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House Manager for 2024-2025 Season
Quantum Theatre is in search of a House Manager for the remainder of their 2024-2025 Season.
You will be paid a rate of $18/hour for all pre-and post-show set up for all performances. Ideally, this position will go to someone who will be scheduled for both productions, but anyone who is available for specific shows should apply as well. See below for show schedule and further details.
To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to applications@quantumtheatre.com.
2024-2025 Show Schedule:
The Cabinet of Doctor Caligari at Union Trust Building
- Training Day: October 27, 2024
- Performances: October 30 – November 24, 2024. Performance schedule is Wednesdays – Saturdays at 8pm, Saturday and Sundays at 2pm. Special matinee on November 20. Approximate start times are 6pm for evening performances, 12pm for matinees, and 8am for the student matinee.
The Return of Benjamin Lay at the Carnegie Braddock Library
- Training Day: January 26, 2024
- Performances: Performance schedule is Wednesdays – Saturdays at 8pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm. Student matinee on Wednesday the 20th at 10am. Approximate start times are 6pm for evening performances, 12pm for matinees, and 8am for the student matinee.
The House Manager to oversee front of house operations for night of performance, including:
- The lead on all Front of House operations in regard to assisting patrons, overseeing staff and ticketing needs.
- Managing and leading volunteers.
- Take the lead on event setup and breakdown for shows, i.e. box office, concession and other show related needs daily.
- Assist with emergency management as needed.
- Cash handling and credit card sales for concessions.
- Communicate and work with the Associate Producer and Patron Relations Manager about event and concessions needs.
- Communicating with the Stage Manager and/or Technical Staff to coordinate closing the house.
Skills and Experience
- Positive, “Can-Do” approach.
- Cash Handling Skills.
- Detailed reporting and communication.
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Able to identify and proactively solve issues regarding house management and patron experience and follow-through with organized, concise, and timely communications and actions that uphold the professionalism of Quantum Theatre.
- Experience with House Managing or running box office is preferred but not mandatory.
- Current driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Read the full job description here.
To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter to applications@quantumtheatre.com.
Assistant House Manager
Quantum Theatre is in search of an Assistant House Manager for their 2024-2025 Season. This position is considered part-time seasonal and is classified as non-exempt according to Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regulations.
You will be paid a rate of $15/hour for all pre-and post show set-up for all performances. Ideally, this position will go to someone who will be scheduled for all three productions, but anyone who is available for specific shows should apply as well. See below for show schedule and further details.
2024-2025 Show Schedule:
A Moon for the Misbegotten at Longue Vue Club
- Training Day: Jul 28, 2024
- Performances: July 30 – August 24, 2024. Performances are Monday – Wednesday and Friday – Sundays 6pm start time, 8pm show, run time is approx two hours with an intermission. (Approx 5 hour call each performance)
The Cabinet of Doctor Caligari at Union Trust Building
- Training Day: October 27, 2024
- Performances: October 30 – November 24, 2024. Performance schedule is Wednesdays – Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special matinee on November 20. Approximate start time 6pm
The Return of Benjamin Lay at the Carnegie Braddock Library
- Training Day: January 26, 2024
- Performances: Performance schedule is Wednesdays – Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. Special matinees on Saturday February 8, 2025 at 2pm and on February 19 at 10am. Approximate start time 6pm.
The Assistant House Manager will work with the House Manager to oversee front of house operations for night of performance, including:
- Managing the box-office and check-in system.
- Welcoming the public to the theatre.
- Seating patrons, and addressing patrons questions and needs.
- Managing and leading volunteers.
- Coordinating distribution of program books.
- Overseeing the safety and well-being of audience members before, during, and immediately after the show, ensuring patrons are able to safely exit.
- Creating a lasting positive impression of authentic hospitality to all patrons.
- Warmly inviting audiences to attend again and invite their friends.
- Communicating with the Stage Manager and/or Technical Staff to coordinate closing the house.
Skills and Experience
- Positive, “Can-Do” approach.
- Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Able to identify and proactively solve issues regarding house management and patron experience and follow-through with organized, concise, and timely communications and actions that uphold the professionalism of Quantum Theatre.
- Experience with House Managing or running box office is preferred but not mandatory.
- Current driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.
Read the full job description here.
Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Julie DeSeyn applications@quantumtheatre.com
Ushers
As a volunteer usher, you are an integral part of the Quantum Theatre experience. Your customer service and positive attitude affect the experience of each patron. Quantum patrons rely on you to find each new venue and how to navigate the new area. You may be asked to work outdoors. Volunteer Ushers are permitted to watch the performance for free (space permitting).
Responsibilities:
- Provide the primary level of guest assistance.
- Direct patrons to the venue from the street.
- Direct patrons to parking area.
- Direct patrons to performing area.
- Pass out programs.
- Sell and tally concessions.
- Assist in clean up as needed.
- Act upon all comments/complaints in a prompt and friendly manner.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 16 years of age or older.
- Willing to work outdoors.
- Ability to stand for approximately 1 hour.
- Friendly and personable. Excellent customer service skills a plus.
- Must be available nights and weekends.
- All Volunteer Ushers are to report to the venue 1 hour prior to the start of the performance and report directly to the House Manager.
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