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NOW HIRING:
MANAGER OF TEEN PROGRAMS AND OUTREACH
Now Hiring: Teen Programs Manager, Full-Time: Starts August 28, 2023
We are still accepting applications for this position!
Please send cover letter and resume to dic@oddfellows.org
The Job:
The Manager of Teen Programs and Outreach at Oddfellows Playhouse is responsible for the operations and coordination of all teen-focussed and outreach programs at the Playhouse. The Teen Programs Manager provides direct support to teaching artists both on and off site, coordinates with Program Manager about room usage, will be expected to conceive and direct specific teen programs, and oversees all Playhouse programs serving teenagers or taking place off-site. Works closely with the Executive Artistic Director in planning and executing year-round programs for teenagers and young people isolated by poverty. Requires strong theater/arts/circus background, teaching and directing experience, commitment to social justice, and must be well-organized and a good team player. Although at times it may vary, in general the Teen Programs Manager is in the building from 11am - 7 pm, and sometimes on evenings and weekends when rehearsals, events or performances call for it. The Teen Programs Manager is responsible for general oversight, staffing, marketing, communication and evaluation of the Teen Repertory Company, Circophony Teen Circus, Neighborhood-based Troupes, and off-site residencies and workshops.
Core Skills and Competencies:
Computer literate (Google Suite, word, excel, office, etc.)
Strong theater background, including directing experience
Open and engaging personality
Detail oriented
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Social Media savvy
Responsible to: Executive Artistic Director and Managing Director
The Teen Programs and Outreach Manager is a new position responsible for overseeing all teen and outreach programming for Oddfellows Playhouse. Programs include Teen Repertory Company, Circophony Teen Circus, Neighborhood-based Troupes, Teaching Artist Hub, and partnerships and contracts with other organizations, including the Connecticut Office of the Arts, the Middletown Arts and Culture Office, the Middletown Public Schools, MARC Community Resources and the YMCA. This position reports directly to the Executive Artistic Director, and works with all staff, contracted artists, interns and volunteers to realize the vision of the organization.
As 1 of 4 full-time positions at the Playhouse, the Teen Programs Manager is central to putting our mission into practice and steering the organization into the future.
Wesleyan Students! Welcome to Oddfellows!
Apply for Work-Study (or to volunteer) at Oddfellows Playhouse right HERE.
Wesleyan Work-Study Opportunities at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater 2023 - 2024
For more info contact info@oddfellows.org
After-School Teaching Assistants: Assist in after-school arts programs with kids ages 6 - 14; coordinate Oddbridge activities with Middletown Public School kids, including preparing & serving snacks, helping with homework; lead games and other activities; assist professional teaching artists in classes in theater, dance, circus and visual arts; establish strong relationships with elementary & middle school youth.
Hours: Weekdays, 3:30 - 6 pm and Saturdays, 8:45 am - 1:30 pm
Number needed: 5-8. Need 2-3 W/S students each weekday & 1 on Saturdays.
Administrative Assistants: Assist in the office of a busy non-profit youth theater. Tasks will depend on skills - some creative, some more mundane. Book keeping, data entry, organizing, program evaluation, mailings, odd jobs as needed.
Hours: Weekdays, 11 am - 4 pm
Number needed: 1-2
Graphic Designer/Website Manager: Design flyers, posters, mailings, etc as needed. Create signage around building. Keep website up to date and looking good; upgrade and improve website as agreed upon.
Hours: 6 - 8 hours per week. As scheduled with staff.
Number needed: 1
Technical Theater Assistant/Shop Manager: Work with our technical director to organize and maintain theater, shop, prop and costume storage. Provide technical support for classes and productions. Maintain tools and equipment. Could use one person with more technical focus (carpentry, lighting, etc) and one focusing more on costumes and props.
Hours: 6 - 8 hours per week, as scheduled with staff.
Number needed: 1-2
Assistant to Program Manager/Publicity & Social Media Intern: Work with Program Manager to market events through press, websites and social media. Assist Program Director with other tasks as needed.
