Month: November 2023

General Information 
The Assistant Technical Director/Master Carpenter will report directly to our Technical Director and/or Production Director, and will be responsible for the building, construction and some technical aspects of productions. Duties include taking an active role as carpenter, painter, and rigger during work calls. scene shop maintenance, scenic storage organization, working with other shop staff and volunteers. This job requires knowledge of carpentry and building tools and skills, implementation of building plans and schematics and self-starting on various aspects of the role. Additional duties include being “on-call” (on site) for technical rehearsals and performances as arranged by the Production Director. 

The Assistant Technical Director/Master Carpenter will be eligible to take on additional scenic, lighting, and sound design positions throughout the season, which are paid as a bonus at the completion of the production. 

This role is expected to work: 

● Approximately ~40 hours per week 
● This position is a full time, salaried position. Range: $36,000-$40,000 annually
● Matthews Playhouse will withhold all necessary local, state and federal taxes.
● This position will have the same vacation schedule as other staff and sick time as necessary. Vacation weeks are as follows: July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year (2 weeks), Easter/Spring Break. Staff members may work one of these weeks in exchange for a different time off in the year so long as it does not interfere with a current production. 

Further Job Responsibilities and Details: 

Shared responsibilities with Production Manager 

1. Upkeep, cleaning, and organization of the scene shop, scenic storage (“the cage”) and furniture storage areas. 
2. Work with the scenic designer to ensure that the set is built to specifications in a timely and safe manner, staying within budgetary and labor hour constraints. 
3. Create necessary technical drawings to assure quality results.
4. Attend and run load-in and strike. 
5. Determine deconstruction or storage of set pieces prior to strike.
6. Has secondary approval of all scenic designs, with the ability to suggest modifications of designs as necessary for effective safety, budget, or time management. Production manager/Technical Director has final say on designs, approvals and suggested modifications. 
7. Work with production manager to assure quality results, especially with regards to time (labor hours) and budget. 
8. Attend all scheduled production meetings 
9. Attend pre-tech runs throughs, technical rehearsals, and dress rehearsals as needed
10. Be “on call” and onsite for shows 
11. Act as emergency run crew substitute as needed 
12. Provide maintenance as requested by the production manager or artistic director during the run of a production. 
13. Acquire materials as necessary (i.e.: lumber runs, unloading materials, etc.) 14. Maintain a safe working environment at all times, and in all facilities; including but not limited to: the design & implementation of overhead rigging systems, automation, structural design of scenery, enforcing of applicable fall protection, and upholding basic fire and building codes – for both productions & work calls. 
15. Inspect, maintain, and make requests for necessary repairs and purchasing of shop tools as needed. 
16. Report on building progress made and adherence to the production schedule.
17. Notify production manager when materials need to be purchased (ie: running low on wood, need special hardware items, etc.) 
18. Attend and participate in all scheduled work calls (as carpenter, rigger, painter, etc), unless other arrangements are made to have a work call covered in advance. 
19. Attend staff and board meetings.

Email cover letter and resume to sbaumgardner@matthewsplayhouse.com.

Want to engage youth and adult community members of all ages to imagine, create, and collaborate onstage and off? Join the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources team as a Drama Instructor. Their mission is to focus every day on enriching the lives of citizens by creating an exceptional environment and providing exemplary services that enable our community to thrive and prosper. Under the direction of the Performing Arts Education Specialist, the Drama Instructor will teach a variety of theatre-related disciplines to youth ages 2-18 and/or adults ages 18+ in an ensemble-based, process-oriented environment.

Immediate openings are for drama instructors with weekday, daytime availability; instructors with experience and interest in teaching students ages 2-10; and/or instructors with experience in musical theatre, voice, or dance.
 
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.  Schedules will vary but may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
 
Note: All applicants must attach a sample lesson plan for a drama class of an age of your choosing (PreK, K-1, 2-3, 4-5, middle, high, adult, senior) that highlights your unique skill set/interests.

