Opportunities
Sierra Madre Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and intimate performing arts venue that provides opportunities in various areas. See below for opportunities we are currently offering.For actor audition opportunites, please see our auditions page.
Educational Programming Coordinator
BA required. Experience working with young people. Love of theatre. Working knowledge of CA Arts Standards for Theatre, Social Emotional Learning competencies, and curriculum planning.
Program Management:
Manage Theater for Young Audiences field trip program, serving 3,000 students annually:
- Design curriculum and write script for preshow lessons
- Oversee development of digital study guides
- Manage registration software, database of schools, and teacher communications
- Coordinate with bookkeeper to track payments and send invoices
- Hire, train, and supervise teaching artists for in-school workshops
- Host pre- and post-show segments for K-12 student groups
- Plan related community events
- Participate in discussions regarding selection of future TYA productions
Direct Teen Council program:
- Create SEL-focused curriculum
- Plan and lead monthly meetings
- Coordinate panels and workshops with theatre professionals
- Communicate with students and parents
- Collect and store applicable release forms and related paperwork
Coordinate SMP’s participation in TeenTix LA’s reduced ticket program
Conduct surveys and evaluate programs
Provide regular reports to SMP management and board
Additionally:
Attend weekly management team meetings
Represent SMP at regular meetings concerning ongoing or future educational initiatives, specifically with the Pasadena Cultural Partners and PUSD Community Arts Team
Market via brochures, mail, email, and social media SMP’s education programs
Participate in editorial decisions about educational programming content on SMP’s website and social media platforms
Proofread all outgoing materials for educational programming
Develop special projects and collaborations such as STEAM week at Sierra Madre Elementary School and case studies for Cal Poly business students
Assist with relevant grant applications and shape related fundraising campaigns
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