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Classification: Full-time, nonexempt; benefits eligible after 90 days
Department: Development
Reports to: Stewardship and Events Manager
Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day. Occasional evening and weekends required.
Compensation: $50,000–$53,000; DOE
Posting date: September 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep) has grown from a storefront stage to an international leader in innovative theatre. Known for its ambition, relevance, and excellence, as well as its adventurous audience, the nonprofit has provided a welcoming home for emerging and established artists since 1968. Over 5.5 million people have enjoyed nearly 500 shows at Berkeley Rep, which have gone on to win six Tony Awards, seven Obie Awards, nine Drama Desk Awards, one Grammy Award, one Pulitzer Prize, and many other honors.

Berkeley Rep is seeking a full-time donor stewardship coordinator to join our development team. This entry-level position supports Berkeley Rep’s efforts to attract and engage its donors through ongoing relationship management, with a particular focus on prospect research and donor stewardship. This position is great for someone looking to gain or expand their experience in nonprofit fundraising and administration.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Prospect research, tracking, and reporting

• Using training and software provided by Berkeley Rep, conduct background research on prospective individual donors.
• Track donor prospect data and engagement in Berkeley Rep’s relational database, Tessitura.
• Support board development efforts by tracking trustee recruitment efforts and providing research on trustee prospects.
• Maintain and optimize prospect and donor moves management systems in Tessitura in partnership with relationship managers.
• Create and maintain donor profiles in Tessitura; create and optimize profile reporting for donor meetings and events.
• Track major gift campaign prospects and donor development efforts.
• Create and maintain major gift campaign reporting.
• Support the development department’s reporting and analysis needs by generating reports, pulling lists for events and mailings, and building reporting dashboards in Tessitura.

Donor stewardship

• Maintain accurate donor recognition across platforms (signage, digital program, website, named spaces) and serve as the development department’s main point-of-contact for printed program books.
• Coordinate benefits fulfillment for major donors, including invitations to rehearsals and other behind-the-scenes opportunities.
• Help streamline and support benefits fulfillment for all donor giving levels.
• Coordinate the use of Berkeley Rep’s two donor lounges: order and maintain stock of food, drinks, and paper goods; provide guidelines and training to staff regarding room set up, service, and schedule; track costs; schedule event bookings.
• Support major donor team with solicitation mailings.
• Provide ticketing assistance to trustees and major donors during peak times.
• Engage with trustees and donors by phone, email, and at events.

Event support

• Provide event planning support, including managing RSVPs, attendee research, and creation of collateral materials.
• Provide day-of-event support including set-up, management, and execution of event day tasks.
• Provide logistical support for domestic and international donor theatre trips.

General administration

• Provide occasional administrative support to the development department and the director of development. Support includes scheduling department wide meetings, completing expense reports on behalf of the director of development, and light notetaking during department meetings.
• Assist with data entry and acknowledgements during peak times.
• Actively participate in workshops and trainings as requested, including harassment prevention, bystander intervention, and other equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
• Other projects and duties, as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• 1-2 years of professional and/or academic experience in nonprofit development, administration, or customer service.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 30+ pounds (or the average case of wine).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to the Theatre’s valued supporters.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with efficiency and accuracy. 
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage projects and deadlines effectively.
• Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and drive work with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Sensitivity to confidential information and demonstrated diplomacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and diverse office environment.
• Interest in and commitment to antiracism, equity, diversity, access, and inclusion.
• An appreciation for the performing arts.
• CRM/database experience a plus, particularly Tessitura.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of employee benefits including 85% employer-paid health and dental insurance, optional vision, FSA, and 403(b) plans, professional development support, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “donor stewardship coordinator” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls, faxes, or web links. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Full-time, exempt; benefits eligible after 90 days
Department: Production and General Management
Reports to: General Manager
Work schedule: Monday–Friday. Occasional evening and weekends required.
Compensation: $70,000–$75,000; DOE
Posting date: September 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep) has grown from a storefront stage to an international leader in innovative theatre. Known for its ambition, relevance, and excellence, as well as its adventurous audience, the nonprofit has provided a welcoming home for emerging and established artists since 1968. Over 5.5 million people have enjoyed nearly 500 shows at Berkeley Rep, which have gone on to win six Tony Awards, seven Obie Awards, nine Drama Desk Awards, one Grammy Award, one Pulitzer Prize, and many other honors.

