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Organizational Overview:

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s mission is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. We fulfill our mission through three primary programs:
*  TCT MainStage at the Taft Theatre
*  TCT On Tour
*  TCT Academy
 
Vision: To awaken a lifelong love of theatre in children and the young at heart.

Core Beliefs:
*  We believe in the power of theatre to enrich lives and create deeper understandings of people, cultures, and perspectives.
*  We believe that our audiences deserve high-quality experiences that are rich with wonder, honesty, compassion, joy, and wisdom.
*  We believe that the arts and education are not mutually exclusive.
*  We believe that the art we create must respect the diversity of our community.
*  We believe in the power of integrated arts education to enrich our lives and our communities.

Position Overview:
The Resident Stage Manager will assist the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  The Resident Stage Manager coordinates rehearsal and performance needs for TCT.
 
This position will report directly to the Production Director in Cincinnati, OH, and will work in tandem with The Technical Director, the Associate Artistic Director/Company Manager, and contracted creative teams, which make up the key members of the Production Department.
 
Responsibilities:

     Duties include but are not limited to:

TCT MainStage
•   Stage Managing productions for TCT
•   Assist in managing schedules for technical departments and casts with Producing Director
•   Attending all production meetings, rehearsals, and performances
•   Assist in scheduling of rehearsals and performances with stage director and creative team members
•   Assist in paperwork generally associated with Stage Management including crew running paperwork, character costume breakdowns, and prompt book creation.
•   Assist in performer choreography and blocking record-keeping
•   Assist with coordination of MainStage season auditions
•   Recruit and manage Assistant Stage Managers and Stage Management Interns with the help of the Production Director
•   Along with Production and Artistic teams, manage schedules for technical department and casts
•   General Stage Management duties required for the production, including set up of the rehearsal room, taping out the rehearsal room, prop tables, and creating, maintaining, and distributing all paperwork including a prompt book containing blocking and production cues.
 
Education and Outreach
•   When available, acts as the Stage Manager for the final performances of TCT Academy and STAR performances.
 
Casting
•   Assist the Associate Artistic Director to coordinate and attend auditions and callbacks, assisting with paperwork where necessary.       
 
Technical Theatre Coordination
•   Along with the Production Director, create and manage technical schedules and IATSE crew needs.
•   Oversee unloading scenery, prop, and wardrobe trucks after load-out from the theater as available.
•   Along with the Production Director, supervise strike of all TCT performances.


Ideal and Minimum Qualifications:

•   Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts or related field, or equivalent work experience in Theatre Production/Stage Management
•   Ability to work and maintain schedules for technical departments and performers
•   Excellent communication and relationship building skills
•   Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office
•   Ability to read written music
•   Broad understanding of all aspects of technical theatre
•   Experience working with Labor Union Crews, and Volunteers[RJ1] [RJ2] [RJ3]
•   Ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds   

Compensation and Benefits:
•   Annual Salary:  $40,000
•   Health, vision, and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period
•   403(b) retirement plan participation available with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service
•   Generous PTO based on years of service
•   Generous paid holiday schedule

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a video, cover letter/resume, portfolio, and/or demo reels. (Files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome). No phone calls, please.
Please submit materials and any references by September 3, 2021 to submissions@tctcincinnati.com.  Subject Line: Stage Manager Submission 
 
Start Date:
Mid-October, 2021
The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

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TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (Full-Time)

Organizational Overview:

TCT’s mission is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  We fulfill our mission through three primary programs:
•   TCT MainStage at the Taft Theatre – We welcome 107,000 children, teachers, and family members from across the Tri-State, to one of our four family-friendly and professional musical theatre productions at the historic Taft.
•   TCT On Tour – We see over 66,000 children and their families at one of our touring performances or during an arts-integration workshop or residency.
•   TCT Academy – Over 600 children will be provided fine arts instruction, including the group that participates in the four-week intensive summer NKU STAR Intensive where we offer professional musical theatre training to some of the region’s most talented youth.

Vision: To awaken a lifelong love of theater in children and the young at heart.

Core Beliefs:
•   We believe in the power of theater to enrich lives and create deeper understandings of people, cultures, and perspectives.
•   We believe that our audiences deserve high quality experiences that are rich with wonder, honesty, compassion, joy, and wisdom.
•   We believe that the arts and education are not mutually exclusive.
•   We believe that the art we create must respect the diversity of our community.
•   We believe in the power of integrated arts education to enrich our lives and our communities.