Typical Tasks

• Design and implement curriculum in creative drama, acting, text analysis, performance, characterization, improv, devised theatre, musical theatre and voice, audition techniques, movement, and others to students of all skill levels;
• Direct, choreograph, and stage theatrical productions including auditions, rehearsals, and production process;
• Design theatre programs and lesson plans for youth, adult, and/or senior participants;
• Collaborate with other staff on special projects;
• Prepare, teach, and evaluate assigned instructional courses;
• Implement new teaching strategies as appropriate;
• Maintain accurate records of students’ attendance and performance;
• Submit reports in accurate and timely manner;
• Adhere to/enforce policies and procedures;
• Keep students advised of their progress in class;
• Perform other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of theatre performance styles, classroom management, and educational theatre; strong organizational skills; ability to communicate effectively and promptly both orally and in writing; ability to work effectively and professionally with students and staff; ability to use teaching methods that engage and encourage students.Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in theatre, theatre for youth, or theatre education.  

Requires some experience working with youth (from preschool age to high school) in a theatre or school setting.

Prefers Master’s degree and/or extensive background in theatre with experience in acting/performance, directing, theatre production, stage management, technical theatre, dance education and choreography, or devised theatre.

Position requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.

Salary: $28.00 – $31.00 Hourly

Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/townofcary/jobs/4271799/drama-instructor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist Project Managers with AutoCAD drawings, project submittals, and operation manuals
• Installation of theatrical equipment, including but not limited to: stage lighting, curtains, theatrical rigging, sound systems, and video systems
• Shop / jobsite organization and clean up
• Pulling of control wire and installation of conduit; soldering and termination of low voltage wiring
• Following OSHA, site specific, and company safety rules and guidelines
• Physical activities to include but not limited to: lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying 25+ lbs.

• Working in existing or under-construction venues requiring personal protective equipment: hard hat, safety glasses, hi-vis vest, gloves, and steel-toed boots
• Possibility of traveling up to 5 days per week, with up to four nights per week in a hotel
• The ability to work some overtime will be required
• Work with other departments to develop marketing strategies and materials
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential
• Participate in job site meetings with contractors

Professional Qualities:

• Polite, courteous, tactful, and able to communicate well with the public and company staff
• Responsible and organized work habits to be able to keep up with deadlines and complete daily work on time with few mistakes
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policies
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional Information:

• Full-time, non-exempt position with hourly rate $22.00-$27.00 depending on experience, education, and training
• Medical, dental, vision, life, 401K option, and supplemental insurance coverages available
• Eight paid holidays per year
• PTO accrual beginning after the first year of employment
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Employment is contingent on the passing of a pre-employment drug screening and employees are subject to random drug screenings thereafter
• Valid driver’s license required

Pay: $22-$27/hour

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/211744374477159

Productions Unlimited, Inc. is a family-owned business founded in 1997 and based out of Roebuck, South Carolina. This team of seasoned professionals specialize in the design, installation, and maintenance of theatrical equipment for performance spaces of all kinds, from churches to theaters, schools to museums, and beyond.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Installation of theatrical equipment, including theatrical rigging, curtains, stage lighting, audio systems, and video systems
• Inspection and servicing customers’ rigging equipment
• Utilizing rope access to aid in inspection and installation of equipment
• Working in our metal and wood shops to prepare equipment for projects, including cutting, welding, drilling, punching, painting, and assembly of finished products
• Rigging equipment inspections, organization, and maintenance
• Ability to lift and handle 50+ lbs
• Working at height climbing a building structure or out of a personnel lift
• Traveling up to 5 days / 4 nights per week staying in a hotel or Airbnb; may require sharing a hotel room
• Proficient use of power and hand tools
• Following company, OSHA, and site-specific safety protocols, including drug testing
• Working in existing or under-construction venues, requiring personal protective equipment: hard hat, safety glasses, hi-vis vest, gloves (provided by PUI); and steel-toed boots (provided by you).
• Ability to read blueprints, work in AutoCAD and verify field conditions
• Certification in any of the following a plus: ETCP Rigging Theatre, SPRAT or IRATA