Berkeley Rep is seeking a general management associate to support the general manager in managing the production of Berkeley Rep’s season — operationally, administratively, and financially. The general management associate works closely with the artistic department to support The Ground Floor’s workshops, readings, and Summer Lab and the In Dialogue community engagement programs.

The general management associate serves as a collaborator with the artistic and production teams, negotiating and preparing contracts for artists and creatives, tracking production and program budgeting, and acting as a liaison for all creative teams and artist unions. Additionally, the general management associate partners with individuals of all cultural backgrounds to anticipate and respond to day-to-day producing needs.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Production and general management department support

• Draft, negotiate, administer, and track payments for a variety of contracts for actors, musicians, creative personnel, consultants, and associates.
• Maintain Berkeley Rep artist and licensing contract templates.
• Ensure that all contract terms are reflected in production budget templates.
• Support the general manager with the management and maintenance of all production financial reports, including updating budgets, initiating close-outs, and reconciliations of budgets, and preparing royalty reports.
• Proofread program and marketing materials to ensure they align with contractual obligations.
• Support the general manager, director of human resources and diversity, and finance departments with employment practice compliance as needed, including managing, and maintaining employment paperwork and training certifications.
• Administer contracts for artistic readings and workshops throughout the year.
• Maintain familiarity with LORT: SDC/AEA/USA union rules and contract interpretation.
• Manage music rights clearances.
• Process immigration paperwork for visa petitions.
• Draft, negotiate, administer, and track payments for cast album agreements.
• Maintain general management files.
• Actively participate in workshops and trainings, including harassment prevention, bystander intervention, and other antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
• Support the general manager as needed and manage special projects as requested.

The Ground Floor

• As the seasonal general manager for The Ground Floor Summer Lab (Ground Floor), collaborate with and support the artistic director and artistic staff in Ground Floor planning, including scheduling, budgeting, and staffing.
• Manage the Ground Floor budget, including creation of individual project budgets and reconciliation of program expenditures.
• Contract all Ground Floor artists.
• Hire, contract, and supervise Ground Floor support staff (including company manager, production coordinator, catering and production assistant, and ambassadors).
• Book and contract the Ground Floor caterer.
• In coordination with the Ground Floor production coordinator, manage space and vehicle reservations.
• In coordination with the Ground Floor company manager, manage artist travel and event planning.

In Dialogue

• Collaborate with and support the associate artistic director and artistic staff in In Dialogue planning, including scheduling, budgeting, and staffing.
• Manage the In Dialogue budget, including creation of individual project budgets and reconciliation of program expenditures.
• Contract all In Dialogue participants.
• In coordination with production management, manage space reservations.
• In coordination with the company manager, manage artist travel and hospitality.

Company management

• Support the company manager in artist contracting, scheduling, payroll, travel, and housing.
• Ensure the greatest level of care and cultural competency in the overall artist experience.
• Serve as support and back-up for company management on-call hours.
• Other duties as assigned by the general manager.

