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At The Old Globe we believe that theatre matters, and our commitment is to make it matter to more people. We are looking for people to join our team whose work in every area of the company helps us make that a reality. Please see below for our list of open positions, and check back often as this page updates with new opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
The Old Globe is actively seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
Helen Edison Gift Shop
Gift Shop Supervisor (part-time)
Human Resources
Marketing
Events and Suite Staff (part-time)
Production
Ticket Services
Lead Ticket Services Representative
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The Old Globe 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.
The Old Globe in beautiful Balboa Park is looking for a hospitable and attentive person to work part-time in the theatre's Gift Shop. Duties include opening and closing the gift shop, interacting with patrons, cashiering, stocking, inventory management, volunteer supervision, and running end of shift reports.
The Gift Shop opens prior to performances and stays open through show intermissions as well as daytime weekend hours. Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule that includes nights and weekends. A typical shift is three and a half to four hours, average weekly hours of 20-25 when in production. The hourly rate is $17/hour. Applicants must be able to complete and clear applicable background screening.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
Send cover letter and resume to HR@TheOldGlobe.org. Please indicate “Gift Shop Supervisor” in the subject line of your e-mail.
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The Old Globe Theatre is seeking applicants for a Human Resources Generalist for this renowned regional theatre located in San Diego’s beautiful Balboa Park. Working with the Director of Human Resources and a part-time HR Assistant, the HR Generalist will have the opportunity to work in all facets of the HR function in a dynamic and creative mission-driven organization. Responsibilities are primarily focused on executing day-to-day human resources functions including recruitment; onboarding; benefits, workers' compensation, and leave of absence administration; reporting; EDIA work; and employment law compliance.
The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 4-years’ experience in HR Administration with significant knowledge of multiple areas. PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred. HR experience at a not-for-profit organization and/or theatre experience is a plus. Excellent skills working in HRIS systems, Paycom a plus. Must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and very strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong administrative, organizational, and writing skills are also required.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and access and anti-racism work in the theatre.
Salary range is $65,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience. Full-time position with benefits including 401(k) and theatre tickets. Must be able to pass applicable background check and have a valid driver’s license.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
Send cover letter and resume to HR@TheOldGlobe.org.
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The Old Globe, San Diego’s largest performing arts organization and a recognized leader among American regional theatres, seeks a Communication Assistant. The Communications Assistant will assist The Associate Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure timely execution of communications projects and activities.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage multiple deadlines and tasks, have good documentation skills, excellent analytical, writing and editing skills, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong computer skills and experience working in Microsoft Office required; experience with Adobe Creative suite, Dreamweaver, or other graphic design programs a plus. Candidate must be able to multitask in a fast-moving environment and be a self-starter and have excellent interpersonal skills including professional email etiquette. Qualifications include 1-2 years of marketing experience, preferably in the Arts, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to providing access and support to outside photographers for photo shoots, posting required notice for photo and video B-Roll shoots, updating plaza video screens, providing written content and copyediting support as assigned, assisting with collecting and communicating information between departments and with artists for The Old Globe production programs, and supporting set up and staff community events off and on campus, including some evening and weekend activities.
Salary range is $21.00 to $22.50 per hour, depending on experience. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.
Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and access and anti-racism work in the theatre. Must be able to complete and clear applicable background screening.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
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One of the nation’s leading professional regional theatres and one of Southern California’s largest arts institutions, the Tony Award-winning Old Globe has served the San Diego region for 89 years through delivery of thrilling theatre art as a public good. Through its stage productions, arts engagement programming, artist training initiatives, new play development platform, and humanities programs, The Old Globe creates theatre that lives beyond the stage.
The Director of Philanthropy will continue evolving a comprehensive, modern, and sophisticated fundraising program to support the theatre’s acclaimed productions and community programs, overseeing an 11-person team in the areas of major, institutional, planned, and annual giving, as well as membership and special events. The initial focus will be evaluating, re-envisioning, and reengineering the way the Globe fundraises, and articulating an overarching fundraising philosophy in partnership with the Managing Director and Artistic Director.
Download the position description: https://diversifiedsearchgroup.com/search/20216-theoldglobe
The Globe has retained the Diversified Search Group to assist in this confidential search process. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be submitted at https://talent-profile.diversifiedsearchgroup.com/search/v2/20216 , or directed to:
Gerard F. Cattie, Jr.
Managing Director and DSG Fundraising & Advancement Practice Leader
Diversified Search Group
gerard.cattie@divsearch.com
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The Old Globe is seeking hospitable and conscientious individuals to join our Events and Donor Suite staff to fulfill two crucial roles; event support and donor concierge services.
As part of the events staff, individuals will provide hands-on assistance and/or coordination to the Events Director before, during, and after donor cultivation and stewardship events. Duties include, but are not limited to, event set-up and take-down, clean-up, bartending, and greeting. If assigned as an Event Lead, that individual will be the onsite person responsible for the operations and logistics of the event. This includes having the ability to follow a detailed event sheet, troubleshooting event and guest issues, and reporting a summary of the event to the Events Director.
As a Donor Suite Concierge, individuals will work shifts in the Lipinsky Family Suite, providing professional and high-quality hospitality to The Old Globe’s Circle Patron donors who are attending performances at the Globe. Bartending and beverage service is required, must be at least 21 years of age to apply.
