EDUCATION MARKETING MANAGER posted January 31, 2012
Dallas Theater Center seeks an energetic, organized and experienced professional to lead the marketing and sales efforts for the company’s education programs. The Education Marketing Manager reports to the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, and works in close collaboration with the Director of Education and Community Enrichment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create and deploy marketing and sales plans to achieve Student Matinees and SummerStage revenue goals
- Create, with members of the Marketing and Communications staff, collateral material such as, brochures, postcards, email blasts, etc.
- Manage ticket orders and class registrations, including: confirm payment details, field in-bound calls and emails to assist with questions in a timely manner, input order information into Tessitura database, send order confirmations and other pre-class communications
- Coordinate on-site logistics for student matinees including school buses, ingress and egress, and other front-of-house details
- Coordinate on-site class registration and check-in for SummerStage
- Pursue new sales opportunities by cultivating relationships with teachers and administrators, and representing DTC at marketing and community events
- Prepare and present education sales reports
- Maintain industry knowledge by attending conferences, participating in workshops and webinars, reading industry trade publications and blogs, joining professional industry organizations, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have experience in marketing, education, and/or sales with a track record of success in the following areas:
- Creating marketing and sales plans
- Achieving sales goals
- Providing excellent customer service
SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent copywriting and verbal communication skills
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to quickly identify, prioritize and resolve challenges• Knowledge of Tessitura is encouraged
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Four-year undergraduate degree preferred
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Qualified applicants should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement to:
Matthew Stevenson
Marketing and Communications Assistant
matthew.stevenson@dallastheatercenter.org
Subject: Education Marketing Manager
Potential candidates will be notified via email.
Dallas Theater Center offers competitive compensation packages, including excellent health insurance, 403b savings plans, paid time off and other benefits.
SUMMERSTAGE INTERN posted January 27, 2012
We are currently seeking an intern to join our Education Department during the months of June and July to provide leadership to our 2012 SummerStage program. This exciting summer internship is a hands-on, engaging opportunity for an individual interested in arts education, and the world of professional theater.
SummerStage is DTC’s theater day camp and acting program that offers classes to over 300 students, ages 4-18, at the Wyly Theatre. The SummerStage Intern will help design and execute the SummerStage program, as well as assist in the management of outreach initiatives connected to our mainstage summer production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT.
Job Duties include (but not limited to):
- Design curriculum and serve as Teaching Artist for SummerStage, DTC’s theater day camp;
- Supervise daily tasks and progress of SummerStage Apprentice, and two high school-level Junior Apprentices who assist in SummerStage classes and camp sessions;
- Observe and assist in classes taught by SummerStage faculty, including resident teaching artists from DTC mainstage productions;
- Observe rehearsal of DTC’s mainstage production, JOSEPH;
- Assist in planning and managing new outreach events involving students and families, in conjunction with DTC’s mainstage production of JOSEPH;
- Provide general clerical support such as correspondence, class scheduling, student registration and general administration.
Requirements: Applicant must have completed at least one year of college, and must be returning to school as a full-time sophomore, junior or senior undergraduate in fall 2012.
Hours: June 4 – August 3, 2012, Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 5:00pm (Off Time: June 30 – July 5)
Salary: $3000 for 8 weeks
TO APPLY please send a resume and cover letter to:
Rachel Hull, Director of Education and Community Enrichment
Dallas Theater Center
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Rachel.Hull@dallastheatercenter.org
SUMMERSTAGE APPRENTICES posted January 27, 2012
This position is ideal for persons with an interest in Theater Education. Selected candidates will gain experience working with children, professional teaching artists and the education department of a large regional theater.
Job Duties include (but not limited to):
- Observe and assist classes taught by SummerStage Faculty
- Support SummerStage Team in day-to-day operations involving student care, parent communication, classroom management, etc.
- Provide light administrative work including filing and correspondence
- Attend orientation
Hours: June 4- June 29 OR July 9 - August 3, Monday thru Friday, 9am to 5pm. Four positions available.