Position Overview:

The ideal Technical Director (TD) is a skilled theater professional that is highly knowledgeable in all aspects of scenic construction, is familiar with lighting, sound, and AV, and will effectively navigate the complexities of a multifaceted work environment with an ambitious production calendar.

The Technical Director is responsible for overseeing all technical/scenic operations of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati’s productions, including lighting, sound, props, set design and construction.

The Technical Director maintains technical spaces and equipment and develops and enforces practices that ensure safe, efficient, and effective operation of the scenic operations of The Showtime Stage, The Scene Shop(s) and the Taft Theatre. The role directly supports the success of the scenic operations for 4 MainStage productions and 4-5 touring productions per year.  The Technical Director reports to the Managing Director & CEO, and works alongside the Producing Artistic Director and in conjunction with the Production Stage Manager. The Technical Director assists in identifying and prioritizing needs and initiatives, finding creative solutions to achieve goals while conserving resources.


Responsibilities:
•   Safeguard and schedule maintenance of all technical assets of Showtime Stage facilities, including lighting, sound and communications equipment.
•   Determine technical needs for MainStage, Showtime Stage and touring productions - technical specifications, schedules, budget and assisting in determining IASTE crew sizes. Order and obtain materials and manage scenic design budgets. Coordinate the stage and equipment logistics; including the loading and unloading of trucks with crew. Work with the carpenters and designers to determine build and maintenance schedules. Hire and supervise over-hire technicians.
•   Approve designs with regard to safety, compatibility, feasibility, budget, and scheduling considerations. Create technical drawings and plans, either by hand or by CAD, and oversee and build scenery. Coordinate transportation of scenery to and from the theaters, coordinate the load-ins/strike and storage all sets, props, TCT’s lighting and sound equipment after the end of the shows.
•   Advise the members of the production team on technical aspects of each theatrical project.
•   Supervise and assist in the technical aspects of all shows, establish technical schedules for all productions; attend technical rehearsals. Ensure safety.
•   Maintain technical spaces and equipment in the shops and theater spaces; monitor the condition of equipment and perform preventive maintenance; inspect equipment on a regular basis; develop a replacement and upgrade schedule for tools and equipment and arrange for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints.  Work with the Operations Manager to orient facility users to the safety, technical elements and other areas of the facility’s operations.  Create and maintain inventories of technical supplies and equipment. Oversee the process of checking scenic elements in and out for rentals.
•   Develop and enforce practices that ensure safe, efficient and effective operations of all theater facilities and the Scene Shop.
•   Make recommendations regarding capital purchases of technical equipment.


Knowledge/Skills:               
•   Bachelor's Degree in Technical Direction with experience in a professional or educational environment. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and career experience in the field, but without a formal degree, will also be considered. Touring experience as a Technical Director is preferred but not required.
•   Working knowledge of techniques, methods and procedures of theatre, dance, and music productions and presentations including stage, set, sound and lighting design and implementation; stage management; appropriate safety precautions and procedures, and ability to analyze and evaluate the need for technical support for various events and performances.
•   Working closely with an experienced, tight knit, passionate, and dedicated staff, including artists and I.A.T.S.E. union members.
•   Working knowledge of PC and Mac based productivity software, as well as functional familiarity with industry standard theatrical software, such as AUTOCAD or equivalent, and able to learn other software as needed.
•   Prior supervisory experience of a team in a dynamic environment and in management of direct reports.
•   Excellent problem solving and communication skills, both written and oral. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various groups.
•   Ability to retain good humor and composure in stressful situations.
•   Valid Driver's License required. Experience operating box trucks preferred.
•   Able to lift, push or pull objects up to 100 pounds using appropriate tools and/or a work partner. Must be able to stoop, stand, safely climb stairs and ladders, and be comfortable using Genie lifts to assist with reaching heights.
•   Able to maintain a flexible work schedule, which may include irregular and extended working hours.

Compensation & Benefits:

•   Salary range: $40,000 - $60,000
•   Health, vision and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period
•   403(b) retirement plan participation available, after a waiting period, with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service
•   Generous PTO based on years of service
•   Generous paid holiday schedule

Please send resume and references to:  submissions@tctcincinnati.com as soon as possible.

