Employment

Sound & A/V Manager & A/V

About the Position:

The Sound & A/V Manager is responsible for overseeing all sound-related aspects of theater productions, ensuring high-quality audio experiences for both performers and audiences. This role involves managing the sound design process, supervising sound technicians, interns, and volunteers, coordinating with directors and other production staff, and maintaining audio equipment. Additionally, the Sound & A/V Manager will have responsibilities related to video and camera systems, including show feed distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sound Design & Implementation:
   • Collaborate with directors, designers, and production teams to develop and implement sound designs that enhance the overall production.
   • Create and manage sound plots, cue sheets, and other documentation required for sound operation.
   • Program and operate sound consoles and related equipment during rehearsals and performances.
   • Guide & train student leaders for the implementation of Education programs in the Educational Theater
   • Help recruit professional Sound Designers from around the country throughout the season, providing leadership and support to each.
2. Team Supervision, Volunteer Coordination & Intern Mentorship:
   • Lead and supervise a team of sound technicians, engineers, interns, and volunteers within the sound department – all with varied experience and abilities.
   • Train, mentor, and provide guidance to interns, volunteers, and less experienced team members, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities.
   • Develop and implement educational opportunities for volunteers, student, and interns, including hands-on training, workshops, and feedback sessions to foster their professional growth in sound design and technical theater.
   • Assign tasks and responsibilities, and provide clear instructions to ensure all team members, including interns and volunteers, contribute effectively to the production.
   • Foster a collaborative and supportive working environment, encouraging skill development, creativity, and positive engagement among all team members.
   • Work to encourage passionate volunteer participation in the Sound Department through positive relationships, and by providing opportunities for personal accountability and ownership amongst students and volunteers.
3. Equipment Management:
   • Maintain and manage all sound equipment, including sound consoles, microphones, speakers, playback devices, and cabling.
   • Conduct regular checks, maintenance, and repairs of sound equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
   • Manage inventory and coordinate the rental or purchase of additional equipment as needed.
4. Video & Camera Systems Management:
   • Oversee the setup, operation, and maintenance of video and camera systems used in theater productions.
   • Coordinate with video designers and technicians to integrate video elements with live sound and stage action.
   • Manage video feed distribution, ensuring that live feeds are correctly routed to screens, projectors, and other display devices as required.
   • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to video and camera systems during rehearsals and performances.
   • Ensure that video and audio synchronization meets the artistic and technical requirements of the production.
5. Production Coordination:
   • Attend production meetings, technical rehearsals, and specified performances to ensure sound and video designs are executed as planned.
   • Collaborate with other departments, such as lighting, staging, and props, to ensure seamless integration of sound and video with other technical elements.
   • Adjust sound levels, video feeds, cues, and effects during rehearsals and performances as required.
6. Budget & Scheduling:
   • Manage the sound and video department budgets, including cost estimation, tracking expenses, and optimizing resources.
   • Develop and maintain sound and video schedules in coordination with the overall production timeline, ensuring all requirements are met on time.
7. Health & Safety:
   • Ensure all sound and video operations comply with health and safety regulations.
   • Implement best practices for hearing protection, video safety, and equipment management for performers, crew, and audience members.
8. Long-Term & Strategic Planning:
   • Participate in the theater’s strategic planning initiatives, contributing to long-term goals related to sound, video technology, and overall production quality.
   • Evaluate and recommend upgrades, acquisitions, and innovations in sound and video equipment and technologies to keep the theater at the forefront of technical excellence.
   • Collaborate with leadership and other department heads to align sound and video department goals with the theater’s mission, vision, and long-term objectives.
   • Develop and implement plans for expanding the sound and video department’s capabilities, including training programs, resource management, and new production techniques.
   • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the theater remains competitive and innovative in sound and video production.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Sound Manager or similar Sound role within theater production.
• Proficiency with sound equipment, including digital and analog sound consoles, playback software, and audio editing tools.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, audio signal flow, and sound reinforcement techniques.
• Experience with video and camera systems, including setup, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of video feed distribution and synchronization with live sound and stage action.
• Skills in Logic Pro, QLab, QSC Q-sys, Dante networking, Wavetool, Shure Wireless Workbench, Vectorworks, Clear-com Arcadia/Helixnet, Smaart DI, Yamaha Consoles, Meyer Galaxy processors, ListenEverywhere, Unity intercom, and NDI video.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in training, supervising, and working with volunteers and interns, including teaching and mentoring roles.
• Experience with long-term planning, budgeting, and strategic development within a theater or live production environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to the dynamic needs of live theater.
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in sound design, audio engineering, video technology, or a related field are preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on production schedules.
• Ability to lift and move sound and video equipment as required.
• Willingness to work in varied environments, including theaters, rehearsal spaces, and outdoor venues.

Compensation:

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, exempt

Starting at $55,000, but commensurate with Experience.

Medical, Dental, Vision  – 401K match  – PTO

TO APPLY:

Submit a resume and cover letter to:

Bryce Alexander
CEO & Executive Artistic Director
[email protected]

Part-Time Bartender & Front of House Associate 

Position Overview: The Naples Players is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Bartender & Front of House Associate to support our Food & Beverage (F&B) Management team. This role combines excellent bar knowledge and guest service skills, with responsibilities spanning both bartending and front-of-house operations. The ideal candidate will contribute to the smooth running of our F&B outlets, uphold hospitality standards, and assist our volunteers. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Bartending Duties: 

○ Manage food and beverage operations during performances at assigned bar locations. 
○ Provide leadership and support to volunteers, ensuring efficient service and adherence to standards. 
○ Mix and serve drinks, ensuring all beverages are prepared according to company standards. 
○ Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and function areas. 
○ Conduct daily beverage stock takes and manage inventory efficiently.
○ Implement health and safety procedures and maintain compliance with all regulations. 