Qualifications and skills

• Demonstrated experience successfully negotiating and executing contracts.
• Proficiency in budget development and management with a track record of meeting financial goals.
• Familiarity and comfort with artistic union relations and collective bargaining agreements.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, access, and antiracism.
• Proactive and creative problem-solving with an ability to be both strategic and tactical when implementing solutions.
• Demonstrated ability and success in collaborating with internal and external teams, sometimes with competing priorities.
• Preference for a deadline-driven, detail-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage projects and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity.
• Experience with Microsoft products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of employee benefits including 85% employer-paid health and dental insurance, optional vision, FSA, and 403(b) plans, professional development support, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “general management associate” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls, faxes, or web links. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Regular full-time, non-exempt; benefits eligible after 90 days
Department: Berkeley Rep School of Theatre (Education)
Reports to: Director, Berkeley Rep School of Theatre
Work schedule: Monday–Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Compensation: $26 per hour
Posting date: September 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep) has grown from a storefront stage to an international leader in innovative theatre. Known for its ambition, relevance, and excellence, as well as its adventurous audience, the nonprofit has provided a welcoming home for emerging and established artists since 1968. Over 5.5 million people have enjoyed nearly 500 shows at Berkeley Rep, which have gone on to win six Tony Awards, seven Obie Awards, nine Drama Desk Awards, one Grammy Award, one Pulitzer Prize, and many other honors.

Berkeley Rep is seeking a dynamic educator and community engagement specialist for the position of education programs associate at the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre. Reporting to the director of the School of Theatre, the education programs associate plays an integral role in the oversight of Berkeley Rep’s emerging artists training programs, Teen Council, an arts immersion, leadership development, and mentorship program for youth and Berkeley Rep’s High School Theatre Festival, a two-day theatre festival for Bay Area teens.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Teen Council program administration

• Strategic oversight and implementation of the Teen Council program. Current program components include Teen Nights, Teen One-Acts Festival, Young Writers of Color Collective, monthly workshops, arts education advocacy initiatives, and attendance at national and state conferences.
• Cultivate, recruit, train, and mentor Teen Council’s Core Council leadership group.
• Coordinate all Teen Council marketing and communications including social media, website, and print.
• Evaluate program components including benchmarks for student leaders.
• Regular correspondence with students, teachers, and parents.
• Coordinate the Teen Council budget, cash flow, volunteers, catering, and materials.
• In partnership with Development staff, lead the teen-led fundraising campaign to support the annual leadership trip.
• Collaborate with Development department for grant applications for funding and final program reporting.

High School Theatre Festival

• Collaborate with school administrators, drama teachers, and student groups to identify potential participating schools and performances.
• Develop a comprehensive festival schedule, including performance times, workshops, and special events.
• Coordinate with the production departments to ensure that proper staging, lighting, sound, and other technical requirements are met.
• Develop and manage the festival budget, including expenses and in-kind donations.

General administration

• Attend all departmental meetings and assigned School of Theatre events.
• Serve as a part of the teaching faculty for School of Theatre summer programming.
• Develop partnerships and relationships with local youth-focused arts organizations.
• Teach and lead theatre workshops, as part of the Teen Council and In-School Residency program.
• Represent School of Theatre positively in the community.
• Maintain and update School of Theatre’s departmental calendar.
• Actively participate in workshops and trainings, including harassment prevention, bystander intervention, and other antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

A competitive candidate will have experience working with youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds, directing or producing theatre for youth, and project management. The position requires the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly, strong multitasking and budgeting skills, and a commitment to supporting and cultivating inclusive learning environments.

• Experience teaching, leading workshops, or developing afterschool programs.
• Strong communication and organization skills, especially in group facilitation and writing.
• Experience with MS Suite.
• Familiarity with budgeting.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
• Commitment to antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access.
• Must be comfortable and thrive in fast-paced, diverse group environments.
• Experience or familiarity working with CRMs (customer relationship management) software such as Tessitura and Patron Manager, is a plus.
• Experience with email marketing platforms such as Wordfly and MailChimp, is a plus.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of employee benefits including 85% employer-paid health and dental insurance, optional vision, FSA, and 403(b) plans, professional development support, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “education programs associate” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Regular full-time, exempt; benefits eligible after 90 days
Department: Development
Reports to: Institutional Grants Manager
Work schedule: Monday–Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Compensation: $70,000–$72,500
Posting date: August 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep), established in 1968, is one of the nation’s prominent theatrical institutions with a long, proud history of developing Broadway-bound productions such as Green Day’s American Idiot and Ain’t Too Proud—The Life and Times of the Temptations along with high caliber artists and comedians like Mike Birbiglia, John Leguizamo, and social commentator Fran Lebowitz.

