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Signature Theatre in Arlington, VA seeks full-time staff Lighting Supervisor. Under the direction of the Production Manager, the Lighting Supervisor is responsible for the safe and successful planning, operation, and maintenance of lighting and video needs for all company productions and in-house events. They supervise the electrics staff and optimize available resources for all Signature lighting and video needs, in coordination with the other production departments. Signature, a LORT Theatre, produces 6 to 8 full-scale company productions, a cabaret series, and several additional one-off events annually.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Production support

• Collaborate with designers and production staff to support lighting and video design needs for all productions.
• Cost-out material, labor, and time needed to execute all lighting and video designs, evaluate design feasibility, and ensure safe implementation.
• Coordinate with other departments on any shared production elements, such as practicals in scenery, the electrification of props, and any special effects.
• Configure and maintain all electrics equipment and lighting and video networks.
• Design and implement all electrics rigging systems.
• Ensure proper functionality and safety of all electrical elements.
• Maintain the lighting and video equipment inventories.
• Supervise the ongoing maintenance of all lighting and video designs during run, including ongoing artistic and technical integrity, and upkeep of lighting paperwork.

Electrics personnel management

• Hire, manage, and dismiss full-time and overhire electrics staff.
• Schedule overhire crew and assist HR team with onboarding of overhire employees.
• Submit weekly payroll for all hourly electrics employees.
• Manage electrics crew in the planning, hang, focus, maintenance, and load-out of the light and video plots.

Departmental planning

• Coordinate scheduling needs with Production Manager and other production departments.
• Work with Production Manager to generate electrics budgets, track departmental spending, and generate periodic re-projections of annual budget.
• Develop and update long-range plans for improvement and expansion of the lighting and video inventories, theatre equipment, and systems.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

• Expert knowledge of theatrical lighting systems, equipment, and practices
• Working knowledge of Vectorworks, Lightwright, Watchout 6, and ETC Eos Family consoles and software
• Capable experience in computer networking for theatrical applications
• Experience working with LED tape and integrating into production elements
• Experience working with wireless practicals
• Able to read and understand technical ground plans, sections, lighting and sound plots, etc.

WORKING REQUIREMENTS

• Employee must be able to lift 75+ pounds unaided and in repetition.
• Employee may be required to occasionally work in extreme conditions: at heights, in confined spaces, and in adverse weather.
• Employee must maintain a safe and orderly working environment.
• Employee must maintain a valid driver’s license.

ASSIGNED MEETINGS

• Weekly Department Heads meeting
• All production meetings
• All company-wide meetings

COMPENSATION

Signature Theatre offers a salary in the low to mid $70’s, with excellent benefits including medical, dental, disability and life insurance; vacation, sick and parental leave; as well as complimentary and discount tickets.

TO APPLY

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@sigtheatre.org. Please use the subject line “Lighting Supervisor.”

Signature Theatre is committed to the professional development of all employees, and we encourage any interested individuals to apply even if you do not believe that you satisfy all the preferred qualifications.

Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Signature Theatre, a Tony Award®-winning, non-profit professional theater, in Arlington, Virginia seeks a part-time House Manager. House Managers are responsible for providing a high standard of guest service to achieve and maintain customer loyalty, maximize revenue for the Signature Shop, and directly supervise members of the Signatures Usher and Volunteer teams. House Managers report to the Guest Services Manager and the Guest Services Coordinator. House Managers are expected to provide the best patron experience possible at mainstage Signature productions, cabarets, and other events throughout the year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a high level of guest services dealing with all comments, complaints, and points raised by the public in Front of House areas and following up these points by immediate action or in consultation with the Guest Services Manager and/or Guest Services Coordinator.
• Responsible for the safety of the audience, in case of an emergency and take the proper steps to either evacuate or secure the audience members. Handling all emergency situations in a calm and instructive manner.
• Work proactively to anticipate the needs of patrons and Signature Theatre.
• Maintains ticket-scanning equipment, assistive listening devices, GalaPro captioning devices and walkie-talkies for communicating with stage manager.
• Maintain the Signature Theatre Shop, including inventory checks.
• Work in conjunction with the Stage Management team to coordinate performance timelines, including preshow chat, late seating, curtain speeches, and intermission.
• Maintain cleanliness and order during performances for all front of house areas, including lobbies, theatre spaces, restrooms, Shop and coat check.
• Set-up and restore the house prior to and after each performance.
• Serve as an active member of the Front of House department and support the Guest Services Manager and Guest Services Coordinator in upkeep of the department by attending team teetings, assisting with Usher and Volunteer Trainings, and completing other assigned special projects.
• Directly supervise members of the Signature Usher & Volunteer Corps while on duty.
• Write and distribute performance reports and incident reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience working live events and/or customer service role.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and able to provide excellent customer service and hospitality.
• Team player who can work well in a fast-paced environment.
• First Aid/CPR certified within 6 months of hiring.
• Available to work 20 hours per week including weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/downstairs.
• The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

