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EMPLOYMENT
Round House Theatre is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and does not discriminate in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, status as a Vietnam Era or disabled veteran, or otherwise as may be prohibited by federal, state, and county law.

To apply for any of the positions listed below, send your resume and cover letter via mail to Round House Theatre, Attn: Employment, P.O. Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688 or via e-mail to jobs@roundhousetheatre.org.

Available positions include:

01.24.08Director of Marketing and Public Relations

Round House Theatre -- a LORT theatre with multiple spaces in Bethesda and Silver Spring, Maryland -- seeks an experienced and outgoing individual to lead marketing and public relations for a $3.8M organization in the suburban DC-area. The Director is a senior member of the RHT management team, supervising office staff, box office, and front-of-house operations. Round House produces 5 mainstage and 2-3 second stage shows per season, conducts extensive education and outreach programs, and hosts a variety of partner arts groups in its spaces throughout the year.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic manager and communicator, have proven budget management skills, will demonstrate a track record of meeting and exceeding earned revenue goals, and have superior verbal and public speaking skills to act as an advocate for the theatre in the community.

Responsibilities include: developing a sophisticated media plan for a growing organization, working with commercial ad agency on new branding campaign, building audience through traditional and innovative marketing techniques, implementation of subscription campaigns and single ticket promotion, press releases, website, e- marketing, and community relations. Proficiency in ProVenue and Financial Edge is preferred. Salary: commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package.

How to apply for this position: Send resume and cover letter to jobs@roundhousetheatre.org (preferred) or apply by mail to Marketing Search, Round House Theatre, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824. No calls please. Round House Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Executive

Business Manager
Overview: The Business Manager coordinates and maintains all accounting and financial activities as well as insurance, payroll, A/P and benefits programs, in order to maintain accurate and complete documentation of the financial position of the theatre, provide full compensation to staff, ensure compliance with government regulations, and optimally manage risk for the theatre. The Business Manager reports to the General Manager.

  • Process payroll through ADP on a weekly basis.
  • Process all cash disbursements including payment of all check requests and maintenance of petty cash.
  • Verify, record and deposit cash receipts.
  • Monitor cash flow.
  • Assist Development with grants and proposals.
  • Maintain the General Ledger and prepare reports for monthly meetings.
  • Monitor the theatre's assets and maintain the depreciation schedule.
  • Maintain all insurance and employee benefits.
  • Assist with annual audit.
Qualifications:
Bachelors-Degree, preferably in Business or Accounting.
Two years experience in finance or accounting.
Theatre experience preferred.
Experience with Financial Edge and/ or Raiser's Edge preferred.
General knowledge of employee benefits, human resources and/or insurance preferred.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to analyze data.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to: Harriet L. Weil, General Manager, Round House Theatre, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688. Fax: 301-585-2775. Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. Round House Theatre is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity.

Marketing & Public Relations/Audience Services

Temporary Box Office Assistant
The Temporary Box Office Assistant supports box office operations. This temporary position averages 25-30 hours per week during the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, mid-April through mid-August. Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required.

Primary Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Taking ticket and subscription orders both in person and over the phone
  • Processing subscription exchanges
  • Answering phones
  • Preparing box office reports
  • Other duties as assigned

Primary Qualifications:

  • Ability to work a fast paced environment with all different types of people
  • Good customer service background and experience with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
  • Experience with ProVenue Max or any computerized ticketing system and/or previous box office experience is a huge plus.
  • A high school degree is required; college degree is preferred.

How to apply for this position:
E-mail or fax a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Julie Scoville, Director of Audience Services, at jobs@roundhousetheatre.org or 240.644.1101 (fax). No phone calls please.

Business Manager
Round House Theatre, LORT D, seeks a Business Manager to oversee all financial operations including processing cash disbursements including payment of all check requests and maintenance of petty cash; verify, record and deposit cash receipts; monitor cash flow; assist Development with grants and proposals; maintain the GL and prepare reports for monthly meetings; monitor the theatre's assets and maintain the depreciation schedule; maintain all insurance and employee benefits; assist with annual audit. Candidates should have a BA, preferably in Business or Accounting; 2 years experience in finance or accounting; experience with Financial Edge and/ or Raiser's Edge preferred as is a general knowledge of employee benefits, human resources and/or insurance. Theatre experience preferred. Start date late July. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Send cover letter, resume, and three references to: General Manager, Round House Theatre, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688. Fax: 301-585-2775. Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org.
Round House Theatre is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity.

