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La Jolla Playhouse is seeking to fill the following positions:
Classification: Full Time, IATSE Hourly (non-exempt)
Reports to: Shop Foreman (build) / Lead Stage Carpenter (load in)
Compensation: Rate 2, IATSE Local 122 – Currently $25.97
The Carpenter constructs, load-ins, maintains and loads-out scenery for scenic elements produced or presented by La Jolla Playhouse. This position functions both independently and as part of a team, working with other carpenters, as well as collaborating with other production departments to successfully implement all LJP Productions. The ideal candidate will be familiar with a variety of materials and fabrication techniques and will be an effective communicator ensuring that projects are completed in a safe and efficient manner.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Carpenter” in the subject line. EOE.
Classification: Full Time, IATSE Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Shop Foreman
Compensation: Rate 2, IATSE Local 122 – $25.97
The Metal Fabricator prepares, welds, and fabricates metal structures and components for scenic elements produced or presented by La Jolla Playhouse. This position functions both independently and as part of a team, working with other carpenters, as well as collaborating with other production departments to successfully implement all LJP Productions. The ideal candidate will be familiar with a variety of materials and fabrication techniques and will be an effective communicator ensuring that projects are completed in a safe and efficient manner.
To Apply: Please send resume and references along with a cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Metal Fabricator/Welder” in the subject line. EOE.
Classification: Full Time, IATSE Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Scenery Supervisor
Compensation: Department Head Rate, IATSE Local 122 – Currently $31.65/hr
The Lead Stage Carpenter is the point person for all scenic and rigging load in, notes and load out activities for the assigned show. They lead carpenters, riggers, and automation techs in the safe and successful execution of all designed scenic elements and electric and sound rigging, and actively communicate across departments to ensure a smooth load in process. The Lead Stage Carpenter collaborates with the Scenery Supervisor & Production Foreman in the development of load-in and strike schedules and crew assignments, and works to carry out those plans in a safe and efficient manner.
To Apply: Please send resume and references along with a cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Lead Stage Carpenter” in the subject line. EOE.
Classification: Full-time, exempt (salary) position
Reports to: Scenery Supervisor
Compensation: $75,000-$85,000/yr
Under the direction of the Scenery Supervisor and in collaboration with the Production Management team the Technical Designer serves as a key member of La Jolla Playhouse’s Scenery Department. The Technical Designer will have the primary responsibility of overseeing the engineering, drafting and technical construction of scenery (built, purchased, rented, or otherwise) for all productions produced and presented by La Jolla Playhouse including festivals and special events. Key to the success of those projects, the Technical Designer, in collaboration with the other Production Department Supervisors, will take an active role in communication with Designers, IATSE Stagehands and La Jolla Playhouse Management with an emphasis on maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Strong candidates will possess a strong working knowledge of structural and mechanical design and a demonstrated ability to safely engineer complex scenery solutions. The successful candidate is a collaborative technical engineer committed to La Jolla Playhouse’s mission and values.
To Apply: Please send resume and references along with a cover letter to [email protected]. Please include “Technical Designer” in the subject line. EOE.
Classification: IATSE Hourly
Reports to: Costume Supervisor, Production Management
Compensation: $30.76/hr
Under the direction of the Costume Supervisor, the Lead Draper/Tailor serves as a key member of La Jolla Playhouse’s Production Department Staff. This position works in a fast-paced and detail-critical environment. The Lead Draper/Tailor works with the Costume Designer, Costume Supervisor, First Hand, and Stitchers to pattern costumes, conduct fittings, supervise the construction of costumes and guide the process of alterations and notes through the costume work floor for all assigned La Jolla Playhouse productions. The strongest candidate is an artist, technician, and leader committed to the artistic vision, mission and values of La Jolla Playhouse.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Lead Draper/Tailor” in the subject line. EOE.
Classification: Full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position, eligible for a full array of benefits
Reports to: Associate Director of Sales & Marketing
Compensation: $26.00 – $27.00 per hour
Based at La Jolla Playhouse’s administrative offices, the Marketing Manager, Digital & Content oversees digital marketing campaigns and initiatives, develops and distributes timely, relevant content for audiences to extend reach and deepen audience enjoyment and understanding of La Jolla Playhouse’s work.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and at least two work samples of marketing content you have created (video, photo, audio etc. – links are fine) to [email protected]. Include in the subject line – “Marketing Manager”. Please use your cover letter to highlight how your unique background and experience relates to the essential skills outlined in this document, and how you will support the mission and values of the Playhouse. EOE.
Classification: Part-time, non-exempt (hourly) position
Reports to: Associate Director of Ticketing Services
Compensation: $17.25 per hour
The Patron Services Representative represents La Jolla Playhouse to patrons, over the telephone, by email correspondence, and in person – selling single tickets and subscriptions while providing quality customer service.
To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Patron Services Representative” in the subject line. EOE.
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La Jolla Playhouse will not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, gender identity, genetic information, sex or sexual orientation, or any other protected category in its hiring and employment practices, or in any other aspect of the employment relationship.
We encourage applicants with a unique perspective inclusive of race, color, religion, familial status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age and physical ability to apply. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work, on and off stage. La Jolla Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and all qualified applications will receive consideration.
Photo credit: Emma Hunton (left) and the cast of La Jolla Playhouse’s production of Disney’s Freaky Friday; photo by Jim Carmody.
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