COMPENSATION

The House Manager position is a part-time, hourly non-exempt job with an hourly rate of $19.60/hr.

TO APPLY

For consideration, please forward a resume and cover letter to jobs@sigtheatre.org.

Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Signature Theatre, a Tony Award®-winning, non-profit professional theater, in Arlington, Virginia seeks a part-time Lead Bartender or Bartender with Management experience for Ali’s Bar, located inside Signature Theatre.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the first called for coverage in cases of last-minute bartender call outs, or other unexpected shift coverage when needed.
• Take weekly inventory of bar supplies.
• Check stock levels and ensure that they are adequate for shows and specialty events.
• Place beer, wine, and liquor orders weekly.
• Assist Guest Services Manager in staff training and cocktail design.
• Work directly with other Front of House staff including House Managers and Box Office Associates to ensure a pleasant experience for guests.
• Inform customers about new beverages and specials.
• Accurately select and mix ingredients, garnish glasses, and serve beverages to customers in an expedient and friendly manner.
• Check identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate and returning correct change to patrons.
• Balance the cash register and nightly tip out.
• Adhere to all food safety, VA, ABC and quality regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE
• Have or obtain VABC Responsible Sellers and Servers: Virginia Program (RSVP) Certificate
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive, engaging personality and professional appearance.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong task and time management abilities.
• Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, etc for extended periods, and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Previous experience in bar, restaurant or theatrical/live performance concessions a plus.
• Experience in POS system Toast a plus.

COMPENSATION

Signature Theatre offers an hourly rate of $15.25 hour plus tips, as well as complimentary and discount tickets.

TO APPLY

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@sigtheatre.org. Please use the subject line “Lead Bartender.”

Signature Theatre is committed to the professional development of all employees, and we encourage any interested individuals to apply even if you do not believe that you satisfy all the preferred qualifications.

Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.  

Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Signature Theatre, a Tony Award®-winning, non-profit professional theater, in Arlington, Virginia seeks experienced bartenders for Ali’s Bar, located inside Signature Theatre. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position that reports to the Guest Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome customers, determine customer beverage preferences, make recommendations, and take drink and food orders.
• Inform customers about new beverages and specials.
• Select and mix ingredients, garnish glasses, and serve beverages to customers.
• Answer basic inquiries about the current shows such as length, intermission time and basic content warnings.
• Work directly with other Front of House staff including House Managers and Box Office Associates to ensure a pleasant experience for guests.
• Check identification to ensure customers are the legal age to purchase alcohol.
• Take inventory to ensure bar and tables are well-stocked.
• Adhere to all food safety and quality regulations.
• Handle cash, credit, and debit card transactions, ensuring charges are accurate, return correct change to patrons, and balance the cash register and nightly tip out.
• Maintain a clean bar and dining area by removing trash, cleaning tables, and washing glasses, utensils, and equipment.
• Open and close bar in a timely and complete fashion.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE
• Have or obtain VABC Responsible Sellers and Servers: Virginia Program (RSVP) Certificate.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive, engaging personality and professional appearance.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong task and time management abilities.
• Eye for detail and understanding of drink mixing tools and techniques.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods, and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Previous experience in Bar and Restaurant or Theatrical concessions a plus.
• Experience in POS system Toast a plus

COMPENSATION

Signature Theatre offers an hourly rate of $12.36, plus tips, as well as complimentary and discount tickets.