Berkeley Rep is seeking a full-time corporate partnerships manager to join our development team. Reporting to the institutional grants manager, the corporate partnerships manager is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s (Berkeley Rep) corporate and business partners. The manager is tasked with significantly growing Berkeley Rep’s portfolio of corporate and business partnerships through a wide array of creative and strategic means. This role is responsible for raising at least $500,000, increasing each year, in annual corporate philanthropic support, with additional funds raised for the annual gala and events, as well as in-kind donations. Berkeley Rep seeks an innovative, creative, strategic, and engaging individual to fill this new role.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit prospective corporate and business partners whose focus areas align with Berkeley Rep’s mission and values through research, staff and volunteer connections, and grassroots network-building.
• Provide excellent stewardship to new and existing corporate and business partners, including regular hospitality, communication, and employee engagement, working toward deepening philanthropic support over time.
• Manage a portfolio of existing corporate and business partners, including solicitation, acknowledgement, and reporting throughout the year.
• Administer and track all giving and sponsorship benefits, including corporate partner events, complimentary and discounted tickets, volunteer opportunities, and more. Routinely review and revise benefits offered based on feedback and analysis.
• Track cultivation and solicitation progress through moves management in Tessitura.
• Manage all aspects of Berkeley Rep’s Corporate Council, a group of business leaders committed to Berkeley Rep’s long-term success: plan meetings, set agendas, send invitations and action items, interface with co-chairs, and track progress of the Council’s work.
• Prepare background information for and work with Berkeley Rep’s senior leadership to identify and cultivate major prospective corporate and business partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal staff and volunteers, including the School of Theatre, production, artistic, box office and group sales, marketing, and front of house teams, to identify existing corporate and business relationships that may be targets for deeper engagement.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit new in-kind partnerships as well as identify in-kind needs within the organization. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of in-kind partners, gift values, and trade balances.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate and business support for Berkeley Rep’s annual gala and special events.
• Draft funding proposals and reports for corporate foundations and provide support for other institutional funding proposals.
• Attend networking events, conferences, and offsite meetings for business development purposes, as well as Berkeley Rep events, such as opening nights and other donor stewardship events throughout the year.
• Actively participate in workshops and trainings, including harassment prevention, bystander intervention, and other antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.

Qualifications and skills

• Minimum of two years of direct experience in nonprofit fundraising, institutional/corporate fundraising, private sector external affairs, business development, or similar.
• Passion for the performing arts and Berkeley Rep’s mission and values and the ability to share a compelling connection to the work of the organization.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
• Must be comfortable and thrive in fast-paced, diverse group environments.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage projects and deadlines effectively.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, access, and antiracism.
• Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and drive work with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Sensitivity to confidential information and demonstrated diplomacy.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CRM/database experience a plus, particularly Tessitura.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of employee benefits including 85% employer-paid health and dental insurance, optional vision, FSA, and 403(b) plans, professional development support, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “corporate partnerships manager” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Part-time, non-exempt; ineligible for benefits
Department: Front of House
Reports to: Front of House Director
Work schedule: 20–30 hours per week, evenings and weekends, with occasional weekdays as scheduled for rentals and special events
Compensation: $22 per hour
Posting date: May 2023

