The High Point Theatre is seeking a full-time Theatre Technical Director. This position will assist the Senior Technical Director with technical services, building maintenance and repairs year-round for the 965 seat High Point Theatre. Requirements include experience in operating sound, lighting, projection and fly systems; ability to work in any stage production capacity; knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and OSHA issues; experience with Microsoft Products; ability to work with all types of people and must have the ability to remain calm, productive, and pleasant working with tight deadlines in a creative but sometimes chaotic atmosphere. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and Holidays. Salary begins at $34,157 annually depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package. Interested applicants should obtain, complete and return required City application form no later than May 31, 2013 to City of High Point, Human Resources Department, 211 South Hamilton Street, High Point, NC 27260 or apply online: http://www.highpointnc.gov/person/jobs.cfm. The City of High Point is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
High Point, NC THEATRE TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
May 21st, 2013Durham Arts Council, NC – Theater Operations Manager/Technical Director
May 15th, 2013Theater Operations Manager/Technical Director
Durham Arts Council, a leading arts agency in North Carolina, seeks a Theater Operations Manager/Technical Director. This is a full time, hourly position with benefits, with weekly schedule driven by client volume and event scheduling requirements. This position will also handle general maintenance and repair duties in the theatre and assist with other facility duties as time allows. This key position coordinates venue bookings with the Assistant Manager of Facility Sales, and provides leadership and management for the operation, maintenance, and care of DAC’s newly renovated 200-seat PSI Theatre and other venues, support spaces and related technical equipment in the building. Must be knowledgeable in operating sound (Yamaha LS-9 Digital board), lighting (ETC-ION lighting system), lighting design, projection and A/V equipment. Must be customer service oriented with the ability to work well with both experienced and inexperienced theater clients. Prior technical operation experience and experience working with clients required, with a minimum of three (3) years experience in a comparable venue. College degree in related field preferred.
Position reports to the Director of Facilities and Visitor Services. Qualified applicants should send resume and cover letter to Director of Facilities and Visitor Services, Durham Arts Council, Attn: Theater position; 120 Morris Street, Durham, NC 27701. E-mail applications to jkershaw@durhamarts.org. Applications accepted until position is filled. No calls or visits, please. DAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Development Director, Roanoke, VA
March 20th, 2013Jefferson Center of Roanoke, VA seeks a Director of Development who will manage a comprehensive development program including major gifts, annual campaign, program sponsorship, planned giving, and the day-to-day operations of the development office. Candidate should have a bachelor’s degree with experience in development and a proven track record in mission centered fundraising. Please send resume and salary requirements to: hiring@jeffcenter.org.
Jefferson Center, a nonprofit arts and services organization seeks an Associate Development Officer in Roanoke, VA. Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree and capital fundraising experience with a successful record in the administration of major campaigns. Must have extensive understanding of nonprofit structure and exceptional organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple deadlines. Seeking a candidate who is highly motivated and mission focused. Please send resume and salary requirements to hiring@jeffcenter.org.
Box Office Manager, Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech
March 7th, 2013Box Office Manager, Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech
The Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech seeks an experienced box office and customer service professional to join our staff. Part of a university commitment to the arts on campus and in surrounding communities, the Center for the Arts will include a 1,260-seat performance hall and two visual arts galleries when it opens in Fall 2013. This position directs ticket office operations, manages box office staff, and manages ticketing system processes and reporting. If you have significant box office and customer service experience and the talent to build operations from the ground-up, please visit our Staff Position posting #SW0130030 at www.jobs.vt.edu. Review of applications will begin March 22, 2013. Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Peace Center: Director of Development
March 6th, 2013Peace Center Job Description
Job Title: Director of Development
Reports To: VP, Development
Department: Development
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Position Summary
The position calls for a high-energy fundraiser. He/she will work with the VP Development and President to play a key role in the overall strategic planning for the department and organization.
This person will work in partnership with the VP, Development to build upon and accelerate a comprehensive individual, corporate and foundation giving program. Responsible for securing philanthropic and sponsorship support through identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding individual, corporate and foundation funds as established in the Peace Center’s strategic plan.
Position Responsibilities
Departmental Activities:
Develop, implement and build upon The Peace Center’s annual individual, corporate/foundation plan.
Spearheading strategic short and long range individual, corporate and foundation planning.
Work closely with the VP, Development, President, Board of Directors and senior staff to play a key role in the overall strategic planning for the department and organization.
Prepare and/or oversee proposals/grant applications for individual, corporate and foundation solicitations.
Work with regional and national corporations and foundations to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward philanthropy, major sponsorships, facility rental and tickets for clients/employees.
Foster positive relationships in the community.
Plan, develop and oversee individual, corporate and foundation special events for the purpose of donor cultivation.
Collaborate with the VP, Development in preparing annual plans, budgets and measures of success for assigned areas of responsibility.
Provide excellence customer service to donors.
Work in close coordination with other departments within the Peace Center to ensure all efforts are cohesively integrated.
Skills
Self-starter.
Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written capabilities.
Have the ability to set, pursue, and achieve goals with a positive and energetic attitude.
Pursue objectives in an organized and efficient manner.
Prioritizes activities.
Completes high quality work on time, on budget, and on mission.
Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Raisers Edge a plus.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 4 years in the fundraising field.
It is a plus that the selected development individual come from a performing arts venue, or has a balanced portfolio of nonprofit and corporate experience.
The Organization
For over twenty years, the Peace Center for the Performing Arts has served South Carolina’s Upstate by providing the world’s finest performers, dynamic community engagement programs and by supporting local arts organizations. This this mission, the Center has grown to serve 360,000 people annually through more than 600 performances, community engagement initiatives and events. Notably, these operations have made the Center a regional attraction, generating an average of $25 million of economic activity in Greenville, SC each year.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is competitive with experience with appropriate benefits.
