JOB BOARD

About Paper Mill Playhouse: Founded in 1934, Paper Mill Playhouse has been a cherished New Jersey arts institution for more than 80 years. Paper Mill brings new American Musical Theater to life, with a national reputation that continues to grow. Collaboration with other regional theaters and leading independent producers brings over 200,000 New Jersey audience members annually the best in musical theater, from celebrated revivals to groundbreaking new works. In 2016, Paper Mill received the Regional Theatre Tony award in recognition of its contribution to the national field, the industry’s highest honor. Paper Mill Playhouse facilities include a 1,150-seat theatre with attendant backstage dressing rooms, offices, and production support areas; front-of-house lobbies with bars, concessions, and restroom facilities; an 80-seat restaurant; a small house with two apartments; 2,500 square feet of education studios; three parking lots and grounds. Position Overview The Annual Fund Manager will foster increased annual giving by providing a broad range of support and quality communication to donors at the giving level of $999.00 and below. The Annual Fund Manager will assist with the creation and maintenance of all Development appeals and donor communications; prioritize high-quality, timely responses for all incoming donor inquiries and requests; contribute to all annual fundraising efforts; and collaborate across teams and departments to ensure materials are deployed in a qualitative, cost effective, and timely manner. The Annual Fund Manager, in collaboration with the Associate Director of Development, manages a portfolio of current and prospective donors, raising approximately $450,000 annually.

Compensation: $55,000 – $65,000

Deadline: April 15th, 2024

About Paper Mill Playhouse: Founded in 1934, Paper Mill Playhouse has been a cherished New Jersey arts institution for more than 80 years. Paper Mill brings new American Musical Theater to life, with a national reputation that continues to grow. Collaboration with other regional theaters and leading independent producers brings over 200,000 New Jersey audience members annually the best in musical theater, from celebrated revivals to groundbreaking new works. In 2016, Paper Mill received the Regional Theatre Tony award in recognition of its contribution to the national field, the industry’s highest honor. Position Overview: The Development Coordinator is a key part of the Development team and is responsible for supporting the Director of Development and members of the Development Staff in all administrative functions. The position also works on and supports development events, mailings, acknowledgments, and other fundraising activities. The Development Coordinator provides daily support on the fundraising database (Tessitura) including gift entry and donor account updates. The Development Coordinator must be confident and assured with a positive outlook and be committed to working at a high level of quality with an ability to multi-task and embrace change. This position must believe in and be dedicated to Paper Mill Playhouse’s mission and thrive as part of an energetic team. The Development Coordinator will interact with donors in person and on the phone regularly and provide clear and professional communication with the highest level of customer service. The Development Coordinator must be able to communicate clearly with the team, ask questions to ensure quality of work, and stay current with all assigned tasks.

Compensation: $42,000 annually Benefits • Comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, disability). • Generous paid time off. • 403b retirement savings account including a 3% match. • Access to various performances, educational events, and professional development opportunities.

Deadline: April 15th, 2024

The Company Manager reports to General Manager and Artistic Director but interacts daily with all departments within the Theatre. The Company Manager attends to the daily, special, and emergency needs of all company members including staff, seasonal employees, actors, designers, directors, and training program participants; arranges housing and transportation; plans and implements company events; serves as liaison between company members and STNJ; maintains company records including contracts, artist payroll reporting, and contact information for artists and unions.

Compensation: $37,000 – $44,000 annually plus benefits

Deadline: Open Until Filled

McCarter Theatre Center is seeking a dynamic and strategic individual to fill the role of Manager of Cultivation and Stewardship. In this position, you will participate in the development and implementation of innovative strategies for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors, with a strong focus on acquiring new members and donors, retaining current supporters, and advancing their level of giving. With a keen eye for portfolio management, you’ll assist in the Development team’s efforts while nurturing individual donors up to the Patron Level ($3,000). Additionally, you’ll spearhead our Artist’s Circle membership campaigns, driving towards our ambitious $5 million contributed revenue goal. If you are passionate about building relationships, fostering philanthropic support, and making a meaningful impact in the arts community, we invite you to apply for this opportunity.

Compensation: $65,000 – 75,000 BENEFITS INCLUDE: Medical, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick and personal time, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and a 403 (b) retirement plan with employer match, access to free parking within less than 1-mile radius, as well as other perks.

Deadline: Open until filled

This position reports directly to the Executive Director (ED) and is responsible for managing all communications, database management and basic fundraising activities for the dance company to position the company, develop audience and build donor base. Qualifications – Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications/media, or related field with at least 3 years’ experience in the arts. Experience in dance or theater is desired. Accurate and strong writing abilities, excellent verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Must be able to multitask, be detailed and deadline oriented. Experienced using MAC, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress and Microsoft Office 365. Basic photography and videography skills are a plus. Must be comfortable learning new software and working in a fast-paced environment. All employees of Carolyn Dorfman Dance must maintain up-to-date Covid 19 and variants vaccination. Must have reliable transportation. Carolyn Dorfman Dance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the performing arts field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.

Compensation: $52,000 – $58,000 plus benefits; (position qualifies for a bonus)

Deadline: Open until filled

The Department of Performing Arts of the School of Communication, Media and Performing Arts at Rider University is seeking a part-time Properties Supervisor. This position is responsible for the supervision of the related student employee staff and their respectful duties toward satisfying the properties needs for the department’s productions. Among the key responsibilities are the following: • Team closely with the Director of Performance Management and the design teams. • Research and procure rentals and purchases. • Guide supporting staff in the crafting of properties. • Deliver elements in adherence to schedule and budget. • Share supervision of student properties staff and student assistants with Director of Production Management.

