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To apply, please email our Managing and Producing Director, Aaron Simms at aaron@ShakespeareOnTheSound.org
with your cover letter and resume,
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
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Shakespeare on the Sound’s Director of Education and Outreach is responsible for all educational and outreach programming with the goal of teaching Shakespeare in a manner which dispels the fear and mysticism associated with Shakespeare and nurtures a comfort with, and ownership of, his language.
Core educational programming includes touring workshops and school-adapted productions, summer camps, adult enrichment, and the apprentice company.
This job is a commitment of approximately 20 hours on average per week. It is a year-round position and much of the work can be done remotely through the fall and winter months. At times you will need to commute to the CT office. There will be certain times of the year, particularly April-June, when weekly hours will increase in person due to the volume of workload. Conversely, July and August require fewer hours of work as the workload decreases during these months.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
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Oversee and develop all aspects of managing the educational programs, including the apprentice company, rehearsing and booking school tours, camps, and training teaching artists.
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Organize and maintain a calendar that includes dates and deadlines for all educational and community outreach programming, deadlines for education grants, schedule/dates of eblasts with focus on education, dates for all deadlines related to the apprentice company, and tour schedule.
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Seek out, develop, maintain timely correspondence, and grow relationships with local teachers, public and private schools, libraries, community partners, and others instrumental in educational programming.
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Responsible for seeking opportunities for, and booking and managing all SOS educational and outreach programming including workshops, tours, library talks, apprentice masterclasses, etc. Provide “previews” of SOS educational tour/s for those possibly interested in booking or sponsoring a tour.
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Assist in the creation of the annual education budget and meeting budget goals; including but not limited to the pre-show tour, R+J4evr and Page to Stage and any other new tours developed.
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Work independently and with management to cultivate potential (and maintain current) relationships with foundations and corporations interested in funding education programs and/or outreach programs.
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Create, maintain, and submit all invoices pertaining to educational and outreach programming.
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Collect testimonials, surveys, and other materials in support of the educational programs in a timely manner.
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Seek possibilities and partnerships to expand the footprint of educational and outreach programming annually.
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Consult with management on all aspects of educational/outreach programming when necessary.
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Assist in the artistic planning for the mainstage show in relation to the function and inclusion of all educational programming, auditions, assigning performing/understudy roles within the apprentice company, etc.
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Assist with recruiting students or children to participate in volunteer roles in artistic programs.
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Assist with the execution of readings, benefits, and artistic projects.
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Create all education and outreach program materials such as flyers, apprentice application, apprentice handbook, apprentice forms, camp application forms, camp teacher's handbook, and other marketing materials.
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Work with management to keep the education page on SOS website up-to-date and current as well as outreach information.
The ideal candidate will possess:
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A desire to inspire and train the next generation of classical theater makers.
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The belief that Shakespeare is for everyone regardless of age, race, gender, and socio-economic background.
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Project management skills in working with schools and community partners and collaborating with classroom teachers, families, and administrators.
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Ability to be fiscally responsible in managing budgets, time sheets, receipts, and issuing invoices.
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Experience in Arts Administration, preferably a leadership/supervision position.
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Experience working with elementary, middle school, high school, and/or college students.
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Experience using Microsoft Office online programs (Outlook, Word, Excel) helpful.
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Experience with basic graphic design and marketing (creating social media posts, creating eblasts, creating flyers, writing copy) a plus.
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Directing, fight directing or stage management experience a plus.
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Maintain a self-motivated spirit with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or related field (or equivalent professional experience and knowledge of/skills in contemporary or classical theatre).
Salary: $30,000 Annually. Part-time
Submit cover letter and resume to Aaron Simms, Managing and Producing Director contatus@shakespeareonthesound.org
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Company Manager
The Company Manager (CM) is a principal member of the production staff and
reports directly to the Managing & Producing Director (MPD). The CM will begin work on or about May 12 and will finish no later than three days following the production’s closing (7/2/26).
MacBeth by William Shakespeare
Load in: June 1, 2026 or sometime thereafter.
Tech: June 5-9, 2026
Performances: June 10-28, 2026 at Pinkney Park in Rowayton, Connecticut.
Strike: June 29-July 1, 2026
Salary: $25/hr. Up to 40 hours per week. Travel reimbursed for work between NYC and Connecticut.
