Tech Call: Lighting Operator/Designer, Crank Collective at City Theatre, Austin, for Alamo Aftermath, November 7 - 16

(www.texshows.com)

Crank Collective needs a lighting operator and/or designer for Alamo Aftermath, a Texas revolution operetta running evenings November 7, 8, 9 and 14, 15, 16 at City Theater on Airport Blvd. 

We'd need you to do at least one tech rehearsal, preferably the evening of November 6th. The theater has a programmable board.

Experience with theater and/or running lights preferred. Full show details at www.texshows.com

Contact John Cecil of the Crank Collective at alamoaftermath@gmail.com or at 512 569-6155

Costumer wanted for 'Macbeth' at City Theatre

Witches, spirits, insane wives...City Theatre is looking for someone to help assist with MACBETH costumes. 

 Runs October 10 - November 3. 

Compensation is offered. Let us know if interested. 

info@citytheatreaustin.org

Jobs & Opportunities in San Antonio at the Playhouse

Join our Playhouse San Antonio team!

Box Office Attendant/House Manager: The Playhouse San Antonio is seeking 2 friendly, outgoing individuals to join our Front of House team as Box Office Attendants and House Managers. Candidates will have customer service experience, a professional demeanor (both in person and on the phone), and excellent organizational skills as well as a keen attention to detail and a passion for making every patron’s experience pleasant, convenient, and efficient.

Experience & Requirements

• Computer proficiency required including an intimate working knowledge of all applications in the Microsoft Office Suite
• Background in theatre or performing arts highly preferred but not required
• Box office experience including box office software experience preferred but not required
• Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patrons and colleagues in order to answer patron questions, problem solve, and continue to create a pleasant environment.
• Experience completing financial transactions and inventory tracking highly preferred.
• Hours vary with performance schedule. Evenings and weekends required.

Apply today! Email your résumé with cover letter to Box Office Manager Shannon Bishop at sbishop@theplayhousesa.org. No phone calls, please.

Designers: Set, Lighting, and Costume Designers are needed for shows in the The Playhouse Russell Hill Rogers and Cellar Theaters for shows this season and next. Designers are contracted on a show-by-show basis. Please submit resume and photographic samples of your work or drawings to info@theplayhousesa.org or mail to The Playhouse San Antonio, P.O. Box 12356, San Antonio, TX 78212. No phone calls please.

Music Directors: Music Directors are needed at The Playhouse for upcoming and future shows. Music directors are contracted for each individual show. Please submit a resume to info@theplayhousesa.org or mail to The Playhouse San Antonio, P.O. Box 12356, San Antonio, TX 78212. No phone calls please.

800 West Ashby | P.O. Box 12356 San Antonio, TX 78212 | Office: 210-733-7258 | Fax: 210-734-2651 | Box Office: 210-733-7258

Scenic Designer Position Open at 2013 Southwestern University Theatre Camp

Scenic Designer Position – Tal Lostracco’s Summer Theatre Camp



Tal Lostracco’s Summer Theatre Camp at Southwestern University seeks to hire a scenic designer for its summer 2013 Camp. While we prefer a current Texas high school theatre teacher, the position is open to anyone who can fit our needs.


The scenic designer is responsible for all aspects of design and construction for the 5 productions we are planning for the 2013 camp. The scenic designer will have assistance from a Technical Director and Props Designer to execute the design for a repertory of 5 shows with limited scenic needs.

A successful candidate will posses the following skills

• ability to deliver a ground plan and rendering for each production

• construction skills

• scenic painting skills

• manage scene shop with safety as a priority

• resourcefulness of repurposing stock scenery and working with a small budget

• ability to manage student technical campers while teaching technical skills

Designer will receive a salary and room and board at Southwestern University for the 2-week camp. Any applicant will have to pass a background check before being hired. The camp is in session from July 6-July 20 2013.


If you are interested in applying please send the following items to talscamp2013@gmail.com

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Photos of your work or a link to photos of your work

Click for additional information about the summer theatre camp

Opportunity: Zach Theatre Seeks Part-Time Graphics Designer

seeks Part-Time Assistant Graphic Designer, Department: Marketing

Designer works directly with ZACH’s Marketing Director and Art Director and also collaborates with Education and Development Departments. Responsible for projects, many of which will be focused on marketing ZACH’s theatrical productions with specific requirements regarding copy and elements that must be included on each piece.

Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related degree

Minimum Required Experience: 4+ years solid design and production experience in agency, non-profit or corporate business; Experience as a working freelancer is a plus

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong knowledge of entire Adobe Creative Suite on Mac platform;
Strong layout skills and knowledge of style sheets
Ability to prepare files for press, ensuring proper color management and font usage
Photo editing skills including color correcting, clipping and combining
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to make changes in a timely manner
Impeccable attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Strong communication skills
Copy writing and editing skills are a plus
Illustration skills are a plus
Knowledge of Dreamweaver, html and email marketing programs is a plus
Prior experience in a theatre environment is a BIG plus!

Essential Job Functions:
Projects range from ads to flyers, signs and ongoing program layouts, to audience guides, direct mail, brochures and more. Other assignments will focus on ZACH’s educational programing (classes, camps and shows for children) and on projects for the Development department (direct mail, capitol campaign materials, fundraising appeals and special events materials that include signage, flyers, invitations, etc.)

Layout/design postcards, direct mail, brochures, program inserts, forms, fliers etc. Copy, logos and essential graphic elements and a ZACH style guide will be provided and in many cases, templates or past pieces can be used as a starting point.

Projects will also include creating graphics for Z-Mails (ZACH’s weekly email to patrons) and modifying an HTML template to send out for proofing.

Other Information: Position requires 30 hours a week to ZACH projects, working on-site in the Marketing Department

Please submit a letter of interest, design samples (or a link to your portfolio) and resume to barbara@zachtheatre.org. No phone calls please.