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From time to time, we are looking for professionals from different fields for open positions. Depending on the situation, we will announce vacancies separately, for example. on our social media channels, on the TE Services website and on this page.
You can also fill in the open application below. If we have a job that matches your skills, we will contact you. As a rule, we store applications for six months.
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Helsinki City Theatre is looking for a trained actress for a female role with an Afro background (stage age 25–40 years) for the 2027 Swedish-language comedy. The applicant must be of legal age.
Rehearsals for the play will begin in November 2026, and the premiere will take place at Lilla Teatern in February 2027. The play is directed by Ida Kronholm.
Description of the role to be applied for:
– woman with an Afro background
– stage age 25–40 years
– Swedish-speaking role
We require applicants to:
– education in the field
– satisfactory Swedish language skills
Previous theatre work is considered an advantage.
Send a one-page CV with a photo by email by 31 May to koe-esiintyminen@staging.hkt.fi. Attach your contact information to the application.
Based on your CV, we invite you to auditions on 9.6. In connection with the invitation, applicants will receive more information about the production.
Further information: Aku Korhonen, aku.korhonen@staging.hkt.fi
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Helsinki City Theatre is looking for a trained actor to play the role of a woman with an African background (stage age 25–40 years) in a Swedish-language comedy that will premiere in 2027. The applicant must be of legal age.
Rehearsals will begin in November 2026 and the premiere will take place at Lilla Teatern in February 2027. The play is directed by Ida Kronholm.
Description of the role:
– Woman With African Background
– stage age 25–40 years
– Swedish-language speech role
We assume that the applicant has:
– education in the performing arts
– satisfactory knowledge of Swedish
Previous theatre experience is seen as a merit
Send a one-page CV with a photo by e-mail no later than 31.5 to koe-esiintyminen@staging.hkt.fi. Attach your contact information to the application.
We will invite you to an audition on 9.6 based on your CV. In connection with the invitation, the applicants will receive more information about the production.
Further information: Aku Korhonen, aku.korhonen@staging.hkt.fi
Are you a top expert in sound technology who wants to be involved in creating the most impressive performances on the big stage? If you have strong technical skills and a passion for the world of theatre, this position may be just for you.
Helsinki City Theatre is looking for a SOUND MASTER for the period 3.8.2026 – 31.3.2027 or by agreement.
As a sound master, you will create experiences for the audience and ensure the high-quality sound technical implementation of rehearsals and performances. Your tasks include sound driving and sound monitoring of performances, sound technical preparation for rehearsal and performance seasons, as well as the use, assembly, dismantling and basic maintenance of equipment.
The sound master also participates in the storage of sound equipment, equipment management, maintenance of the equipment register and the organisation of maintenance activities. In addition, you will actively participate in the development of occupational safety, working methods and work culture.
The sound engineer is required to have a suitable education or work experience in the field, the ability to work independently, and good cooperation and interaction skills. In addition to Finnish, the position requires proficiency in English. In addition, we require basic IT skills.
We hope that the applicants are people of different ages and genders, as well as people belonging to linguistic, cultural or other minorities.
The salary for the position is in accordance with the collective agreement for the theatre sector. In sound technology, we work in two shifts, morning and evening shifts from Monday to Saturday.
For more information about the position, please contact the Head of the Lighting and Sound Department
Samppa Oksman
tel. 04566739401
Please send your application and CV no later than 22.6.2026 to rekry@staging.hkt.fi.
Put the mention “Sound Master” in the subject line of the email.
Read more about the Helsinki City Theatre: www.staging.hkt.fi
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