Employment

Full-time and part-time positions available:

• Front of House Associate

• NEXT TO NORMAL PROPERTIES MASTER

• A NUMBER PROPERTIES MASTER

• Properties Master

• STITCHER

FRONT OF HOUSE ASSOCIATE

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Audience Services Manager, the Front of House Associate will coordinate front of house operations during performances and specials events and will collaborate with the box office and stage management staff to maintain smooth front-facing operations and provide industry-leading customer service, with the ultimate goal of maximizing the customer experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

House Management

• Serve as House Manager for public performances and special events
• Coordinate with box office staff on seating holds and patron information.
• Assist patrons with questions, accessibility needs and/or seating issues.
• Train and manage volunteers on a nightly basis.
• Communicate with stage management staff on nightly operations schedule (house opening, start of performance, late seating).
• If the production allows, late seat patrons after the performance begins.
• Monitor activity during performances.
• Communicate and assist with security and emergency incidents.
• Prepare House Manager and Concessions performance reports
• Operate WT Digital Signage during performances and special events, as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of Front of House areas including lobby, restrooms, concession center, and other public spaces.
• Assist Audience Services Manager with other duties, as assigned.

Concessions

• Provide Bar/Concessions service for public performances and special events.
• Set up and tear down bar, including displays, concessions, and drink preparation.
• Assist patrons with concessions and drink selections, providing descriptions and suggestions
• Process payments through Square POS system.
• Prepare and deliver pre-order intermission drinks and concessions.
• Track concessions inventory and communicate restocking needs.
• Prepare and reconcile concessions sales reports.
• Ensure displays and lobby areas are clean and accessible.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Top level customer service experience required.
• Experience in theatrical operations preferred.
• Outgoing, accessible personality with the ability to speak in front of people.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multi-task.
• Professional demeanor while working under pressure.
• Experience with POS systems a plus.
• Strong interest in and passion for live theatre.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• BASSET certification preferred; training will be provided to selected candidate.
• Afternoon, evening and weekend availability is required and will be taken into serious consideration when selecting candidates.

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time position; approximately 10-20 hours/week. Competitive hourly rate.

TO APPLY

Qualified and interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Margaret McCall, Director of Audience Services at mmccall@writerstheatre.org. Please put “Front of House Associate” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

nEXT TO NORMAL PROPERTIES MASTER

PRODUCTION DATES

Pre-production—begins Tuesday, April 2
First rehearsal—Tuesday, April 9
Technical rehearsals—begins Thursday, May 2
First preview—Wednesday, May 8
Opening—Wednesday, May 15
Closing—Sunday, June 23
Possible Extension

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and build/furnish props for in conjunction with the design team
• Track and maintain expenses
• Aid in communication with designers and stage management
• Hire and manage prop artisan overhires as necessary.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized shop and storage spaces
• Strike, storage, and return of rental props after closing of production
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to three years professional props experience required
• Advanced knowledge and experience with prop construction methods and techniques required
• Good carpentry skills
• Working knowledge of backstage best practices
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Photoshop
• Able to interpret draftings
• Able to lift 50-70 lbs. either alone or with assistance
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Available to work nights and weekends during tech rehearsals
• Able to multitask, collaborate well, be a creative problem solver, and maintain a positive attitude in times of stress

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks beneficial
• Stage firearms and weaponry experience (FOID a plus)
• Welding
• Basic rigging
• Molding and mold-making

COMPENSATION

Position is paid hourly at a rate of no less than $16/hour based on experience.

TO APPLY

We are interested in receiving candidates from a broad spectrum of people, including women and people of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Qualified and interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, any salary requirements, and samples of work to production@writerstheatre.org with “Next to Normal Props Master” in the subject line. In your email, please indicate how you heard about the position. No phone calls please.

A NUMBER PROPERTIES MASTER

PRODUCTION DATES

Pre-production—begins Tuesday, February 12
First rehearsal—Tuesday, February 19
Technical rehearsals—begins Thursday, March 14
First preview—Wednesday, March 20
Opening—Wednesday, March 27
Closing—Sunday, June 23
Possible Extension

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and build/furnish props for in conjunction with the design team
• Track and maintain expenses
• Aid in communication with designers and stage management
• Hire and manage prop artisan overhires as necessary.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized shop and storage spaces
• Strike, storage, and return of rental props after closing of production
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to three years professional props experience required
• Advanced knowledge and experience with prop construction methods and techniques required
• Good carpentry skills
• Working knowledge of backstage best practices
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Photoshop
• Able to interpret draftings
• Able to lift 50-70 lbs. either alone or with assistance
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Available to work nights and weekends during tech rehearsals
• Able to multitask, collaborate well, be a creative problem solver, and maintain a positive attitude in times of stress

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks beneficial
• Stage firearms and weaponry experience (FOID a plus)
• Welding
• Basic rigging
• Molding and mold-making

COMPENSATION

Position is paid hourly at a rate of no less than $16/hour based on experience.

TO APPLY

We are interested in receiving candidates from a broad spectrum of people, including women and people of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Qualified and interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, any salary requirements, and samples of work to production@writerstheatre.org with “A Number Props Master” in the subject line. In your email, please indicate how you heard about the position. No phone calls please.

Properties Master

SUMMARY

Properties Master oversees the execution of the props design on each production including but not limited to budgeting, expense tracking, building and/or procure­ment of rehearsal, hand props, furniture and set dressing. Position is responsible for hiring & managing any props personnel needed to execute the design within budget.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and build/furnish props for all shows in conjunction with the design team
• Run the properties department for Writers Theatre
• Communicate with supervisor and other staff regarding work progress, concerns, problem solving, and changes
• Aid in communication with designers and stage management
• Work on specific ancillary production projects as assigned
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized shop and storage spaces
• Manage overhire help as needed to complete projects on time and within budget
• Track and maintain expenses providing for real-time updates to Production Manager
• Work on load in and load out crews
• Coordinate rentals
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two to three years’ professional props experience required
• Advanced knowledge and experience with prop construction methods and techniques required
• Good carpentry skills
• Working knowledge of backstage best practices
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in Photoshop
• Able to interpret draftings
• Able to lift 50-70 lbs. either alone or with assistance
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Available to work nights and weekends as needed
• Able to multitask, collaborate well, be a creative problem solver, and maintain a positive attitude in times of stress
• Have a good sense of humor

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• AutoCAD and/or Vectorworks beneficial
• Stage firearms and weaponry experience (FOID a plus)
• Welding
• Basic rigging
• Molding and mold-making

COMPENSATION

Salary is commensurate with experience. The range of benefits includes medical, dental insurance, and disability insurance, vacation and other paid leave, a 403(b) retirement plan (with employee match), commuter transit plan, and medical and dependent care cafeteria plans.

TO APPLY

We are interested in receiving candidates from a broad spectrum of people, including women and people of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Qualified and interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, any salary requirements, and samples of work to production@writerstheatre.org with “FY18 Props Master” in the subject line. In your email, please indicate how you heard about the position. No phone calls please.

STITCHER

SUMMARY

Writers Theatre seeks overhire stitchers for the 2018/19 Season. Stitchers are hired on a show-by-show basis, based on the needs of each show. Please inquire for specifics, including dates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities typically include alterations on existing pieces under the supervision of the costume supervisor; some costume construction is possible.

QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with and experience working in professional costume shops is preferred.

COMPENSATION

Competitive hourly rate.

TO APPLY

Qualified and interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Emily Waecker, Costume Supervisor, at ewaecker@writerstheatre.org. Please put “FY19 Stitcher” in the subject line. No phone calls please.