Hours: 5-6 hours per week, as scheduled with Program Director
Number needed: 1
Assistant to the Executive Artistic Director: Work on special projects, fundraising, program development, event preparation and other tasks needed to assist Executive Artistic Director.
Hours: 3 - 6 hours per week as scheduled with EAD.
Number needed: 1
Neighborhood Troupes Assistants: Work as part of a team to plan and carry out weekly theater and dance troupes at Traverse Square and Maplewood Terrace.
Hours: 4 - 6 hours per week, late afternoons/evenings
Number needed: 4
Costume Shop Manager: Manage and upkeep Oddfellows’ collection of costumes and props, including keeping the collections organized, managing loans and returns, and working with Costumers and Directors to help navigate the collections.
Hours: 3 - 5 hours per week
Number needed: 1
Assistant to the Managing Director: Work with the Playhouse’s Managing Director on various elements of office management, including basic bookkeeping, maintenance of records, accounts receivable and payable, filing, financial aid requests, fundraising etc. A great opportunity for someone looking to get involved in non-profit arts management.
Hours: 5 - 7 hours per week as scheduled with MD
Number needed: 1
Apply for Work-Study (or to volunteer) at Oddfellows Playhouse right HERE.
Wesleyan Work-Study Opportunities at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater 2023 - 2024
For more info contact info@oddfellows.org
After-School Teaching Assistants: Assist in after-school arts programs with kids ages 6 - 14; coordinate Oddbridge activities with Middletown Public School kids, including preparing & serving snacks, helping with homework; lead games and other activities; assist professional teaching artists in classes in theater, dance, circus and visual arts; establish strong relationships with elementary & middle school youth.
Hours: Weekdays, 3:30 - 6 pm and Saturdays, 8:45 am - 1:30 pm
Number needed: 5-8. Need 2-3 W/S students each weekday & 1 on Saturdays.
Administrative Assistants: Assist in the office of a busy non-profit youth theater. Tasks will depend on skills - some creative, some more mundane. Book keeping, data entry, organizing, program evaluation, mailings, odd jobs as needed.
Hours: Weekdays, 11 am - 4 pm
Number needed: 1-2
Graphic Designer/Website Manager: Design flyers, posters, mailings, etc as needed. Create signage around building. Keep website up to date and looking good; upgrade and improve website as agreed upon.
Hours: 6 - 8 hours per week. As scheduled with staff.
Number needed: 1
Technical Theater Assistant/Shop Manager: Work with our technical director to organize and maintain theater, shop, prop and costume storage. Provide technical support for classes and productions. Maintain tools and equipment. Could use one person with more technical focus (carpentry, lighting, etc) and one focusing more on costumes and props.
Hours: 6 - 8 hours per week, as scheduled with staff.
Number needed: 1-2
Assistant to Program Manager/Publicity & Social Media Intern: Work with Program Manager to market events through press, websites and social media. Assist Program Director with other tasks as needed.
Hours: 5-6 hours per week, as scheduled with Program Director
Number needed: 1
Assistant to the Executive Artistic Director: Work on special projects, fundraising, program development, event preparation and other tasks needed to assist Executive Artistic Director.
Hours: 3 - 6 hours per week as scheduled with EAD.
Number needed: 1
Neighborhood Troupes Assistants: Work as part of a team to plan and carry out weekly theater and dance troupes at Traverse Square and Maplewood Terrace.
Hours: 4 - 6 hours per week, late afternoons/evenings
Number needed: 4
Costume Shop Manager: Manage and upkeep Oddfellows’ collection of costumes and props, including keeping the collections organized, managing loans and returns, and working with Costumers and Directors to help navigate the collections.
Hours: 3 - 5 hours per week
Number needed: 1
Assistant to the Managing Director: Work with the Playhouse’s Managing Director on various elements of office management, including basic bookkeeping, maintenance of records, accounts receivable and payable, filing, financial aid requests, fundraising etc. A great opportunity for someone looking to get involved in non-profit arts management.
Hours: 5 - 7 hours per week as scheduled with MD
Number needed: 1