Position summary

The Tony Award-winning Berkeley Repertory Theatre seeks patron experience representatives. Patron experience representatives act as the first point of contact between our patrons and the Theatre. They are tasked with directing patron traffic, answering inquiries, coordinating with other departments, and more. As members of our front of house team, our patron experience representatives respect and value people of every nation, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and culture; providing a radically inclusive and welcoming experience for our communities and audiences. This opportunity is a great fit for candidates with a strong commitment to customer service. Ideal candidates have experience in theatre house management, special events management, catering, bartending, or hotel hospitality services.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Serve as a house manager, usher, or concessionaire as assigned.
• Support opening and closing night receptions.
• Prepare deposits, balance banks and pretty cash as appropriate to assigned job function.
• Track and manage lost and found for patrons, artists, and staff.
• Maintain and support Berkeley Rep’s protocols and procedures for optimal audience experience.
• Leading with joy and intention, interface with patrons and artists in a welcoming and professional manner in alignment with Berkeley Rep’s commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equity.
• Collaborate with multiple departments, including production, box office, artistic, development, and marketing.
• Execute other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• Two years of experience with bar/restaurant POS systems; experience with CAKE a plus.
• Excellent active listening and verbal communication; English fluency is required.
• Ability to lift 10–20 lbs.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting a diverse community of patrons, artists, and staff.
• Ability to balance operating quickly and efficiently with periodic lulls.
• Excellent customer service skills with proven experience in a customer service environment.
• Ability to problem solve, adapt, and respond to changing work situations and environments.
• A friendly and approachable personality.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with your teammates.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a diverse, congenial, casual environment conducive to professional growth.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter and résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “Patron Experience Representative” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls or faxes. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Over-hire, non-exempt
Department: Box Office
Reports to: Box Office Manager
Work location: Downtown Berkeley (in person)
Work schedule: 11:30 am–7:15 pm or 8:15 pm, Tuesday–Sunday with occasional 11:30 am–5:00 pm shifts. We are looking for applicants with consistent availability for 3–4 full shifts per week including Saturdays and Sundays. Some holidays required.
Compensation: $22 per hour
Posting date: March 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep), established in 1968, is one of the nation’s prominent theatrical institutions with a long, proud history of developing Broadway-bound productions such as Green Day’s American Idiot and Ain’t Too Proud—The Life and Times of the Temptations along with high caliber artists and comedians like Mike Birbiglia, John Leguizamo, and social commentator Fran Lebowitz.

Berkeley Rep is seeking part-time box office agents to provide customer service to patrons. Our box office operates year-round with a seven-play subscription season and special events. As members of the box office team, our box office agents respect and value people of every nation, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and culture, providing a radically inclusive and welcoming experience for our communities and audiences. This opportunity is best suited for candidates with a strong commitment to customer service and experience in hospitality or retail and who demonstrate an interest in performing arts or not-for-profit work.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in all patron interactions and communicate with patrons, guests, and artists in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Answer incoming calls, assist walk-up patrons, and answer mail and email.
• Sell, exchange, and return tickets for all performances sold through the box office, including comps, subscriptions, and single tickets.
• Alphabetize and distribute will call tickets to patrons attending the day’s performances.
• Follow proper procedures in the handling of cash, check, and credit card transactions.
• Maintain daily batch reports and accurate patron records in Tessitura.
• Stay up to date with ticketing policies, subscription packages, benefits, restrictions, and availability.
• Package ticket orders, gift certificates, and related promotional materials for mailing.
• Assist with general office work, including inventory of box office supplies, preparing mail, and replenishing brochures and postcards.
• Attend at least one dress rehearsal or preview performance for every production.
• Actively participate in company meetings, special events, workshops, and trainings as requested, including harassment prevention, bystander intervention, and other equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
• Provide cross-departmental support and perform other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency. English fluency is required.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to problem solve, adapt, and respond to changing work situations and deadlines.
• Ability to improvise and problem solve on the go.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work quickly and remain calm under pressure.
• Interest in and commitment to equity, diversity, access, and inclusion.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of Tessitura or other ticketing software a plus.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a diverse, congenial environment conductive to professional growth.

Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and availability to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “Box Office Agent” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls, faxes, or web links. Only complete submissions will be considered.

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Classification: Seasonal over-hire, non-exempt. Shift availability varies per production
Department: Wardrobe
Reports to: Wardrobe Supervisor
Work schedule: Tuesday–Sunday. Typically, a 6-day performance schedule per production. Subject to change.
Compensation: $24.50 per hour
Posting date: February 2023

Position summary

Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep), established in 1968, is one of the nation’s prominent theatrical institutions with a long, proud history of developing Broadway-bound productions such as Green Day’s American Idiot and Ain’t Too Proud—The Life and Times of the Temptations along with high caliber artists and comedians like Mike Birbiglia, John Leguizamo, and social commentator Fran Lebowitz.

