Production - Open Applications

Are you up to the challenge of working in the largest performing arts organization in the world?  

The Production Department of The Metropolitan Opera is responsible for all production and technical details related to the development, creation, and performance of the opera repertory, the coordination of presentations and special events, the operation and maintenance of, as well as improvements to, the Metropolitan Opera stage, shops, and warehouses. 

We are looking for three things:

• Passion; for your art craft or trade
• Diversity; of thought, of experience, of expression, of identity
• Willingness; to learn, to teach, and to grow with us

We employ over 500 administrators, artisans, crafts people, trades workers, and technicians in all areas of theater operations, including:

• Production and Technical Administration
• Stage Direction (AGMA)
• Stage Management (AGMA)

Wigs and Makeup (I.A.T.S.E. Local 798)

• Wig Makers
• Hair Stylists
• Makeup Artists

Costume Shop and Wardrobe (I.A.T.S.E. Local 764)

• Costume Construction
• Wardrobe Dressing and Day Calls

Stagehands (I.A.T.S.E. Local One)

• Lighting
• Automation
• Video
• Sound
• Stage Carpentry
• Properties
• Construction and Electrical Construction

Scenic Artists and Staff Designers (I.A.T.S.E. Local 829)

• Painters
• Sculpture
• Costume, Scenery, Lighting, and Video Design