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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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Associate Production Manager

Associate Production Manager 

Salary range $55,000-$60,000

 

Please apply to asolo_human_resources@asolo.org with resume and cover letter

 

General Summary:

Asolo Rep (LORT B) Florida’s premier professional theatre and one of the most important

cultural forces in the Southeastern US is seeking to fill its Associate Production Manager

Position. The Associate Production Manager works on all aspects of production management in a proactive manner to ensure smooth operation of technical operations for the company. This is a full-time exempt year round staff position which requires candidate be a resident of

the community. Relocation assistance may be available.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Manage production process for each assigned projects, outside jobs and rentals

 

  • Facilitate the flow of information and alignment of activity among production departments, and between production staff, design teams, directors, stage managers, and departments

 

  • Maintain the season production calendar with rehearsals, performances, and all related tech dates.

 

  • Prepare for and coordinate production meetings by providing all participants with necessary materials, contact information and opportunities for preliminary consultations.
  • Work with Artistic Associate to organize opportunities for PAD to meet (zoom or in person) creative team members
  • Assist in hiring and contracting designers, programmers, and assistants.
  • Manage and contribute to creation of production budgets. Work with production and design teams to arrive at artistic execution that aligns with project budgets, available resources, and organization values. Maintain budget projections
  • Assist in hiring and supervisory support of all Production staff.
  • Collaborate with all departments and assist all staff  as necessary
  • Attend production meetings, staff meetings, other meetings as needed.
  • Take on other responsibilities as appropriate or as assigned by the Director of Production.

 

Job Requirements - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years working knowledge of all technical aspects of theatrical production.
  • Ability to serve as an initiative-taking facilitator, problem solver and analytical thinker.
  • Ability to respond to changing circumstances quickly and with a positive attitude
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of LORT, AEA, IATSE and USA union agreements.
  • Deep commitment to theatre and desire for its success.
  • Flexibility to a work schedule that will include long work weeks, evening/weekends typically required during tech/previews and for assigned projects.

 

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

  • Education in production management, stage management, technical direction, or related field preferred.
  • Experience in professional theatre production management process.
  • Working knowledge of all areas of production.
     

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.

Wardrobe Supervisor

Position: Wardrobe Supervisor

Department: Production – Wardrobe & Wigs

Reports To:  Costume Shop Manager

Classification:    Salary Non-Exempt         Range of $20- $25/ hr Full Time Seasonal

Date Prepared:  3/13/25                                           

General Summary: The Wardrobe Supervisor is a department head level position that oversees all Wardrobe Dressers and Wig Assistants and will work directly with Production Management, Stage Management, Costume Shop Managers, and Designers to facilitate and manage all costume, wardrobe, wig, hair, and makeup needs for the run of all Asolo productions.

 

Please apply with cover letter, resume and references to Asolo_human_resources@asolo.org

 

Positions Supervised: 

  • Lead Dresser
  • Asst. Wig Master
  • Wardrobe Crew
  • Wig Crew

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Familiarize yourself with the show's specific designs, pieces, and needs in both the wardrobe and wigs departments.
  • Coordinate with Director of Production, designers, shop heads, and stage management, to establish a clear line of communication regarding the wardrobe needs of the show.
  • Generate and maintain wardrobe paperwork for the run of the show. Including, but not limited to, wardrobe running tracks and presets.
  • Supervise and have a working knowledge of all crew tracks backstage to facilitate any sub-ins for crew replacements and being prepared to assist or run any track as needed backstage.
  • Supervise and assist in the maintenance of the wardrobe pieces and wigs, serving as a liaison with the costume shop for larger repairs and needs.
  • Facilitate the laundering and dry-cleaning of all wardrobe and wigs pieces.
  • Facilitate load-in and strike for each production.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Possess good sewing skills along with understanding of garment construction, and knowledge of millinery, crafts, and wig maintenance required.
  • Have a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
  • Ability to respond to changing circumstances quickly and with a positive attitude, developing creative and practical solutions to problems as they arise.
  • Commitment to equitable and safe working practices.
  • Flexibility in working schedules which may require ability to work long work weeks, including evenings and weekends.
  • Demonstrate high organizational skills, promptness, and self-motivation, with the ability to adhere to deadlines and multi-task in a fast-paced working environment.

 

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

  • Experience working in a theatrical costume shop, wardrobe department, wardrobe management, or equivalent technical experience.
  • Experience working backstage in a theatrical environment.
  • Experience in managing a team of varying sizes.
  • Experience working with IATSE and AEA preferred.