For download of the job description, which includes current 18-19 season and schedule, visit:
https://www.thechildrenstheatre.com/about/careers

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Associate Stage Manager [Twelve Month Contract]

Position Overview:

The Associate Stage Manager will assist the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  The Associate Stage Manager coordinates rehearsal and performance needs for TCT’s Studio Theater and TCT on Tour Productions at the Red Bank Road facility, along with The Production Stage Manager. The Associate Stage Manager will also act as an Assistant Stage Manager for MainStage Productions when scheduling allows.
The Associate Stage Manager of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati reports directly to the  Production Manager, working in tandem with The Production Stage Manager, Technical Director, and the Associate Artistic Director.

Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to read written music
Broad understanding of all aspects of technical theatre
Experience working with Labor Union Crews, children, and volunteers
Ability to oversee schedules for technical departments and performers
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Education Level:
Bachelor’s degree in Theater Arts or related field, or equivalent work experience in Theatre Production.   

Main Responsibilities:
  The Associate Stage Manager’s duties include but are not limited to:

TCT | MainStage
•   Assist in managing schedules for technical department and casts along with Production Manager and Production Stage Manager
•   Assist Production Stage Manager with duties related to MainStage Productions when Studio Theater and TCT on Tour Red Bank show scheduling allows. This would include:
•   Attending all available meetings, rehearsals, and performances for the MainStage production for which they are involved
•   Assist in set up of Red Bank Rd. and Taft Theatre rehearsals and performances.
•   Assist in paperwork generally associated with Stage Management including crew running paperwork and prompt book creation.
•   Assist in performer choreography and blocking record-keeping
•   Assist with coordination of MainStage season auditions

TCT | Studio Theater
•   Along with Production and Artistic teams, create schedules for technical department and casts
•   General Stage Management Duties required by the production including set up of the rehearsal and performance space and creating, maintaining, and distributing all paperwork including a prompt book containing blocking and production cues.
•   Attend all meetings, rehearsals, and performances for the Studio Theater.
•   Assist in performer choreography and blocking record-keeping during staging rehearsals as well as play pre-recorded music cues.
•   Along with Production and Artistic teams, coordinate and attend season auditions

Education and Outreach
•    Acts as the Stage Manager for the final performances of TCT | Academy classes.

Casting
•   Coordinate and attend auditions and callbacks, assisting with tracking and      paperwork where necessary.   
•   Distribute Callback and Casting Material to and from directors and auditionees

Technical Theatre Coordination
•   Along with the Production Stage Manager, create and manage technical schedules and IATSE crew needs.
•   Assist with unloading scenery, prop, and wardrobe trucks after load out from the theater as available
•   Manage strike of Studio and TCT on Tour performances at Red Bank.

Benefits:
•   Health, vision and dental benefits available, partially subsidized by employer contributions, after a waiting period
•   403(b) retirement plan participation available with eligibility for an employer match after one year of credited service
•   Generous PTO based on years of service
•   Generous paid holiday schedule

How to Apply:
•   Send cover letter, resume, and at least one letter of reference to: submissions@thechildrenstheatre.com, Subject line: Associate Stage Manager Application
•   Application deadline: March 11, 2016
•   Start Date: August 2016

Organizational Overview:

TCT’s mission is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.  We fulfill our mission through three primary programs:
•   TCT | MainStage – We welcome 90,000 children, teachers, and family members from across the Tri-State, to one of our four family-friendly and professional musical theater productions at the historic Taft.
•   TCT | On Tour! – We see over 90,000 children and their families at one of our touring performances or during an arts-integration workshop or residency.
•   TCT | Academy – Over 600 children will be provided fine arts instruction, including the group that participates in the four-week intensive STAR summer program where we offer professional musical theatre training to some of the region’s most talented youth.

Vision:
•   Create smiles, open minds, and touch hearts.
•   Harness theater experiences and the arts as forces for education and understanding.
•   Create meaningful shared arts experiences.
•   Present award winning and nationally recognized productions and arts education programming.
•   Foster a work environment of excellence, creativity, and innovation.

Core Beliefs:
•   We believe in the power of theater to enrich lives and create deeper understandings of people, cultures, and perspectives.
•   We believe that our audiences deserve high quality experiences that are rich with wonder, honesty, compassion, joy, and wisdom.
•   We believe that the arts and education are not mutually exclusive.
•   We believe that the art we create must respect the diversity of our community.
•   We believe in the power of integrated arts education to enrich our lives and our communities.

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