*HIRING FOR SISU IS IN THE HEART - A COMMUNITY-BASED THEATER PROJECT IN FAIRPORT HARBOR, OHIO* Park Cofield, a writer, director and a third-generation Finnish American based in Los Angeles, has written an original play, which is a culmination of a multi-year collaboration with the Finnish Heritage Museum in Fairport Harbor. The production will feature 20-30 students and community members of all ages alongside professional artists from Los Angeles, Atlanta, Cleveland and Finland. The performance will also include live music and puppetry and is based on local stories. We are looking for individuals for the following positions: *PAID POSITIONS* Technical Director - Oversees all technical aspects of an original play in a community setting. Responsible for the construction of the set with a crew of volunteers and will oversee a production crew. The person must have knowledge of lighting, sound and projections and must be a skilled manager and people person. Fee negotiable based on experience. Stage Manager - Seeking non-union stage manager with experience in community-based projects to oversee the rehearsal process and tech rehearsals for a large scale production involving actors of all age, live music, and puppetry. Sound/Lighting/Projection Designers - Seeking a professional designers with experience to collaborate on the lighting and sound design for the production. Knowledge of local rental companies a plus. *This is a non-union/non-equity production. Candidates must have reliable transportation to and from Fairport Harbor. *ALSO SEEKING THE FOLLOWING VOLUNTEER POSITIONS* Assistant Director - Assist with all aspects of a professional community-based theater project. Will work alongside project director, Park Cofield, in the rehearsal room and provide production support as needed. Assistant director will help manage and oversee the teenager ensemble. Experience with working with students and an interest in puppetry a plus. Assistant Stage Manager - The position will report to the stage manager and assist with backstage duties including tracking costumes and props. Production Crew - Looking for volunteer crew members with technical theater experience to assist with load in, construction, handing lights, running sounds, making and maintaining costumes, and assisting with other technical elements. *PRODUCTION TIMELINE* August - Weekly Pre-production meetings on the phone September 12- 30 - Rehearsals and Tech October 1- 4 - Performances To be considered, please send a resume and a short email introducing yourself to SISUisintheHeart@gmail.com More information at: www.SISUisintheHeart.com <http://www.sisuisintheheart.com/> -- Park Cofield Project Director SISU is in the Heart SISUisintheHeart@gmail.com www.SISUisintheHeart.com <http://www.sisuisintheheart.com/>