Employment
McCarter Theatre Center located in the beautiful city of Princeton, New Jersey, has the following employment opportunities available. McCarter is an equal opportunity employer, deeply committed to hiring, supporting, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide an excellent working environment and benefits. Come join our team!
McCarter Theatre Center is currently seeking to fill the following positions:
McCarter Theatre Center, located on the campus of Princeton University, is one of the nation’s most active cultural centers. Under the artistic leadership of award-winning playwright and director Emily Mann, McCarter produces a vibrant six-play Theater Series each season. McCarter is a major presenter of the performing arts, bringing the best artists from around the world to Central New Jersey, including Dianne Reeves, Esparanza Spalding, Andy Borowitz, and many more. McCarter is committed to engaging, educating and cultivating a broad range of audiences, making the arts accessible to all people, and presenting a variety of entertaining and thought-provoking programming across disciplines.
The Social Media Coordinator at McCarter is key to telling and reinforcing our story through the creation, curation, and management of McCarter’s social media and content strategy.
Principal Job Responsibilities:
- Work with the Assistant Director of Marketing to design content strategy that engages current and potential patrons with McCarter programming and institutional messaging.
- Create content to be shared across a variety of platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn), including but not limited to, written posts/articles, images, video.
- Schedule and share content across platforms.
- Collaborate with the McCarter artistic team, co-producing partners, and visiting artists and their management to tell the “behind-the-scenes” story and create deeper connection with the work on our stages.
- Collaborate with McCarter development and education teams to highlight institutional messages.
- Engage with followers, local organizations and businesses, and Princeton University to create conversation and build community.
- Assist with the capture and editing of video assets including web and social content as well as live capture.
- Measure success of campaigns with the Digital Media Strategist and Data Analytics Manager.
- Stay abreast of current social media and content marketing strategies in order to maintain best practices.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Experience running social media campaigns (non-profit performing arts experience is a plus)
- Understanding of key metrics to measure success of campaigns
- Strong writing, photography, videography, and design skills
- Proficiency with editing software including Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro
- Experience with social media management tools such as Hootsuite a plus
- Flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends
Compensation:
Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick and personal time, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and a 403 (b) retirement plan.
To Apply:
Candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references to jobs@mccarter.org with “Social Media Coordinator” in the subject line. Please tell us how you became aware of this opportunity. No phone calls please.
McCarter Theatre Center, located on the campus of Princeton University, is one of the nation’s most active cultural centers. Under the artistic leadership of award-winning playwright and director Emily Mann, McCarter produces a vibrant six-play Theater Series each season. McCarter is a major presenter of the performing arts, bringing the best artists from around the world to Central New Jersey, including Dianne Reeves, Esparanza Spalding, Andy Borowitz, and many more. McCarter is committed to engaging, educating and cultivating a broad range of audiences, making the arts accessible to all people, and presenting a variety of entertaining and thought-provoking programming across disciplines.
The House Services Manager is charged with leading Front of House operations. This position has a wide range of responsibilities, including managing and supporting the Front of House staff, oversight of the volunteer usher program, leadership of patron Access programs and ADA compliance, maintaining appropriate safety procedures, and collaborating with McCarter staff and outside vendors to best support and promote McCarter performances and events.
Principal Job Responsibilities:
- Manage the Front of House team, ensuring that all FOH employees and volunteers are working towards creating a welcoming and friendly environment for our patrons. Compile and distribute relevant information regarding individual performances to the FOH team.
- Supervise all FOH employees including recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluations. In addition, the House Services Manager is responsive to day to day staffing issues and concerns.
- Accurately budget and track financial information for all areas of FOH, including (but not limited to) payroll, accounts payable, interdepartmental charges, outside rentals, and special events.
- Oversee the volunteer usher program, with a focus on growing a skilled, friendly usher corps and maintaining an environment in which our volunteers feel valued and appreciated, and are recognized as a vital part of our operations.