Applications and Inquires
Cover letter and resume to:
The Peace Center
101 West Broad Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Attn: Human Resources/Development
Tel (864) 467-3030, Ext 1230
Fax (864) 467-3040
E-mail lhart@peacecenter.org
Ticketing Manager – Operations (Assistant Box Office Manager) DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, Durham, NC
February 21st, 2013Job Description
· Act as ticketing manager for the purpose of creating event builds utilizing Ticketmaster’s suite of ticket management products, especially Ticketmaster Archtics. Ensures accuracy of pricing, capacity, and other technical details for all events, price codes audits. Work directly with Ticketmaster representatives.
· In concert with the Director of Ticketing, manage the season subscription process of building, invoicing, fulfilling, and managing ticket inventory for the Broadway season.
· Assist in creating and maintaining accurate documentation for internal and external reporting, including event settlements. Prepare daily, weekly, and other wraps with the assistance of box office staff.
· Hire, train and provide support for call center staff in supporting best customer service practices.
· Develop best practices for event creation, customer support, and ticket processing for call center staff. Respond to all queries from call center staff and customers at large.
· Maintain communication system with call center staff to ensure that all staff are up to date on new promotions, special offers or changes in pricing
· Act as a resource for Group Sales Manager in event building, including online Group Sales Offers. Assist in price code building for Broadway events, concerts, and other special events.
· Process ticket requests as needed. Oversee comp ticket distribution, tracking and accuracy.
· Maintain a knowledge bank through continuing education/training on best practices in ticketing, customer service, and Ticketmaster standards.
· Other duties as assigned
· Position reports to Director of Ticketing
Requirements
· A minimum of three years of successful experience in ticketing
· Proven ability to develop and maintain a work environment that delivers exceptional customer service and achieves financial goals
· Strong interpersonal skills including ability to work independently and with varied personalities across organizations, as well as in team settings
· Proficient in ticketing software (Ticketmaster Archtics preferred), call center operations and Microsoft products
· Ability to provide visible leadership and to establish a sense of pride and collaboration among all Ticket Services staff
· Knowledge of theater practices and protocols
· Ability to work some nights, weekends and holidays as needed
About DPAC – Durham Performing Arts Center
Established in 2008 , DPAC, the Durham Performing Arts Center, has become the center for live entertainment in the Triangle. Recognized for its contemporary design, DPAC features 2,700 seats, intimate sightlines and state-of-the art sound and video. Listed three times in the top 50 in Pollstar magazine’s worldwide theater attendance rankings, in 2012 DPAC was the #1 U.S. Theater in the listing with a capacity under 4,000 and #5 among all U.S. Theaters.
With a mission of presenting one-of a-kind live entertainment events, DPAC truly has “something for everyone”, hosting over 200 performances a year including spectacular touring Broadway productions, high-profile concert and comedy events, family shows and the heralded American Dance Festival. Operated under the direction of Nederlander and Professional Facilities Management (PFM), DPAC has twice been listed three times as the #1 performing arts organization in the region by the Triangle Business Journal.
Respond with cover letter, resume and three letters of reference to: hr@dpacnc.com
The Batte Center: Operations Manager
February 10th, 2013The Batte Center will have an opening for an Operations Manager starting February 22, 2013. Full-time, salaried, benefits
Director of Ticketing – DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, Durham, NC
January 29th, 2013Director of Ticketing – DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center, Durham, NC
Job Description
Responsibilities will include overseeing all box office, subscription and group sales operations for DPAC (Durham Performing Arts Center), a large 2,700 seat theater located in Durham, NC (Raleigh-Durham Market area). Position will include the management and training of all ticketing staff including three full-time Assistant Managers and Supervisors and up to twenty part-time Call Center and Window staff. Additional responsibilities include customer relations, event coordination with ARCHTICS and Ticketmaster ticketing systems and sales reporting to management of touring Broadway productions. Will work with marketing on a daily basis to set sales strategies and goals. During show weeks, schedule night of show box office staff, ensure superior customer service and work with company management to ensure nightly and weekly reports are accurately completed in a timely manner. Will assist settlement staff with necessary reports during settlement process for a wide variety of events including not only Broadway but concerts, comedy, family shows and special events.
Requirements
Suitable candidates must have excellent customer service skills and experience, as well as a strong ticketing background, preferably with either ARCHTICS and Ticketmaster Classic (but not required). Candidates must possess basic skills in MS Excel, word processing and accounting. Personal attributes required include a friendly and patient disposition, strong communication skills, self-motivation, resourcefulness, the ability to multi-task effectively and working as a team player is essential to success in this position.
About DPAC – Durham Performing Arts Center
Established in 2008 , DPAC, the Durham Performing Arts Center, has become the center for live entertainment in the Triangle. Recognized for its contemporary design, DPAC features 2,700 seats, intimate sightlines and state-of-the art sound and video. Listed three times in the top 50 in Pollstar magazine’s worldwide theater attendance rankings, in 2012 DPAC was the #1 U.S. Theater in the listing with a capacity under 4,000 and #5 among all U.S. Theaters.
With a mission of presenting one-of a-kind live entertainment events, DPAC truly has “something for everyone”, hosting over 200 performances a year including spectacular touring Broadway productions, high-profile concert and comedy events, family shows and the heralded American Dance Festival. Operated under the direction of Nederlander and Professional Facilities Management (PFM), DPAC has twice been listed three times as the #1 performing arts organization in the region by the Triangle Business Journal.
Respond with cover letter, resume and three letters of reference to: hr@dpacnc.com