Professional Qualities:

• Polite, courteous, and tactful communication with the public and company staff
• Punctual, responsible, and have organized work habits to be able to keep up with deadlines and complete daily work on time with few mistakes
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policies
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude in a fast paced and occasionally high- pressure environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Exhibit values that include integrity, accountability, and a willingness to have fun
• Work equally well as an individual contributor or team member

Additional Information:

• Full-time, non-exempt position with hourly rate depending on experience, education, and training.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, 401K option and supplemental insurance coverages available
• Eight paid holidays per year
• PTO accrual beginning after the first year of employment
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Employment is contingent on the passing of a pre-employment drug screening and employees are subject to random drug screenings thereafter
• Valid driver’s license required

Pay: $20-25/hour

Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/211744374477159

School of Theatre Positions

The School of Theatre at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro seeks candidates for the following positions to begin August 1, 2024.  

The UNCG School of Theatre’s mission is to prepare students to be informed theatre practitioners with commitment to creativity, innovation, inclusion, and the advancement of the art form.

Please apply via the links provided below for each position.

Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre – https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/27538
Salary: $55,000 – $60,000

Assistant Professor of Lighting Design and Technology – https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/27563
Salary: $55,000–$60,000

Lecturer in Theatre/Sound Supervisor – https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/27610
Salary: $50,000 – $55,000

Lecturer in Theatre History/Dramaturgy – https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/27611
Salary: $50,000 – $55,000

The job description, minimum and preferred requirements, and special instructions to applicants may be found in the links for each position.  All applications must be submitted via the SpartanTalent provided links.

EOE AA/M/F/D/V

The Department of Theatre at the University of North Carolina Wilmington seeks applicants for two tenure-track positions (retirement replacements) in our Design and Technology track starting August 2024. One Lighting Design and one Scenic Design.

The successful candidates will teach a variety of undergraduate courses in their areas of specialization(s) as well as some of the department’s core courses, be responsible for designing or overseeing students in creating designs for our four mainstage shows as well as our two Student Lab Series produced each year and overseeing the team of professional staff, work study and departmental work assist students, lab students and volunteers. These positions are high contact hour positions with the expectation of hands-on mentorship in production. They will join our existing tenured faculty (Costume Design and Technical Direction/Production Management) within the Design and Technology track.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with a secondary specialty in any allied area of design or technology. Some examples of this might include Sound Design & Technology, Multimedia Design & Technology, Costume Design & Technology, Stage Management, Technical Direction, Production Management, Theatre Management, or Departmental Administration.

A terminal degree in Theatre Design and/or Technology is required. Applicants should demonstrate potential for teaching excellence and scholarly productivity as well as university service. All of which are requirements for promotion and tenure.

The current salary range is low $60,000s and includes a strong benefit package.

Closing Date: January 3, 2024

To apply for the Lighting Desing position, please use the following link to the UNCW job posting page: https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/30401

Lighting Design search Chair: Max Lydy at lydym@uncw.edu

To apply for the Scenic Design position, please use the following link to the UNCW job posting page: https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/30404

Scenic Design search Chair Mark D. Sorensen at sorensenm@uncw.edu

For further information about our department please follow this link to our website (currently under revision) or contact: https://uncw.edu/academics/colleges/chssa/departments/theatre/

Department Dramatic Art – 310200
Posting Open Date 11/01/2023
Application Deadline 11/30/2023
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor
Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $50,000-$52,000
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2024

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Established in 1936, we are the second oldest theatre department in the country. Our faculty members are both scholars and artists, teachers and practitioners, constantly moving back and forth between the classroom and the theatre. PlayMakers Repertory Company (LORT D theatre) is embedded within the Department and the symbiotic relationship, between the Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company, builds upon a more than one-hundred-year legacy. The Joan H. Gillings Center for Dramatic Art is the crucible where students transform learning into practice every day. Our mission is to educate students to think critically and write cogently about the creative and artistic processes of theatre, its literature, and its history.

