery 

Special Requirements:  Available for weekends for production tech weeks and performances

Salary: $30,000 - $35,000

Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom. Every educator at Poly Prep aspires to uphold our mission “to support and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination and--above all--character.”

We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package  (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch) if eligible.   

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and current resume detailing their interest in the position and specific evidence of their qualifications to Ashley Hacker, ahacker@polyprep.org

Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.