Berkeley Rep (LORT B) seeks wardrobe crew to join our team. Under the direction of the wardrobe supervisor, the wardrobe crew is responsible for running costume show tracks competently and responsibly, leading to a successful, safe, and smooth running of the technical rehearsals and shows. This may include but is not limited to assisting with daily cleaning, maintenance, and repair of costumes; appearing onstage in costume if the scene shift requires it; assisting with post performance clean up; and working with other production departments.

Qualifications and skills

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions quickly and accurately.
• Ability to perform complex quick changes under stress and tight deadlines.
• Interest and commitment to equity, diversity, access, and inclusion with a high degree of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules, scene shifts, and locations.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and maintain a positive and productive atmosphere in a group environment.
• Ability to work all shifts, primarily nights and weekends but also daytime technical rehearsals and understudy rehearsals.
• Ability to walk quickly, often while carrying costumes.
• Ability to move, lift, push, and pull 20+ lbs.
• Ability to work at heights and in cramped spaces.
• Knowledge of hand and machine sewing.
• Knowledge of laundry procedures and costume care.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Application procedure

Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer. Position available immediately. Email submissions only. Please submit a résumé to jobs@berkeleyrep.org with “Wardrobe Crew” in the subject line. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.

Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls or faxes.

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Costumes

This fellowship trains closely with the costume director and staff in all of the workings of a professional costume shop. Through hands-on experience, the fellow learns from nationally recognized designers and artisans. Depending on the fellow’s interests and skills, they may explore areas like costume construction, wig making, costume painting, distressing, and shopping for a modern show. Ideal candidates have basic sewing skills and an interest in creating and/or designing theatrical costumes.

Lighting/Electrics

This fellowship receives hands-on learning experience working with lighting designers from all over the country for the mainstage season. In addition, the fellow assists the master electrician in all areas of electrics, which includes using industry-standard software such as VectorWorks, Spotlight, and Lightwright, building practicals, hanging, focusing, and running of shows. Opportunities may exist to assist/design/mentor for the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre. Ideal candidates have an interest in both electrics and design.

Production Management

This fellowship is immersed in all areas of the production management process at a professional regional theatre, through mentorship by the production manager and associate production manager. This includes learning about leadership and management principles, creating and negotiating contracts, budgeting, expense tracking, creating and updating schedules, note taking, and assisting on facility rentals and events. This fellowship track culminates in serving as the production manager for the Teen One-Acts Festival. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver who has broad knowledge of technical theatre, excellent communication skills and thrives in a team atmosphere.

Properties

This fellowship provides hands-on training in properties construction, carpentry, crafts, soft goods, welding, painting, research/shopping, and administration. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, problem solving, and good communication skills. Ideal candidates are flexible and have a creative personality. Applicants must submit a digital portfolio for review.

Scenic Art

This fellowship follows the time-honored tradition of learning-by-doing. The scenic art fellow will learn the skills and techniques to enable them to participate as a full member of the scenic art team. Applicants with painting experience outside the realm of theatre, as well as those hoping to pursue a career in scenic design, are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will have strong drawing and color-mixing skills. Applicants must submit a digital portfolio, including a sample of figure drawing or portraiture.

Scenic Construction

This fellowship is focused on the hands-on development of skills in scenic construction and working in a professional production shop. The fellow will learn to face challenges as a builder, welder, theatrical rigger, automation technician, and draftsperson. The fellow works with state-of-the-art equipment to transform raw materials such as woods, metals, and plastics into complex scenic elements. The scenic construction aspects of the fellowship will take place in the scene shop facility, with scenic installations in our Roda Theatre fly house and fixed-grid Peet’s Theatre.