Compensation: $25.00 per hour

Deadline: Open until filled

The Performing Arts Department of the School of Communication, Media and Performing Arts at Rider University is seeking a Theatre Production Technical Director. This position is responsible for the execution of all scenic elements for all productions of the department’s season. The season includes three musicals, three plays, two dance concerts and two operas of varying scale respectful to calendar and resources allotted. Support is provided to a musical theater cabaret and class showcases each semester. For more information on this position and for application instructions, please visit our website at https://rider.peopleadmin.com/postings/9126.

Compensation: $50,000

Deadline: Open until filled

Two River Theater, a mid-sized professional LORT theater, one hour from New York City, is seeking submissions for theater technicians for our electrics departments to join our over-hire lists for occasional work calls. Duties include working as a member of the lighting crew on all aspects of load-in, hang, focus, tech notes, and strike. Two River Theater is dedicated to the goal of building an equitable and culturally diverse work environment and strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups. To apply, please send a resume, work history, or skill list to Sue Patiño at spatino@trtc.org.

Compensation: $20 – $25 per hour

The Lighting Assistant works closely with the lighting supervisor, designers, and the sound crew, as needed. The ideal candidate is positive, self-motivated, organized, collaborative and professional. Candidates must have experience working with theatrical lighting systems. Experience programming the ETC ION is essential. Experience with Lightwright, Vectorworks and Q-Lab is helpful. Duties include working as a member of the lighting crew on all aspects of hang, focus, tech notes, and strike, as well as assisting sound. The lighting assistant will also serve as board op, spotlight op, or other positions as needed for the run of our mainstage and black box productions and rentals. Other duties include helping to maintain inventories, and assisting other departments as needed. Contract dates are January 2, 2024 to July 7, 2024. Candidates should submit a cover letter (include where you saw this job posting), detailed resume, and contact information for 2-3 references to Erica Leigh, Assistant Production Manager at eleigh@trtc.org. Subject line should read: “Emerging Professionals.” No phone calls please.

Compensation: Weekly pay of $350 plus local, fully furnished and all utilities paid shared housing valued at $250 per week, totaling $600 per week in taxable compensation, equal to $15 an hour for a 40-hour week. Full details at listing.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) in Florham Park and Madison, NJ is seeking an experienced Technical Director (TD). Position will be responsible for constructing or sourcing scenery for all productions/events; maintaining a 20,000ft scene shop and inventory in a safe, secure manner consistent with all OSHA regulations; supervising and training all scene shop staff including seasonal, over-hire, and intern labor; and managing production/shop budgets. The TD will collaborate with fellow production shop heads to ensure efficient and safe day-to-day operations of the Production Department.

Responsibilities: Oversee and implement all planning, construction, installation, maintenance, and disposal of scenic elements for all productions, special events, film projects, and art installations for STNJ. Safely maintain all stock, storage areas, equipment, tools, and soft goods per company policies in STNJ’s 20,000ft scene shop. Supervise all scenic work calls at STNJ’s various venues. Stay current and follow local, state, and federal (OSHA) safety standards and regulations. Encourage a positive work environment, free from harassment or discrimination; encourage open communication and information transparency. Manage a full-time staff of three (an ATD, 2 carpenters) as well as part-time or occasional over-hire laborers, interns, and acting apprentices. Develop with Production Management and Education a curriculum of master classes for Interns and Apprentices companies. Attend weekly production meetings; facilitate communication between designers and scene shop staff. Manage scenic material, labor, and equipment budget lines with the Production Coordinator.  Assist with facility maintenance projects as assigned by the Artistic Director.

Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 annually

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) seeks experienced Costume Stitchers/Crafts persons. Must be skilled in costume construction including cutting, stitching, dyeing, and crafts, and have experience on industrial machines. Responsibilities include constructing and altering costumes, assisting with fittings as needed, assisting with additional craft projects as needed, millinery skills a plus. Ideal candidate has a degree in technical theatre, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be comfortable using industrial sewing equipment. Position is sometimes required to stand, sit, or kneel for extended periods during regular work. Must be able to lift and move 25 pounds and climb stairs and ladders.

Compensation: $22 to $24/hourly

The Count Basie Center for the Arts Education program is currently seeking qualified and versatile teaching artists to join our expanding programs. We seek candidates specializing in various genres, including but not limited to dance, hip-hop, cultural dance forms, creative dance and movement, poetry, acting, improv, voice and speech, creative drama, reader’s theater, musical theater, vocal, choir and instrumental instruction, drumming, and more.

This ideal candidate is responsible for teaching private lessons to students of all ages and abilities. The ability to teach beginning students is necessary. This individual must show organizational skills and an ability to effectively communicate with students, parents and staff.

Compensation: $40 – $60 an hour.

Combined Auditions for the New Jersey Theatre Alliance will be held in early spring of 2024. Due to a high volume of responses, audition slots are chosen through a lottery system. This is a fantastic opportunity to be seen by multiple theatres at once. Representatives from our member theatres will follow up with performers directly if they are interested in working with them.

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Please note: Not all of our member theatres participate in these auditions, and we will not have a confirmed list of participating theatres until about a week before the auditions.