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Creede Repertory Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages artists from historically excluded communities to apply.

JOB TITLE: Education Stage/ Tour Manager
REPORTS TO: Associate Education Director, Director of Production
TYPE: Hourly, Non-Exempt
COMPENSATION: $575 per week
HOUSING: Provided at no cost in Creede and on the road
CONTRACT DATES: Track A- July 4, 2023 to November 17, 2023 (Stage Manager for KID Show and Tour Manager for YAOT)
OR
Track B- July 25, 2023 to November 17, 2023 (Tour Manager for YAOT)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
• Background in Stage Management, Sound Engineering, Theatre for Young Audiences, Art Education, or related field
• Ability to communicate with actors, designers, schools, Art venues, and CRT staff in person, by phone, and via email.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in or willingness to learn QLab.
• Proficiency in or willingness to learn basic sound engineering including wireless microphone setup and trouble shooting.
• English fluency required. Spanish fluency a plus.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• Valid driver’s license.

QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR IN CANDIDATES:
• Mission – Motivated and inspired by CRT’s mission and vision.
• Grit - Bring determination and a strong will to the challenges and opportunities of theatre at 9,000ft.
• Intentionality – Thoughtful and deliberate.
• Community – Willing and eager to invest in, engage with, and create personal connections with the CRT community, including staff, company, students, patrons, board members, and town of Creede, CO.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• KID Show Stage Manager:
o Preparing, setting up and running all rehearsals
o Calling and managing all performances
o Communicate with department heads the needs of all props, furniture, costumes, set dressing, FOH needs, etc. through written rehearsal and performance reports.
o Work with the Costume Shop Manager to schedule all costume and wig fittings, as needed.
o Serve as a mentor for student performers and technicians throughout the rehearsal and performance process.
• YAOT Tour Manager:
o Preparing, setting up and running all rehearsals
o Communicate with department heads the needs of all props, furniture, costumes and set dressing
o Work with the Costume Shop Manager to arrange all costume and wig fittings as needed
o Work with the Associate Education Director and Director of Production and Facilities on budgeting on the road expenses
o Supervise and lead the load in and load out of the tour along with the acting company.
o Calling and managing all performances both in Creede, CO and on the road.
o Communicating to touring company a range of information including itineraries, destinations, performances and special information provided by the schools.
o Working with the touring company to properly load in and load out of venues in order to ensure consistency from performance to performance.
o Being the lead on all emergencies, such as illness or bad weather.
o Managing the safe driving schedule with actors in accordance with CRT’s policies and local/federal laws.
o Follow safe driving practices and scheduling maintenance for vehicles as needed.
o Maintaining or repairing props, costumes, sound equipment, and set pieces as needed.
o Manage travel accommodations such as checking in and out of stays, providing payment information, rebooking accommodations if needed and planning meals while on the road.
o Communicate successes or challenges to the Education Director and Director of Production through written performance reports and tour expense logs.
• Participate in all company meetings, production meetings, design meetings, special company functions, publicity functions, and/or other meetings or events as required by CRT.
• Participate in safety and emergency response training as required by CRT.
• Adhere to, and assist in the enforcement of, CRT’s COVID-19 safety protocols and policies, including, but not limited to distancing, masking, use of PPE, etc.
• Commit to CRT’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Initiative. Be an active participant in formal trainings and/or communal learning opportunities, a required. Contribute to a respectful and inclusive environment in every aspect of your work.
• Adhere to CRT’s community values of Artistry, Grit, Intentionality, and Community.

** Education Stage/ Tour Manager must complete a criminal background check at CRT’s expense. **

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, submit Cover Letter, References, and Resume HERE. No phone calls, please.
Applications must be received by January 22nd.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 16, 2023. Application review will be complete, and candidates contacted for interview by January 28, 2023.

Creede Repertory Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants from marginalized communities to apply.

2023 YOUNG AUDIENCE OUTREACH TOUR

Now in its 40th season, The Young Audience Outreach Tour’s mission is to bring high quality musical theatre to rural and underserved communities. This program annually produces an original children’s show for students in grades K-6 grade that tours throughout the Southwest, serving over 40,000 young people. Learn more about the program HERE.

THE CITY DOG & THE PRAIRIE DOG
Book and Lyrics by Diana Grisanti
Music by Emiliano Messiez
Directed by Matt Zambrano
Choregraphed by Bethany Eilean Talley

First Rehearsal: 8/1/2023
Load In Begins: 8/22/2023
Tech Begins: 8/22/2023
Opening: 8/25/2023
Closing: 11/19/2023

AVAILABLE TRACKS

Actor 1:
Paloma – A juvenile prairie dog. Has never left the countryside. Wants to see the world!

Actor 2:
Scientist – An ecologist who studies the prairie.
Mom – Paloma’s mom. An adult prairie dog. Skittish.
Arturo – Paloma’s cool and well-dressed cousin from Mexico City. A tree squirrel. (Fun fact: squirrels and prairie dogs are related!)
Kiwi – A cat. An absolute terror.
Sushi – A dog. A gentle giant.
Farmer – A potato farmer. Does NOT like prairie dogs.

Actors should be Latin American or Latinx(e/a/o) and speak Spanish and English fluently. Gender is flexible. Names and pronouns can shift.

CONTRACT & COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Contract: Non-Union, Full Time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $550 per week minimum; OT for all hours over 40/wk
Housing: Provided at no cost
Travel: Reimbursement of up to $400

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION

All artists who perform in-person work for CRT’s 2023 Summer Season are required to provide proof of full vaccination, according to current CDC guidelines, prior to their start date. Artists will receive a copy of CRT's most up-to-date Heath & Safety policy at the time of contract. It is CRT’s current intent that audience masking will be optional in the 2023 Season.

HOW TO AUDITION

CRT is accepting Video Sumbissions for YAOT. Your audition video should include 2 contrasting monologues and one song. We ask that at least one of these be in Spanish or include Spanish.

Please slate your name before your pieces.

Please fill out the Audition Submission Form, upload a headshot and resume (PDF format), and provide a link to your audition video. We will contact you if we'd like to see a callback.