Salary: Weekly stipend of $100
TO APPLY please send a resume and cover letter to:
Rachel Hull, Director of Education and Community Enrichment
Dallas Theater Center
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Rachel.Hull@dallastheatercenter.org
SUMMERSTAGE JUNIOR APPRENTICES posted January 27, 2012
This position is ideal for high school students interested in education, leadership and working with early elementary ages.
Job Duties include (but not limited to):
- Assist with all Creative Theater (ages 4-6) classes
- Act as assistant director on performance day for Creative Theater
- Attend orientation
Hours: June 4 - June 29 OR July 9 - August 3, Monday thru Friday, 9am - 12:30pm.
These are volunteer positions. Selected candidates may be eligible for significant discount to DTC's Pre-College Actor Training Program.
TO APPLY please send a resume and cover letter to:
Rachel Hull, Director of Education and Community Enrichment
Dallas Theater Center
2400 Flora Street
Dallas, TX 75201
Rachel.Hull@dallastheatercenter.org
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS posted January 23, 2012
JOB SUMMARY
Dallas Theater Center seeks an experienced arts and entertainment marketing professional with excellent team leadership and project management skills to play an active role in achieving the organization’s audience growth and ticket revenue goals.
The Associate Director of Marketing and Communications reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications and has the primary responsibility of supervising the day-to-day operations of the department and its many projects. The Associate Director of Marketing and Communications also has a vital role in the creation of marketing and sales strategies, budget plans and sales forecasts.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working in close collaboration with the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications will develop and execute marketing plans and sales strategies designed to meet or exceed budgeted ticket revenue and audience growth goals in the following areas: season subscriptions, single tickets, group tickets and student matinees.
- Supervise a dedicated and experienced team of marketing, public relations, promotions and sales personnel including three-to-four direct reports.
- Promote high standards of staff performance, professionalism and job satisfaction by:
- Clearly communicating job expectations and regularly monitoring job performance
- Providing open lines of communication and regularly scheduled one-on-one coaching meetings
- Providing excellent career development opportunities
- Rewarding high performance
- Enforcing policies and procedures with disciplinary action when necessary
- Create, maintain and ensure efficient, consistent and reliable departmental workflow processes and crossdepartmental communications
- Assist with the preparation and/or presentation of marketing status updates and sales reports for senior management and board committee meetings
- Serve as an official representative of Dallas Theater Center at community group meetings with business partners and civic leaders, marketing events and promotions, Opening Nights, donor events, and other high-profile functions
- Be available for evening and weekend work, when rBe available for evening and weekend work, when required
- Maintain “leading edge” industry knowledge by attending conferences, participating in workshops and webinars, reading industry trade publications and blogs, joining professional industry organizations, etc.
- Other duties as assigned by Director of Marketing and Communications
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate will have three or more years of experience in Regional Theater, Arts, Entertainment and/or Sports marketing, or other relevant experience, and a track record of success in the following areas:
- Personnel and project management
- Managing and maintaining partner and vendor relationships
- Extensive practical experience planning and deploying a wide variety of communications medium including traditional advertising, public relations, promotions, events, social media, website development and online advertising, email marketing, telemarketing, direct marketing, etc.
- Development, implementation and management of subscription, single and group ticket sales campaigns
- Oversight of internal and external communications calendars and activities
- SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent copywriting and verbal communication skills (writing samples required)
- Excellent team leadership and project management skills
- Ability to quickly identify, prioritize and solve challenges
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Four-year undergraduate degree required, graduate degree preferred
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirement and two marketing writing samples to:
Matthew Stevenson
Marketing and Communications Assistant
matthew.stevenson@dallastheatercenter.org
Subject: Associate Director of Marketing and Communications
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Potential candidates will be notified via email. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Matthew Stevenson at the email address above.
Dallas Theater Center offers competitive compensation packages, including excellent health insurance, 403b savings plans, paid time off and other benefits.
Dallas Theater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
SCENIC CARPENTER posted December 20, 2011
DEPARTMENT: Production
REPORTS TO: Technical Director
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Scenic Carpenter performs a broad range of tasks for the Scenic Department.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Construct scenery as specified by drawings and in line with common theatrical practices.
- Load-in, strike, maintenance, and modification of all scenery in the theaters as specified by the technical director.