TO APPLY

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@sigtheatre.org. Please use the subject line “Bartender.”  
 
Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. 

Signature Theatre, a Tony Award®-winning, non-profit professional theater, in Arlington, Virginia is seeking part-time Ushers to join our Front of House Team. Ushers are responsible for providing a high standard of guest service to achieve and maintain customer loyalty from both subscribers and single ticket buyers, maximize revenue for the Signature Shop, and ensure the safety of Patrons and Artists. Ushers report to the Front of House Operations Manager and House Manager on Duty. Ushers are expected to facilitate the best patron experience possible at mainstage Signature productions, cabarets, and other events throughout the year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet and greet all patrons entering Signature’s Max or Ark Theatre, checking, or scanning for valid tickets.
• Be personal and pro-active in aiding all guests with the highest level of customer service and hospitality.
• Assist guests by providing accurate directions to seating sections within the theatres.
• Receive and quickly act upon requests or complaints from patrons; refer serious problems to the House Manager on Duty.
• Retain knowledge of the Signature Theatre’s history, staff, and emergency activity procedures.
• Enforce Signatures policies, rules, and Equity regulations.
• Aid the House Manager on duty to patrons in the event of an accident or injury.
• In the event of an emergency, assist in evacuating Signature Theatre, while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Perform additional functions and activities as directed by the House Manager on Duty or Front of House Operations Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Other customer service helpful but not required. Training will be provided.
• Have strong interpersonal skills and able to provide excellent customer service and hospitality.
• Must be a team player who is able to work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Available to work 20 hours per week.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/downstairs.
• The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations to the physical requirements can be made for people with disabilities.

Compensation
The Usher position is a part-time, hourly non-exempt job with an hourly rate of $15.50/hr.

To Apply
For consideration, please forward a resume, cover letter to jobs@sigtheatre.org.

Signature Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer who celebrates diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Signature Theatre is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Signature Theatre’s Education Department is conducting an ongoing search for skilled part-time teaching artists for school partnerships, workshops and residencies.

Selected teaching artists will be kept in Signature Education’s teaching artist database and contacted when school partnerships require their specific talents in the classroom. Signature Education is looking for teaching artists with experience teaching acting, directing, voice, dance, playwrighting, technical theatre and theatrical design to middle school and high school students. The need for teaching artists is ongoing and this is a rolling application process.

Basic Duties / Requirements:

• Teaching artists create, oversee and supervise workshops, residencies and lessons as a Signature representative at partnering schools and organizations. Signature Teaching Artists are expected to be supportive, respectful and encouraging toward all students and classroom teachers. While Signature Education will generally not write lesson plans for Teaching Artists, artists will collaborate with Signature representatives, students, school representatives to create lesson plans and materials
• Teaching artists should know that they may teach anywhere within the DMV area and that they will be responsible for handling their own transportation to each school they’re assigned to. Should a workshop present itself that takes place online, teaching artists are requested to run the session with a strong connection to the internet.
• In addition to teaching experience, experience working professionally in theatre is preferred.
• Signature Theatre teaching artists work with diverse student populations and experience levels. Applicants with experience working with diverse populations, including but not limited to non-English, multilingual, neurodiverse, or disabled students are encouraged to apply.

Signature Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Teaching artists are paid a competitive hourly wage beginning at $40/hr.

To apply, you’ll fill out an application via the Signature Education career portal. There, you’ll be asked questions about your teaching experience and interests. You’ll be required to upload a sample lesson plan of your own creation. We’re looking for lesson plans that show your ability to teach an engaging, hands-on lesson that give students opportunities for growth. You’ll also be given the opportunity to upload any other supporting documents or media that show your abilities as a teacher.

APPLY HERE

Have questions about the work we do in Signature Education? Learn more about our work by visiting our website or ask specific questions by emailing education@sigtheatre.org.