Jobs & Auditions

Organizational Overview:

TCT’s mission is to educate, entertain and engage audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming. We fulfill our mission through three primary programs:

Vision: To awaken a lifelong love of theatre in children and the young at heart.

Core Beliefs:

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, religions, gender identities, races, ethnicities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

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Scenic Electrician (Full-Time)

Position Overview:

The Scenic Electrician is a skilled theatre professional, knowledgeable in aspects of theatrical lighting, projection, and special effects. The Scenic Electrician works with the TD/Lead Carpenter to install lighting elements of scenic pieces and props and will assist with the carpentry build for four MainStage productions per season, Academy Live! and TCT on Tour shows on an as needed basis.  

The Scenic Electrician will install, maintain, strike and store/inventory all lighting, projection, and special effects equipment. They will have knowledge of industry standard theatrical electrical techniques along with basic construction knowledge. The Scenic Electrician is self-motivated, able to work independently to complete tasks assigned to them safely and quickly without constant and direct oversight. The Scenic Electrician can read and interpret designer draftings, plots and other paperwork to implement the designs.

The Scenic Electrician is willing to assist other departments to help fulfill the goals of the company. The Scenic Electrician reports directly to the TD/Lead Carpenter and works closely with all shop team members.

Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

Minimum and Ideal Qualifications:

Compensation & Benefits:

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a video, cover letter/resume, portfolio, and/or demo reels. (Files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome). No phone calls, please.

Please submit materials and any references by Friday August 4, 2023 to Director of Production, Dani.Lobello@tctcincinnati.com.

Subject Line: Scenic Electrician 2023


Development Intern

Internship Overview 

This intern position will work directly with the Development Director, Anne Venters, as well as Development Managers, Mary Wright and Annie Bloemer with assignments designated daily at the Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) at Red Bank. Typical tasks include:  

RAFFLE AND ONLINE AUCTION EVENTS 

CORPORATE SPONSORS/FACILITY RENTALS 

INDIVIDUAL GIVING 

The development intern will also be able to sit in on staff and corporate meetings, production previews/rehearsals as well as view sponsorship opportunities through presentations and meetings. If interested, the development intern will also witness the capital campaign and associated donor events underway. 

This is an extremely beneficial internship for those interested in theatre, business, and philanthropy providing opportunity to enhance promotional writing skills, corporate support, fund raising events and donor relations that help attract and develop TCT’s individual and community relationships.  

Ideal Candidate Attributes 

Time Commitment 

A work schedule will be discussed at the start of the internship, schedules are flexible with a recommended 15-hour weekly commitment.  

The Internship Period will be TBD. 

Compensation 

This internship is unpaid; however, TCT will work with his or her university if school credit is available or allowed. In addition, the work opportunity at TCT can result in an excellent reference on a resume. 

Contact 

Anne McCarthy Venters 

Anne.venters@tctcincinnati.com   

513-569-8080 x28 


Workshop Teaching Artist

TCT is looking for experienced Workshop Teaching Artists with skills to facilitate artist enrichment for students Pre-K – 12th grade. This position will introduce students to new artistic disciplines, art forms, perspectives, and skills in a wide range of settings.

Duties                                  

Qualifications                  

TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a video, cover letter/resume, portfolio, and/or demo reels. (Files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome). No phone calls, please.

Please submit materials and any references to submissions@tctcincinnati.com.

Subject Line: WORKSHOP ARTIST SUBMISSION


Assistant Costume Shop Manager/Cutter/Draper (Full-Time)

Position Overview:

The Assistant Costume Shop Manager/Cutter/Draper will assist the organization in fulfilling its mission of educating, entertaining and engaging audiences of all ages through professional theatrical productions and arts education programming.

Along with the Costume Shop Manager/Resident Costume Designer, the Assistant Costume Shop Manager/Cutter/Draper oversees our stock and our costume shop. The Assistant Costume Shop Manager/Cutter/Draper is responsible for/in charge of patterning, cutting, and draping for each Mainstage Production and assisting on Tour Productions. This person is also the lead stitcher/cutter/draper for the TCT costume shop and assists with costume crafts on a show by show basis.

The Assistant Costume Shop Manager/Cutter/Draper of The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati (TCT) reports directly to the Costume Shop Manager/Resident Costume Designer.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Costume Shop Manager’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ideal and Minimum Qualifications:

Compensation & Benefits:

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati believes the stories on our stages and the work we do behind the scenes must reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe inclusive work cultures spark wide-ranging, exploratory conversations and learning. Therefore, we strongly welcome and encourage people from all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and ages to apply as we continue our commitment to diversity and build an inclusive environment at TCT.

TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should submit whatever they feel best reflects their qualifications. This can come in the form of a video, cover letter/resume, portfolio, and/or demo reels. (Files should be less than 3MB in total, links are welcome). No phone calls, please.

Please submit materials and any references to Director of Production, Dani.Lobello@tctcincinnati.com.

Subject Line: Assistant Costume Shop Manager 2023

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