Responsibilities include:
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Manage the company email
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Maintain social media account for postings as needed.
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Maintain files on server as needed.
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Maintain company correspondence (post office, mailings)
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Make deposits and maintain company petty cash
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Maintain clean office and storage rooms
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Assist with eblasts, thank you’ s, records, permits, etc.
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Follow up with local businesses ads in our printed program for Shakespeare on the Sound’s summer production.
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Invoice and make follow up for ads and sponsorships using template and then verify payment with Bookkeeper and Managing Director.
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Deal with Box Office tickets until Box Office Manger comes on.
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Monitor phone duties until Box Office Manager comes on (June 10).
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Onboard and coordinate volunteer schedule for Merch Tent/Ice Cream.
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Oversee front of house operations: Box Office, House Management, and Merch Tent.
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Gather Payroll Documentation from Over hires and payroll processing.
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Arrange Travel/Transportation for Company.
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Assist with getting Fire Extinguishers Checked.
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Pick-up Gatorade/Water as needed for tech/run of show.
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Maintain company bathroom: Soap for bathrooms, check sunscreen/bug spray.
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Unlock/Lock up park bathroom, barn, field, church.
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Schedule and coordinate sponsor parties.
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Double check ice purchase for water coolers.
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Manage inventory for merch, ice cream, water.
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Support the Managing & Producing Director and Associate Artistic Director/Director of Education when necessary.
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Create small venue signs, as necessary.
Submit cover letter and resume to Aaron Simms, Managing and Producing Director at: aaron@shakespeareonthesound.org
Box Office Manager
Shakespeare on the Sound is looking to fill a Box Office Manager position for its summer production.
This is a part-time position, approximately 20 hours a week. Flexible schedule and most of the work can be done remotely.
The focus of this position's responsibilities is as follows:
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Leader of front-of-house activities, providing a positive customer experience and ensuring a safe and pleasant patron environment.
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Work collaboratively with House management in providing excellent customer service to patrons in all aspects of front of house management.
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Process ticket sales and donations, Send Settlement Reports for each performance.
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Oversee box office phone from June 9-June 28, 2026
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Coordinating with Production and Stage management for any front of house needs throughout the run as point person for company at performances and events.
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Assist and liase with House Manager in coordinating with volunteer ushers.
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Work in collaboration with all departments as needed for the overall success of special events/rentals.
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Overseeing the care and quality of the box office equipment and properties.
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Reporting to the Producer for any preproduction work before first performance, and during preview and performance period of the Play.
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Support the Managing & Producing Director and Associate Artistic Director/Director of Education when necessary
This seasonal position would begin June 9 through June 28. It requires organizational skills, attention to detail, good communication, and excellent customer service skills.
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Compensation: $1800 Fee. Please email a cover letter and resume to aaron@shakespeareonthesound.org
House Manager
Shakespeare on the Sound House Manager duties include overseeing all aspects of seating within Pinkney Park for the run of the show including (with the assistance of the box office manager) creation of the seating chart for each show.
Prior to each show, you will have created a seating chart for VIP reserved seating.
While in the park, the HM will set up the proper roping and chairs, and with the help of volunteers, make sure patrons sit in the appropriate areas.
During the show, you'll ensure the patrons are complying with the rules and assisting with any of their needs.
After the show, you will be in charge of cleaning and storing VIP chairs, ropes, and general park clean-up.
Schedule is Tuesday through Sunday, 3pm to the end of the performance around 9:30/10pm.
June 9,2026 - orientation & seating chart creation
June 10-28 (4pm-10pm, Tuesdays-Sundays)- run of show
Pay is a $1800 stipend, pro-rated.
Merch Tent Manager
The Merch Tent Manager will organize and run the merch tent for the run of the show.
The job will begin June 9, 2026 for training & in-park set-up.
The show will run June 10-28 (Tuesday-Sunday).
Merch Tent Manager will be in charge of the merch tent and ice cream sales. They will keep track of inventory, set up the tent in the park, run the sales for the merchandise and ice cream. They will have volunteers each night to use as needed.
They will arrive at the park at 5 and be ready for sales to start at 5:30. They will finish at about 8:45/9 after intermission.
Pay is an $800 stipend