Position Summary
The Department of Dramatic Art, at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, invites applications for the position of Teaching Assistant Professor. This position is a full-time (non-tenure track) position and will be responsible for teaching 3 courses each semester in the undergraduate curriculum. The successful candidate will teach DRAM 115: Perspectives in Drama. A survey of plays from the Greeks to the present as well as a sequence of acting classes from Beginning to Advanced (to include Shakespeare). This position will teach a 3/3 load (six total) in our undergraduate curriculum. The Department of Dramatic Art is also home to PlayMakers Repertory Company (PRC), a professional (LORT/AEA) theatre and two performance spaces: a 500-seat thrust stage, and a 280-seat black box. In addition to teaching, the candidate may also act with PlayMakers Repertory Company, our LORT D theater in residence within the Department. We welcome all to apply. To learn more about our mission and values, please visit our website: https://drama.unc.edu/about-us/values-diversity/.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Applicants should possess a Master of Fine Arts degree from an accredited institution and have demonstrated at least three years of teaching experience at the university, college, or professional level.

Special Instructions
At the time of application, candidates will be required to identify the names, titles, and email addresses of three professional references. Recommenders identified by the applicant will be contacted via the application portal with instructions for uploading their letters of support.

Application Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/268270

Position Status:     Full-Time
Classification:        Exempt

Position Overview 

The Technical Director (TD) serves as a critical member of the Robertson College-Community Center (RCCC) team, bringing technical expertise to all building clients. The TD will manage all technical aspects of the RCCC for diverse programming including concerts, films, live theatre, music, and dance. The TD supervises, trains and mentors a range of technical staff in addition to maintaining and safeguarding the technical assets of the RCCC.  

The ideal candidate will excel at working in teams, have strong technical skills and be knowledgeable about all areas of technical theatre operations, including rigging, scenery, lighting, sound, and projection.  

The TD is expected to work with a great deal of independence and must exercise independent judgment in performing a wide variety of duties.  

The Technical Director (TD) has the daily responsibility for the technical operations of the Robertson College Community Center, including Keppel Auditorium (1500 seat, 48’ Proscenium, Hedrick Little Theatre (230 seat, Thrust) and the Florence Busby Corriher Theatre 100+/- Black Box-Separate building) 

Technical Oversight and Execution 

• Oversee the scheduling, implementation, and supervision of the technical elements involved in RCCC activities for internal and external clients.
• Review performance riders for all clients ensuring all equipment is planned, budgeted, ordered, and properly staffed by the technical team.
• Supervise and assist with set and stage construction, assembly, and management.
• Supervise and assist with event rigging, load in and load out.
• Maintain safety standards for the RCCC staff and internal and external clients.
• Orient facility renters and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics, and other areas of facility operations. 
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment. 

Technical Planning and Communications 

• Chair the RCCC Operations and Planning Committee. (Members: Shuford School of Performing Arts technical faculty and staff, Director of Catawba Conferences, Salisbury Symphony Technical Director) 
• Maintain the stage operations calendar; scheduling time and labor for load in, load out, maintenance and training.
• With other qualified faculty and staff, establish maintenance schedules for stage equipment. 
• With other qualified faculty and staff, establish training and certification required for employees, equipment operators and show crew to operate stage equipment.  

Budget Management 

• Chair the RCCC Operations and Planning Committee to develop budget priorities.
• Direct the repair and replacement budget following the priorities established by the RCCC Operations and Planning Committee and the President’s Cabinet.  

Team Leadership 

• Lead the Stage Operations Team to safeguard the technical assets of the RCCC, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities.
• Lead safety training and certification for all stage operations activities.
• Exercise overall supervision of lighting, sound, and set construction for the theatre and music departments. 
• Exercise overall supervision of event load in, setup and strike for building renters based on RCCC policies established by the RCCC Operations and Planning Committee. 
• Exercise overall quality control for the training of campus personnel involved in the set-up, maintenance, and operations of events in the RCCC. 

