Category Archives: Casting Call

July 11, 2018 · 12:23 pm

Technical Director Sought for 2018-2019 Season at Ursuline Academy

UA_logoUrsuline Academy (Blue Ash, Ohio) seeks a technical director for the 2018-2019 theatre season.  Position description includes:

  • Works with the director to support the vision of the production and help design the technical elements of each production
  • Supervises all technical aspects and oversee technical crews related to stage production (e.g. scenic construction, lighting, sound, technical rehearsals, etc.) for the purpose of supporting two productions per year. (A musical in early November and a play in early April)
  • Works to ensure the proper and safe use of stage facilities, tools, equipment, etc. in furtherance stage productions.
  • Conveys a positive attitude when working with students, endeavors to develop a positive self image in each child, strives to develop rapport with the student as an individual for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes

There is a stipend for this position. Please email resume to Missy Keith at mkeith@usrulineacademy.

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June 26, 2018 · 11:00 am

Park Decor and Properties Team Members Sought at Kings Island

KI_logoHow would you like to be a part of something AMAZING and WONDERFUL?

Kings Island is now hiring for the Entertainment Department – Park Décor and Properties team!

In this role, you will build, install and maintain the park décor elements for all of our special events.

You will get to be a part of the team that creates the beauty and wonder of Winterfest, plus the horror and gore of Halloween Haunt!

Requirements:

  • Candidates for this position MUST be 18 years or older.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
  • Ability to work successfully in a group/team.
  • Ability to work nights, weekend and holiday periods to meet business needs.
  • Ability to follow direction from supervision.
  • Ability to pass a background check.

Desired Characteristics:

  • Background in design, floral arranging, or décor.
  • Practical experience in props fabrication, design, sculpting or set dressing.
  • Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.

If this is something that intrigues you, please send your resume and cover letter to: KI.audition@visitkingsisland.com

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June 15, 2018 · 3:38 pm

Part-Time Staff Member Sought by Cincinnati Landmark Productions

CLPCincinnati Landmark Productions is seeking a part-time staff member for The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts and The Warsaw Federal Incline Theater

Part-Time Customer Service/House Staff Position

Job Requirements:
Must be at least 19 years of age, have high school diploma or equivalency, some college preferred. Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Must be able to work in an unsupervised environment at The Covedale Center for the Performing Arts AND The Warsaw Federal Incline Theatre. Must be a self-starter, dependable, and have excellent communication and customer service skills.

Job Description:
House management duties, Will Call, general customer service, work as parking assistant, assist in concessions/bar area and run a follow spot.

Hours for position vary. Mostly evenings during performances. Sunday performances are at 2pm. Must be available weekends too.

If interested, please send resume to: Denny Reed at dennyreed@clpshows.org. No phone calls please. Start Date: IMMEDIATE.

Please note: These positions are a good fit for NON PERFORMERS – staffers will work during performances. Start date immediate.

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June 14, 2018 · 2:24 pm

Digital Marketing Manager Sought by Cincinnati Arts Association

caa_logoThe Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) is seeking a self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills to fill this position. The Digital Marketing Manager creates, implements, and manages the strategic marketing plans for Cincinnati Arts Association’s social media, digital marketing, and website initiatives in support of the brand image and awareness of CAA, revenue growth opportunities, and the events/programs presented by CAA, its resident companies, and its rental clients. The Digital Marketing Manager works interdepartmentally to gather and communicate information for all areas of CAA, including Marketing/PR, Ticketing Services, Development, Education, Operations (Aronoff Center and Music Hall), and the Weston Art Gallery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
General responsibilities include, but are not limited to: plan, create, and implement rich, dynamic, and compelling digital content (copy, photography, and video) for website and social media platforms; act as community manager for all CAA social platforms, including content creation, posting, monitoring, responding/engagement, and scheduling; manage all digital advertising (SEM, Display, Google AdWords, Facebook/Twitter, Adroll, etc.); management of the CAA website, including coordination/editing of all site content and tag management; implement strategies to grow CAA web / social media engagement; ongoing maintenance of CAA website to keep site up-to-date and current with industry standards; liaison with web developer/designer on appropriate design, maintenance, enhancement, and trouble-shooting issues; analyze and report upon website traffic and social/digital media metrics using measurement tools such as Google Analytics, Facebook Insights, etc.; communicate with marketing /PR representatives from resident companies and rental clients to obtain digital assets to promote upcoming events; develop, implement, and optimize email marketing through Adobe Campaign; develop new and maintain current Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies and copy.

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will be an outgoing, people-oriented individual with outstanding interpersonal skills. This individual will possess the ability to work independently in the midst of a multitude of projects, showing constant attention to detail. Experience in the following areas is required: developing and implementing website and social media marketing initiatives/campaigns; experience with and passion for shooting photographs and video along with photo/video editing experience (Adobe Creative Suite); proven creative and strategic planning skills; excellent computer skills (Microsoft), and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with and an understanding of customer relationship management database software and content management systems is preferred. Experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) copywriting, effective online ad placements, and the ability to craft effective email content is a plus. Knowledge of Paciolan CRM a plus. HTML/CSS knowledge and email automation experience a plus. Strong interest or background in the arts/entertainment and/or working in a non-profit environment is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism or related field; or equivalent combination of education/work experience, especially in social media / digital marketing.

TO APPLY:
Interested candidates may complete an application at/or send resume by 6/28/18 to:

Cincinnati Arts Association
Attn: Human Resources
650 Walnut Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202|
Or email: HR@cincinnatiarts.org

No phone calls please.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO Employer
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 6/28/18

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June 14, 2018 · 2:11 pm

Production Technician Sought by Aronoff Center

caa_logoThe Cincinnati Arts Association seeks a Production Technician to join our team at our Aronoff Center for the Arts location. The Production Technician works in conjunction with the Technical Director to coordinate needs for events held in the Jarson-Kaplan and Fifth Third Bank Theaters; and supports productions in the Procter & Gamble Hall (Aronoff Center for the Arts).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Production Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintain technical readiness of stages and support areas
  • Coordinate with the Technical Director and events staff on needs of shows
  • Shares responsibility with other technical staff members for maintaining equipment
  • Ensures compliance with backstage safety and cleanliness policies
  • Educates, evaluates and oversees production personnel (local union and outside production) on proper operation and use of equipment
  • Represents the venue as a liaison and guide to outside productions
  • Serves as running crew on shows as needed
  • Works at special negotiated rate for designated

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of theatrical stage components including sound equipment, lighting equipment, rigging, staging equipment, etc. Strong theatrical design and coaching abilities are a plus. The desired candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to exercise good judgment independently. The desired candidate also will have excellent written and verbal communication skills; a high level of organization and attention to accuracy; ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while promoting patience and flexibility; will be able to multi-task and meet time sensitive deadlines; have schedule flexibility (work on nights and weekends will be required); and the ability to regularly exert physical effort in work involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, carrying, crawling, and pushing/pulling of objects.

To Apply:

Applications will be accepted via email only at iatseno5@aol.com. No phone calls please.
To apply, please send a resume (2 pages maximum) as one complete PDF file (Word documents will not be accepted).

Applications will be accepted until 5:00p.m. EST on Thursday, June 28, 2018, by the IATSE Local 5 office. Those applicants endorsed by IATSE Local 5 will be forwarded to CAA for consideration. Applicants will not be contacted individually to confirm receipt of application materials. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Applications will be kept confidential. Candidates will be scheduled for interviews during the weeks of July 9 or July 16, 2018.

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