As a member of the Events and Suite Staff, individuals will regularly engage with the Globe’s top-level donors and must exhibit a high level of hospitality and patience. This individual must be able to manage donor issues and complaints calmly and professionally, and to fulfill a variety of roles. Must have (or obtain) state-required RBS (Responsible Beverage Server) Certification.
Hourly pay rate range for the position is $16.80-17.50, plus tips; $16.80 per hour for Donor Suite Concierge and $17.50 per hour when working as Events Staff. Staff may also have ticket privileges. Previous experience in the hospitality industry and weekend and evening availability is required. This is a part-time position with a variable schedule.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
Please send resume and cover letter to HR@TheOldGlobe.org. Please indicate “Events/Suite” in the subject line of your e-mail.
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The Old Globe, San Diego’s largest regional theatre, seeks candidates for an Assistant Technical Director. Responsibilities include drafting (AutoCAD), technical design, and project management. The Assistant Technical Director works closely with the Technical Director and other Assistant Technical Directors to plan and oversee the scenic construction process, ensuring safe and efficient solutions for all scenery and automation.
Candidates must have extensive knowledge of scenery construction methods and high-quality, efficient AutoCAD drafting skills. Knowledge of structural /mechanical design, and scenery automation is a plus.
The Old Globe produces more than 14-productions each year in three theatres, which typically include two enhanced pre-Broadway musicals. The scene shop is a fully equipped 14,000-square foot facility with CNC router and extensive metal-working capacity. This position is an excellent opportunity to practice technical production at the highest level in regional theatre.
Annualized income range is $57,000 - 65,000, including overtime. Full-time with benefits including 401(k), vacation, health insurance, and holidays.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Old Globe, a Tony Award-winning theatre and one of the country’s leading regional LORT B+ theatres seeking qualified applicants for a Prop Shop Foreperson, responsible for leading prop fabrication in support of The Old Globe’s 15 show season of a broad range of work from Shakespeare and the classical repertoire to world premiere musicals and plays on its three stages, touring productions, and Arts Engagement events.
The position is ideal for highly qualified artisan, furniture maker, and shop manager. In this role, you’ll get to work with some of America’s best scenic designers, directors, and creative teams. Our well-equipped shop is tightly integrated into the rehearsal process and provides ongoing support to shows in performance. You will be an integral part of making our productions amazing.
Responsibilities include: Supervising and working alongside props artisans, building and modifying stage properties to meet design specifications, furniture construction and restoration, hand prop creation, painting, sewing, creation of food and other prop materials, supporting ongoing productions, shop and warehouse maintenance, and providing regular safety training to department staff.
Desired Skills: Crew supervision, carpentry, metal working (welding, braising, and finishing), art skills, (including painting, sculpture and design), sewing and associated crafts, Safe shop work practices, shop organization, tool and equipment maintenance, period styles, furniture construction, puppetry, casting, molding, faux painting techniques, electro-mechanical effects and pneumatics.
Other Requirements: Valid California Driver’s license and ability to drive vehicles including 24’ trucks. In order to comply with Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) Guidelines for LORT Theatres, this position must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption would apply.
Work schedule is 40 hours/week, 9am-6pm, with occasional overtime and weekend assignments. This is a full-time, IATSE Local 122 Union position available. Hourly pay rate is $28.14/hour; benefits include vacation, IATSE Pension, and Union Health plans. If the selected candidate is not a member of the Union, they will be required to join IATSE local 122.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
Send cover letter and resume to HR@TheOldGlobe.org, subject: Prop Shop Foreperson.
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The Old Globe is seeking to fill open temporary positions in all shops: carpenters, electricians, sound technicians, properties, costumers, and wardrobe staff.
Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends may be required. Must be able to complete and clear a background screening. In order to comply with Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) Guidelines for LORT Theatres, these position must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption would apply. These positions are represented by IATSE Local 122. Hourly pay range is $25.89 to $27.01 per hour.
The Old Globe is committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our operation; therefore we strongly encourage applications from populations underrepresented in the theatre field. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply. Send cover letter and resume to HR@TheOldGlobe.org.
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The Old Globe Theatre in beautiful Balboa Park seeks an individual who is detail-oriented and experienced in both ticketing and customer service for the position of Lead Ticket Services Representative.
The Lead Ticket Services Representative will assist the Ticket Services Director and Assistant Ticket Services Director in all tasks of the ticket office including; processing ticket orders and subscriptions, running reports, overseeing special projects, training and mentoring Ticket Representatives, handling customer relations, and other administrative duties.
Successful candidates will have strong ticketing experience (Tessitura ticketing system preferred) and excellent customer service including strong organizational and administrative skills with efficient follow-through on projects. Proficient computer skills utilizing Microsoft Excel and person with supervisory/management experience preferred.
Evening and weekend availability required. Must be able to pass applicable background screening. Hourly pay range is $21.00 - $22.73/hour depending on experience. Full-time benefited position including 401(k) and theatre tickets.
The Old Globe is actively committed to fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, & access in all areas of our operation. By making intentional, actionable steps, we strive to make The Old Globe a place where theatre makers, employees, volunteers, audience members, and community members of all identities and backgrounds belong. The Old Globe welcomes candidates who demonstrate a commitment to these goals. We strongly encourage people with the following identities to apply: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people living with disabilities, and those from other historically and presently marginalized groups. Multilingual candidates are also strongly encouraged to apply.