Administrative Assistant - Education & Outreach
Round House Theatre seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant / Education to provide administrative support for all Education & Outreach programming at the theatre's facilities, and in schools and community. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: serving as primary contact for program participants and the general public when contacting or visiting the Education Center; processing and tracking departmental revenue and expenses; maintaining departmental records and calendar; assisting with preparation of program materials and supplies; other administrative duties as assigned. Ideal candidates must be able to work in a creative, energetic, fast-paced, youth-oriented environment, and possess the following: Bachelors' Degree and prior professional administrative experience; outstanding customer service skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; highly organized; high attention to detail; strong comfort level with computers; ability to take direction, multi-task, and work independently and as part of a team; general knowledge of theatre production preferred. Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends. This position must submit to a background check and participate in first aid and CPR training. Starting salary in the low-to-mid 20s. Send cover letter and resume with references to jobs@roundhousetheatre.org or ATTN: Administrative Assistant, c/o Education Center, 925 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910. No calls or faxes. Round House Theatre is an equal employment opportunity; experienced persons from all backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Carpenter
Round House Theatre is seeking a fulltime carpenter. Candidates should have demonstrated carpentry skills and a working knowledge of shop tools. Knowledge of welding, rigging, sound, properties, lighting, and/or scenic art, a plus. Must have valid drivers license, own car preferred. Position is hourly/eligible for overtime with excellent benefits Send cover letter and resume to: Round House Theatre, Attn: Jessica Grove, Production and Company Manager, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688. Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. Fax: 240.644.1090.

Costume Shop Manager
Round House Theatre is seeking a fulltime Costume Shop Manager who works to realize the designs of the costume designer while working within the parameters provided by the Round House Theatre. Extensive knowledge of costume construction techniques including the ability to cut, drape, and pattern. Experience with costume crafts preferred. Good written and oral communication skills and a thorough understanding of the design process required. Must have valid drivers license, own car preferred. Anticipated start date in Summer ‘08. Fulltime position with excellent benefits. Send cover letter and resume to: Round House Theatre, Attn: Jessica Grove, Production and Company Manager, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688. Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. Fax: 240.644.1090.

Properties Coordinator/Artisan
Round House Theatre, a LORT D theatre, is seeking a fulltime Properties Coordinator/Artisan for its 400-seat mainstage and 150-seat second stage. The Properties Coordinator/Artisan is responsible for the construction, purchase, pulling from stock, and or rental of all props and set dressing, as well as management of RHT props stock, equipment and supplies. Knowledge of construction/creation techniques including sewing, casting, soft goods, upholstery, crafts, theatrical painting, welding, wood working, and/or furniture making preferred. Must have valid drivers license, own car preferred. Anticipated start date in Summer Ô08. Send cover letter and resume to: Round House Theatre, Attn: Jessica Grove, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824-0688. Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org.
Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. Fax: 240.644.1090.

Artistic Administrator
Round House Theatre seeks a dynamic and highly organized individual to work with the Producing Artistic Director and programming staff. Seeking an up and comer who is eager to learn the operations of a $5.4M theatre at the management level. Must be intelligent, collaborative, articulate, and able to work with staff, artists, and VIPs. Responsibilities include: administrative support including phone and mail, company management for local and out-of-town artists, serve as liason to the Board of Trustees, process and research scripts, coordinate travel arrangements, and participate in community and development functions. Some evening and weekend work required. This is an entry-level position in arts management and does not entail directing or other artistic work. Send cover letter and resume to Round House Theatre, attn: Artistic Administrator Search, PO Box 30688, Bethesda, MD 20824. Or apply online at jobs@roundhousetheatre.org Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org.
Email: jobs@roundhousetheatre.org. Fax: 240.644.1090.

THE ROUND HOUSE THEATRE
The Round House Theatre is a 30 year old critically-acclaimed theatre in the Washington Metropolitan area consisting of a 400 seat theatre in downtown Bethesda, a 150 seat flexible performance space in downtown Silver Spring, as well as a large education and outreach program.

Run crew positions
These positions such as follow-spot operators, board operators, stage hands are hired on a show-by-show basis and paid hourly. Technical rehearsals and previews require some day time commitments. The rest of the four to five week run consists of up to eight performances a week. A commitment to all performances is required. Some experience preferred, punctuality, and reliability a must.

Overhire positions
These positions such as electrics hang and focus calls; scenery painting, construction, load-in and strike calls; stitching, and properties construction) vary in terms of required experience and length of commitment. Most positions are paid on an hourly basis with calls ranging from 4-10 hours. Experience, reliability, and punctuality are required.

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Round House Theatre Bethesda
4545 East-West Highway
Bethesda, MD 20814
Round House Theatre Silver Spring
8641 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Round House Theatre Education Center
925 Wayne Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Box Office: 240.644.1100 | Admin Office: 240.644.1099 | Education Center: 301.585.1225