Harry Weininger Sound

This fellowship offers training in audio and video production at a professional level. Mentored by the sound supervisor and video supervisor, the fellow will learn about system design, signal flow, automated and non-automated systems, wireless microphones, recording, intercom systems, repairing equipment, rigging, video playback systems, projection equipment, cameras, troubleshooting, and how to collaborate well with colleagues. From challenging dramas to large-scale musicals, the sound fellow will be exposed to many different styles of production. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in engineering as well as design.

Stage Management

This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to learn all aspects of the work of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) stage managers. Beginning with attendance at production meetings, the fellow takes part in the rehearsal process, technical rehearsals, and in many instances will stay with a production through the completion of the run. This demanding fellowship involves the fellow in every facet of the production.

Bret C. Harte and Peter F. Sloss Artistic

This fellowship involves mentored training in all aspects of artistic department work including season planning and producing, casting, dramaturgy, and rehearsal room support. The fellow will be deeply immersed in the artistic staff of a major regional theatre, working closely with the artistic director, director of The Ground Floor/resident dramaturg, and artistic associate. Opportunities are provided for assistant directing, reading and evaluating play submissions, attending and organizing auditions, helping to plan and execute The Ground Floor Summer Residency Lab, writing for the show program and other contextual work, mentoring young artists for the Teen One-Acts Festival, as well as new projects that regularly arise. Ideal candidates will be organized, motivated, and personable, with an interest in artistic leadership, directing, writing, and/or dramaturgy. Candidates must submit, in addition to their other application materials, two writing samples (one piece should be about a play and the other should demonstrate your ability to communicate an idea(s)).

Company Management

This fellowship focuses on the basics of artist hospitality, including arranging artist travel to and from Berkeley as well as their accommodations while here. Berkeley Rep’s company management team serves as the primary point of contact between visiting theatre artists, Berkeley Rep’s staff, and the Berkeley community. The fellow will develop skills in event planning by assisting with company-wide events and learn about general theatre management while assisting with contracts, the preparation and maintenance of budgets, and other administrative projects as required throughout the season. Ideal candidates will have a high degree of personal organization, strong interpersonal skills, discretion, facility with Excel, and a willingness to roll with the punches.

Education and Community Engagement

This fellowship provides a comprehensive opportunity for an individual to learn about the inner workings of a multifaceted theatre education program and to collaborate interdepartmentally across the organization to support its community relationship building program, In Dialogue. The fellow will participate in mentored projects focusing on programming, training, community engagement, advocacy, marketing, and evaluation. The fellow will attend positioning meetings, community dialogues, partner meetings, and host visiting partners at theatre performances. Ideal candidates will have a primary interest in the programming and administration side of arts education programs, some experience teaching or working with young people, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work and antiracism.

Marketing and Development

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of both marketing and development (fundraising). Mentored by the associate directors of marketing and development and collaborating with members of both teams, the fellow will get hands-on experience in engaging and tracking patrons from first-time ticket buyers to longtime supporters across multiple communications platforms, including email campaigns, social media, and direct mail. Learn how to craft engaging content that drives ticket sales, and persuasive language that’s key to fundraising. This fellowship also focuses on campaign strategy, timeline and budget development, multimedia content creation, campaign execution, and analytics and reporting that will inform future campaigns. Ideal candidates have a passion for theatre, writing, and connecting art to patrons in fun and creative ways.

Multimedia Content

Berkeley Rep’s growing art department, under the umbrella of marketing, is at the forefront of graphic design, videography, and photography, with the aim to communicate our stage work in varying multimedia formats to drive audiences and ticket sales. The multimedia content fellow will have the opportunity to assist in graphic work, leveraging our new branding system created by renowned designer Paula Scher. You’ll work closely with artistic, creatives, and talent to produce long and short form video and photo content to be shared across digital platforms for paid promotional, social, web, and institutional use. You’ll be part of the team innovating new approaches to full digital show capture while building technical skills in camera operation, lighting setups, and editing software. The experience acquired at Berkeley Rep will equip and position you to expertly produce and capture content that can be applied to any industry. Familiarity and experience with Adobe products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, AfterEffects), MacOS, and camera equipment needed. Candidates must have some prior video production experience and submit samples of previous work.