- Help to maintain a safe and sanitary scene shop.
- During down time, assisting in the improvement of shop and theater facilities.
- Comply with safety practices and training at all times.
- Assist other departments as needed.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have extensive experience in woodworking, finish carpentry, metal working/welding, and stage rigging. Experience in automation is a plus but not required. Extensive experience and knowledge of theatrical procedures, scenic construction, tools and theatrical materials is a must. Candidates must also have the ability to lift 50lbs, safely operate forklifts, genies and skyjacks, and safely drive a 24’ box truck. Working as a team member, and maintaining a positive attitude in times of stress is essential.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of professional experience as a scenic carpenter. Only applicants with detailed resume, professional references and photos of recent and historical work will be considered. Experience with a LORT company is preferred.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or better receive strong consideration, however there is no specific education requirement for this position.
COMPENSATION
Excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be provided. Relocation assistance is available.
Dallas Theater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to: Matthew McKinney (preferred); or mail to:
Potter Rose Production Studio
Attn: Matthew McKinney
3920 Black Gold Drive
Dallas, Texas 75254
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE and PERSONNEL MANAGER
posted NOVEMBER 16, 2011
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Human Resources, the Accounts Receivable and Personnel Manager is responsible for managing accounts receivable and managing some human resources activities, including employee benefits and payroll processing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Accounts Receivable and Personnel Manager will perform a full range of budgeting and accounting functions. Specific responsibilities include:
Accounts Receivable
• Perform data entry efficiently and accurately
• Process cash receipts and pledges
• Reconcile cash receipts between accounting system and Tessitura weekly and identify and research discrepancies
Payroll
• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll, including 1099 contract payments and manual checks
• Prepare and process payroll journal entries
Human Resources
• Facilitate the processes of posting available positions, hiring new employees, facilitating annual performance evaluations, and completing the employee termination checklist
• Maintain personnel files and job descriptions for all employees
• Hold new employee orientation meetings
• Manage employee benefits, including enrollments, terminations, open enrollment, COBRA administration, and monthly invoice reconciliation
• Track and report employee paid time off requests
• Perform miscellaneous HR-related tasks such as processing unemployment and workers’ compensation claims, completing employee verifications, and distributing W-2’s and 1099’s at year-end
Other Duties
• Other special projects and miscellaneous duties as needed
• Maintain cash sources for weekly cash flow forecast
• Prepare reports for grant requests
• Assist with fiscal year end closing and audit preparations
• Attend DTC full staff and company meetings
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will have strong computer skills, be proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications, be proficient and accurate with data entry, organized, attentive to detail, and have a knowledge of standard accounting procedures. Should be self-motivated and have the ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks at the same time while understanding immediate needs for accomplishing urgent matters. Must demonstrate a professional, courteous manner. High energy and an eager, positive attitude are essential. Experience with Blackbaud, Sage ACCPAC, and Tessitura a plus. Experience working in a theater environment is also a plus.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
At least three years of experience in non-profit accounting and human resources.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree. Emphasis in business, accounting, or related field preferred.
COMPENSATION
Excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be provided. Relocation assistance is available.
Dallas Theater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: jobsearch@dallastheatercenter.org.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN posted NOVEMBER 9, 2011
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Operations Manager (OM), the Maintenance Technician is responsible for implementing various functions of the facilities department; including, but not limited to: preventative maintenance of a multi-venue performing arts organization, project scheduling, follow-up, and event set-up.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Maintenance Technician will perform a full range of functions for the Facilities Department. Specific responsibilities include:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the completion of all maintenance work order requests as assigned
- Work within expense limits established
- Maintain inventory controls of various supplies for cost effective operations
- Schedule and complete the "Preventative Maintenance Program"
- Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors
- Assist in facilitation of third party rentals of DTC spaces
- Assist in implementation of capital projects for DTC properties by recommending projects based on facility needs, requesting and evaluating bids from third party contractors, assessing budget implications, and managing projects through to completion
- Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as needed
- Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned
- Complete grounds work which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas
- Alerting the OM/General Manager (GM) of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that have taken place or that may occur
- Maintain a professional courteous manner with all fellow employees, vendors, contractors, and tenants
- Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines
- Ensure compliance of all work-related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner
- Follow established company policies and those outlined in the Employee Handbook
- This job requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds
- Special projects and other responsibilities as may be determined
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the ability to multi-task, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure. It requires self-direction, strong organizational skills, and a courteous demeanor at all times. The Maintenance Technician must demonstrate the ability to listen and work well with varying levels of administration, staff (both inside and outside the department), guest artists, and tenants. Handy-man skills required (basic trouble shooting and repair); basic computer knowledge – Microsoft products, email; CMMS familiarity a plus.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two to five years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or similar position. Entry level applicants will also be considered.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should have an associate’s degree or higher. Emphasis in facilities, operations management, or related field preferred.