General 

• Partner with the faculty and staff of the Shuford School of Performing Arts, Catawba Conferences and Events, and Catawba College facilities and maintenance departments where facilities and technical systems overlap. 

Compensation: 

12 month, full-time position. Compensation commensurate with experience, salary range $50,000-$85,000 annually. Benefits include medical, vision, Life and long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, paid time off, and voluntary pre-tax programs for retirement (403[b]), dental. This is an Exempt position, according to the Fair Labor Standards Act, and available immediately.  

Qualifications and Comments 

• The candidate will have experience working in a professional performing arts environment.   
• 3+ years of experience as a Technical Director experience is preferred.   
• Candidates with equivalent experience in technical production including live performing lighting, sound, AV, film, or commercial production are encouraged to apply.   
• VectorWorks is the campus CAD platform.   
• The ability to understand and discern information from technical and design drawings and technical riders is vital.   

This position requires some non-traditional hours as needed. Applicants must be comfortable lifting objects 50+ pounds regularly and working at heights above 25’.  

Because a TD may be called upon to deal with a wide range of technical issues, he or she benefits from a working knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures of theatre, dance, and music productions and presentations including stage, set, sound and lighting design and implementation; stage management; computerized lighting systems; stage carpentry; appropriate safety precautions and procedures. 

ABOUT CATAWBA:

Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. 

Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. 

Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu. 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to employment@catawba.edu:

• A letter of application;
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and
• Contact information for three (3) professional references. 

Catawba College is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Catawba is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to Catawba operations. Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening before employment begins, and Catawba complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination.

Company Overview: 

North Carolina Stage Company is a vibrant and dynamic, non-profit, 501(c)3, professional theatre organization located in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC. The mission of NC Stage is to connect people to plays that illuminate the shared human experience. We are committed to producing quality live theatrical productions that engage and inspire our community. As we continue to grow and thrive, we are seeking a motivated and organized Administrative Assistant to join our team. 

Position Overview: 

As an Administrative Assistant at North Carolina Stage Company, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the daily operations of our theater. This multifaceted position requires an individual with strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for delivering top-notch customer service. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, including ticketing, customer service, scheduling Front of House personnel, concessions ordering and POS management, audience engagement, and general office administration support. Position ranges between 30 – 35 hours a week with some evening and weekend hours based on show and event schedule. 

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Ticketing: Manage ticket sales, reservations, and seating arrangements. Process orders and handle customer inquiries regarding ticketing. 

2. Customer Service: Deliver exceptional customer service to patrons, addressing inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and courtesy. 

3. Managing Front of House Personnel: Coordinate and schedule Front of House staff, including ushers, box office, house management concession workers, to ensure smooth operations during performances. 

4. Concessions Ordering and POS: Oversee concessions inventory, place orders, and manage the point-of-sale system for concessions. 

5. Audience and Engagement: Assist in organizing special events, promotions, audience engagement activities, and content creation to foster a strong connection between the theatre and our audience. 

6. General Office Administration Support: Provide administrative support to various departments, including filing, data entry, correspondence, and maintaining office supplies. 

Qualifications: 

● Previous administrative experience. 

● Strong organizational and time-management skills.

● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

● Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Dropbox, and Google Drive. ● Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy. 

● Knowledge of ticketing systems and POS software is a plus. 

● Familiarity with social media platforms and database management. ● Enthusiasm for the performing arts and a dedication to fostering a positive theater experience for our patrons. 

● Theatre or arts organizations experience a plus but not required. 

How to Apply: 

If you are a dedicated and motivated individual who is excited to be a part of creating professional theatre in Asheville, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and relevant experience to ncstage@ncstage.org with the subject line “Administrative Assistant Application – [Your Name].” Applications will be accepted until November 10, 2023. North Carolina Stage Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 

Compensation:  $30,000 

Application Deadline:  November 10, 2023 

Location: Asheville, NC 

Email: ncstage@ncstage.org 

Website: www.ncstage.org