- Act as a familiar friendly face for our recurring patrons, subscribers, and donors; facilitate a welcoming atmosphere for all patrons upon entering McCarter Theatre.
- Regularly communicate with personnel from other departments and foster collaborative relationships throughout the organization.
- Develop processes and policies to meet strategic goals and standards, especially as they relate to Patron Experience. Areas of concentration include: concessions, patron interaction, parking, and safety.
- Assist the Director of Patron Experience in achieving our Access goals as specified in ADA regulations and our own ADA Plan. Facilitate meetings with the ADA Team and Access Coordinator; train staff & volunteers; maintain equipment for Access Services.
- Ensure legal compliance of FOH practices as they relate to food & beverage service, alcohol service, and public accommodations. Work with general management to maintain and renew applicable licenses.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Minimum of 2-3 years management experience.
- Proven track record providing excellent customer service.
- Passion for the performing arts.
- Ability to take charge of a situation, delegate, and multi-task.
- Possesses a confident and approachable personality.
- Superb attention to detail and proactive nature.
- Ability to problem solve creatively, in a time-sensitive environment.
- Strong computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook)
- Experience with CRM/ticketing system database (preferably Tessitura) and/or POS modules.
- Ability to work nights, weekends and during the holidays.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 40 lbs.; Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
- Final candidates must complete a background check successfully.
Compensation:
Competitive salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacation, sick and personal time, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and a 403 (b) retirement plan.
To Apply:
Candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and three (3) references to jobs@mccarter.org with “House Services Manager” in the subject line. Please tell us how you became aware of this opportunity. No phone calls please.
As McCarter Theater Center’s Education Department continues to expand its programming, we are seeking creative, dedicated, multi-disciplined and passionate individuals to join our team of teaching artists. Opportunities for McCarter education teaching artists span from summer theatre and afterschool classes to community partnerships and in-school residencies. We are particularly seeking teaching artists with experience in one or more of the following: poetry/spoken word, directing/acting coaching, music directing, arts integration, and bi-lingual education. Past experience as either a teaching artist or classroom teacher is essential. Final candidates must successfully complete a background check.
Please send a cover letter and resume by email to eguilbert@mccarter.org. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring, supporting, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.
McCarter Theatre Center seeks part-time employees to join the Front of House staff. We are looking for people who enjoy interacting with the public, love the performing arts, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The Front of House staff is responsible for ensuring that our patrons have a friendly and welcoming experience at the theater. We are committed to providing excellent customer service through creative problem-solving, teamwork, and enthusiasm for the work on our stages.
We are currently looking for Bartenders, Assistant House Managers, and Security Stewards. Ideal applicants will have a background in customer service and/or the hospitality industry, the ability to collaborate as part of a team, and evening and weekend availability. Hours are based on the performance schedule and vary throughout the season (typically September through June). Starting rate is $11/hour. Final candidates must successfully complete a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring, supporting, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. For immediate consideration, please send a resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@mccarter.org with “Front of House” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
McCarter has opportunities for casual employment in stage lighting and stage carpentry. Assignments include load-in, focus, and strike of our Theater Series productions and Presented Events and may occasionally include run crew positions. Applicants should have previous professional back stage experience, must be able to lift heavy equipment and scenery, and be comfortable working on ladders and elevated platforms. Stage rigging, scene shop carpentry, or audio experience also a plus.
Casual Employment is paid hourly with overtime compensation. To be considered for employment in this area please email a letter and resume to production@mccarter.org. No phone calls please.
McCarter has opportunities for casual employment in scenic carpentry and metal fabrication. These assignments require demonstrated proficiency in theatrical set construction and prior experience in a professional shop setting. Work may also include participation in load-ins and strike of our Theater Series productions and Presented Events. Applicants must be able to lift and carry heavy materials and scenery.
Casual Employment is paid hourly with overtime compensation. To be considered for employment in this area please email a letter and resume to production@mccarter.org. No phone calls please.