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Become a part of the team making world-class theatre in Sarasota.

Entering its 66th season, Asolo Repertory Theatre is recognized as one of the premier professional theatres in America and one of the largest in the Southeastern United States. One of the few theatres in the nation that performs in true rotating repertory, Asolo Rep’s highly skilled acting company and extensive artisanship bring to life this unique performance method that gives audiences the opportunity to see multiple productions in the span of a few days. Asolo Rep presents up to 10 productions each season including contemporary and classic works and provocative musical theatre experiences. Asolo Rep is committed to expanding its reach into the community, furthering its collaboration with the best theatre artists working in the industry today and developing new artists through its affiliation with the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein and Managing Director Ross Egan, Asolo Rep’s ambitious theatrical offerings and groundbreaking education and community programming engage audiences and ensure its lasting legacy for future generations.

Asolo Repertory Theatre is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.

Current Openings

Director of Development

Asolo Repertory Theatre is hiring a Director of Development. To view the full job description and apply, click the link below to submit your application through our consulting group’s website.

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Community Engagement Associate

Community Engagement Associate

Department: Education & Engagement        

Classification:  Full time, Annual Range 40-42K

PLEASE APPLY WITH COVER LETTER, RESUME, REFERENCES TO ASOLO_HUMAN_RESOURCES@ASOLO.ORG 

 

 

Community Engagement Associate works collaboratively with staff, schools, students, and partner organizations to create and facilitate unique, responsive, and meaningful arts programming that connects and inspires.

 

The Community Engagement Associate works with the Director of Education & Engagement and the Associate Director of Education & Engagement. This role has room for deepening responsibilities as the programming and department grow in our community. Essential Job Responsibilities will be assessed on a semi-annual basis through employee check-ins. These check-ins may allow responsibilities to adjust in order to ensure that the needs of the department and skills of the individual employee are being met.

 

Responsibilities include:

 

  • Project Management of community programs and events such as
  • Theatre for All Community Programming
  • Asolo Rep on Tour
  • IllumiNation Series
  • ASL Perfrmances
  • Work collaboratively with the Director of Education & Engagement to
  • Develop and write season and show-based curriculum
  • Facilitate talkbacks and curated conversations
  • Develop and produce specific audience engagement events that align with community initiatives, under the umbrella program Theatre for All.
  • Work collaboratively with the Associate Director of Education & Engagement to
  • Provide creative content for residencies/classes/camps.
  • Work with Teaching Artists to develop lesson plans in accordance with learning objectives and with the audience in mind.
  • Act as teaching artist or administrator for select experiences as determined by department. 
  • Develop, facilitate, and deepen relationships/programming with schools and community organizations.
  • Collaborate with schools and organizations to develop learning spaces and programs that are inclusive, safe, and empowering.
  • Act as an ambassador for Asolo Rep and advocate for inclusive, accessible, and equitable arts education in the community.
  • Administration & Task Management
     
  • Manage scheduling: Assist with the scheduling of classes, workshops, Student Matinees, and events for both staff and students, ensuring smooth operation. 
  • Tracking prgress & outcomes: Help track the prgress of educational programs and their outcomes, such as student participation or satisfaction. This could involve gathering data and creating reports on the effectiveness of each initiative.
  • Cordinate resources: Help ensure all materials, props, or other resources needed for educational or engagement programs are organized and accessible.
  • Work with IllumiNation & Community Engagement Committee and attend all meetings.
     

Transferrable Skills and Knowledge:

  • Background of working with and communicating with community members, families, and schools.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience as a Teaching Artist working with community organizations and school systems is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of theatre and theatre education structures.   
  • A desire to and knowledge of building programs, partnerships, and processes that are inclusive, accessible, and equitable through the arts.
  • Knowledge of the arts learning space and how to construct and adapt lesson plans, residency plans, rehearsal outlines, workshops, etc. based on learning objective, desired outcomes, and artistic expectations.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills, including use of technological tools such as Outlook, Microsoft suite, etc.
  • Knowledge of and desire to use digital platforms and programs such as Teams, Asana, Google, Zoom, StreamYard, Adobe Suite.
  • A creative problem-solver and strong collaborator with a commitment to working towards a safe, welcoming, and empowering environment for all of our programs, all of our students, and all of our community members/partners.
  • Bonus: Fluent Spanish-speaker.

 

We recognize that some candidates feel demotivated to reach out or apply to a position if they don’t fit every qualification of an application. We know that candidates offer skills and abilities beyond those that are listed and encourage you to apply.  

 

Asolo Rep offers benefits that increase along with tenure, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation and sick leave. The Theatre provides a diverse, congenial, and supportive environment conducive to professional growth.