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La Jolla Playhouse is seeking to fill the following positions:
Reports to: Director of Philanthropy
FSLA Status: This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible for a full array of benefits including health insurance and 403(b) retirement plan.
The Corporate Relations Manager secures corporate sponsorships and corporate foundation support (cash and in-kind) for Playhouse productions, education and outreach initiatives and Gala. This front-line fundraiser will manage the primary portfolio of corporate donors and spend a majority of their time visiting current and potential donors, cultivating and stewarding current and future supporters, and authoring and submitting proposals and grants. This position leads the Innovation Night fundraising event – securing sponsorships and individual ticket sales to meet stated goals, coordinating with special events to plan and execute the evening, and coordinating the promotional campaign and displays for the Innovation Gallery. This position will also serve as occasional support to the Foundation & Government Relations Senior Manager, by submitting foundation grants and collaborating on foundation, government and corporate strategies and advocacy.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected].
Department: Scenery
Classification: IATSE Hourly
Schedule: Weekdays, weeknights, holidays and/or weekends
Status: Non-exempt
Reports to: Production Management, Technical Direction Staff
Works with: LJP Staff, Visiting Artists & Designers, IATSE Labor, UCSD Residents & Students
Supervises: IATSE Carpenters, Welders, Riggers; IATSE Apprentices and Pre-Apprentices
Under the direction of the Technical Direction Staff and Production Management, the Stage Carpenter serves as a key member of La Jolla Playhouse’s Production Staff. The position is expected to function in a fast-paced and detail-critical environment acting as the primary technician backstage, ensuring the quality, safety, and integrity of all La Jolla Playhouse productions to which assigned.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter, references and resume to [email protected]. Include “Stage Carpenter” in the subject line. Electronic submissions only; no mail, fax or phone calls please. EOE.
Department: Scenery
Classification: IATSE Hourly
Schedule: Weekdays, occasional weeknights, holidays and/or weekends
Status: Non-exempt
Reports to: Production Management, Technical Direction Staff, Master Carpenter, Production Carpenter
Works with: Stage Carpenters, Carpenters, Deck Crew
Supervises: None
Under the direction of the Technical Direction Staff and the Master Carpenter, the Carpenter is an essential member of the La Jolla Playhouse’s Production Staff. The position is expected to function in a fast-paced and detail-critical environment serving to fabricate, load in, and strike scenic elements for all La Jolla Playhouse productions to which they are assigned. 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. The strongest candidate is a technician and artist, committed to the artistic vision and mission of La Jolla Playhouse.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter, references and resume to [email protected]. Include “Carpenter” in the subject line. Electronic submissions only; no mail, fax or phone calls please. EOE.
Classification: IATSE Hourly
Schedule: Weekdays, some overtime, weeknights holidays and weekends
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Props Foreman, Props Supervisor, Production Management
Under the direction of the Props Supervisor and Lead Properties Artisan, the Properties Artisan serves as a key member of La Jolla Playhouse’s Production Staff. The position is expected to function in a fast-paced and detail-critical environment, working closely with designers, technicians and artisans and is responsible for the production, creation, procurement and refurbishment of stage props for produced or presented productions of the La Jolla Playhouse to which they are assigned. Key to the success of those projects, the Properties Artisan is responsible for creating, building, maintaining, or obtaining stage properties for the load-in, set up and strike for those productions. The strongest candidate is an artist and technician committed to the artistic vision and mission of La Jolla Playhouse.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter, references and resume to [email protected]. No phone calls please. EOE.
La Jolla Playhouse (LORT B) is currently accepting resumes for consideration for future IATSE hourly positions. Special attention will be paid to applicants residing in the San Diego area. Must have a valid driver’s license, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Positions are hourly plus overtime. Send resume and references to Production Management at [email protected]. Electronic submissions only; no mail, fax or phone calls please. EOE.
Classification: Full Time, Exempt with benefits
Reports to: Director of Finance
The Senior Accounting Manager will manage a set of accounting activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies and external audits. This person will manage the monthly closing of accounts and preparation of reports in support of the financial statements.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Senior Accounting Manager” in the subject line. EOE.
FT or PT: Part Time, 16-week temporary contract assignment sales position, base + commission
Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week; flexible schedule to include weekdays, weeknights and weekends
The Sales Concierge is responsible for soliciting donations and offering subscription package options to our patrons over the telephone. Must meet daily and monthly campaign goals. Perform any other duty as assigned.
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To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Sales Concierge” in the subject line. EOE.
FT or PT: Part Time
Schedule: Weekdays, weeknights, weekends
The Patron Services Representative represents the La Jolla Playhouse and UC San Diego Department of Theatre & Dance to patrons, both over the telephone and in person, selling single tickets and subscriptions while providing quality customer service. The Patron Services Representative is responsible for renewing subscriptions for fixed seat subscribers. They will resolve patron complaints within the scope of their responsibility; otherwise referring the patron to Patron Services Management. The ideal candidate will provide patrons with accurate play, musical, and/or special event information ensuring a positive ticketing experience.
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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.