COMPENSATION
Excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be provided.
Dallas Theater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: facilities@dallastheatercenter.org (preferred); or mail to: Dallas Theater Center, Attn: General Manager, 2400 Flora St., Dallas, TX 75201
LEAD SCENIC ARTIST posted NOVEMBER 6, 2011
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Lead Scenic Artist, in collaboration with the Set Designer, is responsible for the surface treatments of all scenic elements. The Lead Scenic Artist also supervises the crew of painters, develops schedules and budgets, orders and maintains inventory and manages the current and future direction of the paint department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Lead Scenic Artist performs a broad range of functional and managerial tasks for the Production Department.
Specific responsibilities include:
• Evaluate incoming designs; prepare time and material estimate
• Prepare and submit samples to Set Designer for approval.
• Supervise application of base, back and flameproof coatings
• Supervise application and quality of special treatments like aging or gilding
• Create realistic simulated wood, stone, metal, brick, stained-glass and other surfaces as required.
• Work with paint crew to realize large-scale opaque and translucent drops
• Assist Props Dept. with special paint needs (as required)
• Manage Paint Dept. staff and over-hire
• Order and maintain supplies, tools and equipment
• Account for individual vendor and corporate card spending
• Maintain safe and clean workspace at all times
• Other miscellaneous duties as needed
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Exceptional theatrical scenic paint skills are absolutely essential. Organized and detail-oriented work manner are necessary. Ability to prioritize and balance multiple demands simultaneously is a must. Driving record sufficient to support insurability is required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Ten years of experience as a scenic painter. Only applicants with detailed resume, professional references and photos of recent and historical work will be considered. Experience with a LORT company is preferred. Experience managing crews is a plus.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or better receive strong consideration, however there is no specific education requirement for this position.
COMPENSATION
Excellent benefits package and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be provided. Relocation assistance is available.
Dallas Theater Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: jobsearch@dallastheatercenter.org (preferred); or mail to:
Dallas Theater Center
Attn: Production Manager
2400 Flora St.
Dallas, TX 75201
Artistic internships
There are no artistic internship opportunities currently available at DTC. Please check back here in 2012 when new opportunities may become available.
Production Overhire Positions
Dallas Theater Center is always looking for qualified, reliable people to help with load-ins, strikes, run crew, and large builds. If you're interested in being placed on one or more of our overhire lists, please email a brief outline of your qualifications and experience to:
Scenery / Carpentry: Matthew McKinney
Lighting: Justin Treece
Costumes: Jennifer Ables
Sound: Chad Parsley
Paint / Scenic Art: James Frazer
Wardrobe: Mattie ONeal
Run Crew: Travis Ross
Stage Management Observers
Dallas Theater Center seeks Stage Management Observers for our production of The Wiz, Summer 2011, and also our 2011-2012 season. SM Observers will assist the Stage Management staff and have the opportunity to observe and participate in DTC rehearsals and tech rehearsals. This is a volunteer position and it is best suited, but not limited, to those interested in pursuing Stage Management as a career. Appropriate applicants may seek professional internship credit with his/her current college or university (as appropriate). There are multiple openings for this position. Scheduling is part time, flexible and may be short or long term, but a commitment is required. Dallas/Fort Worth locals are encouraged to apply as housing is not provided. Résumés, references and cover letters may be sent to Kryssa Bowman. No phone calls, please.