• Front of House Responsibilities: 

○ Promote and sell tickets and season packages while providing excellent customer service. 
○ Assist patrons, donors, and volunteers, ensuring a positive experience.
○ Handle customer inquiries and assess needs to make recommendations.
○ Support evening House Management and Concessions shifts as needed. 

Requirements: 

• Proven experience as a bartender with relevant training certification. 
• Strong customer service background and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment. 
• Knowledge of wine, beer, liquor, and mixing techniques. 
• Prior experience in Tessitura or the theater/arts industry is a plus. 
• Must be available for flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends. 

Work Schedule: Approx. 25-35 hours per week, with a starting rate of $18/hr. Please submit your application to BOTH [email protected] and [email protected] for consideration. CV and cover letter preferred. 

This position offers a unique opportunity to be an integral part of The Naples Players Front of House, supporting our mission while engaging with our community.

Part-Time Inclusive Arts Teacher

The Naples Players are seeking qualified artists and educators to join our Arts Access team as an Inclusive Arts Teacher. An Inclusive Arts Teacher will be responsible for facilitating performing arts experiences to classrooms that have one or more exceptional students. Inclusive Arts Teachers work at all grade levels and in all subjects, though most will specialize in specific grades and topics based on experience. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of an Inclusive Arts Teacher requires management of day-to-day class activities, collaborating with co-teachers, managing the education plans of students who require varying levels of additional support, and planning activities that emphasize inclusion and integration. You will also be responsible for documentation efforts and individualized progress tracking, attending meetings with parents, and assisting each student in attaining their educational goals. Flexibility and creativity are particularly helpful for this role.

Through our year-round Arts Access and Education programming, we engage students of all ages and abilities in multiple theatrical disciplines in our performing arts classes. We offer online classes, in-house classes such as Musical Theatre and Improv skills-based showcase classes, production classes, Dance Classes, On-site classes with Community Partners, and much more.

We are currently hiring part-time contracted teachers to facilitate Inclusive programming, which are separated into the following age groups:

• Kindergarten (Ages 4-6)
• Intro to Inclusive Improv (Ages 8-12)
• Advanced Inclusive Improv (Ages 12+)
• Inclusive Dance (Ages 12+)
• Inclusive Musical Theatre (Ages 12+)
• Musical Theatre with STARability (Ages 18+)
• Musical Theatre Online with STARability (Ages 18+)
• Improv Online with STARability (Ages 18+)

Candidates should have practical arts knowledge with the desire to share their skills for the benefit of students and increasing access to the arts in the community. We are especially interested in educators with experience in interdisciplinary theatrical arts, such as Acting, Directing, Improv, Musical Theatre, Dance/Choreography, and Music Direction.

Current partners include, but are not limited to:

• Collier County Public Schools
• STARability
• Easter Seals of South Florida
• Alzheimer’s Support Network
• The Learning Room
• NCH Project Search

Ideal candidates should be/have…

• Experience participating in and facilitating an artistic discipline with students living with ASD, IDD, or other neurological/emotional/developmental disabilities
• Document efforts and track the progress of each student, and make suggestions for ways to help each student attain their educational goals.
• Passion for cultivating community and access to the arts through educational experiences for students of varied ages and backgrounds
• Professional experience teaching populations between the ages of 2-18 and/or adults; comfortable leading and holding space for a class of up to 16 students
• Ability to adapt to a variety of classroom settings and student populations
• Ability to effectively assess needs and problems objectively
• Must have the ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move, and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with 2-3 person lift). Position can require some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior.

Other desirable skills include:

• Bilingual Spanish/English Speakers
• Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s (preference in Education, Special Education, or other appropriate discipline)
• Trained to work with inclusive students, or those who have a disability but are still capable of functioning in a general education classroom alongside students who do not have special needs
• Experience in diverse theatrical modalities (Intimacy, Viewpoints, Laban, Circus, Mask, Puppetry)
• If a Music Director, experience accompanying students/groups on piano.
• Training and experience in DEI, Trauma Informed/Trauma Responsive Classrooms, Healing Centered Engagement, and other responsive mediums.

Schedule and pay:

Schedule and hours are determined by type of class and age group; typically classes are 1-2 hours – both during the day, Mon-Fri. and early evenings.

Starting Rate: $20-35/hr, increasing based on experience

TO APPLY:

Submit a resume and cover letter to:

Summer Pliskow
Director of Arts Access and Applied Theatre
[email protected]

Artistic Director – Theatre

About the Position:

The Artistic Director will lead the implementation of TNP’s artistic vision, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and values. Reporting to the CEO/Executive Artistic Director, the Artistic Director will forge strong relationships with artists, donors, audiences, and community stakeholders. With deep experience and passion for musical theater, classical works, and contemporary work they will provide strategic leadership in season planning, will coordinate artistic and educational programming, and lead the selection of creative teams. By fostering a transparent, collaborative, and strategic-driven decision-making process, the Artistic Director will ensure that TNP’s productions and programs reflect the highest artistic standards while advancing the organization’s goals and growth.

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist the CEO in Implementing TNP’s artistic vision through curating seasons of exciting and diverse productions, in alignment with the organization’s mission, values, strategic vision, and business plan.
• Engage and collaborate with artists to conceptualize, develop, and execute productions and other programming.
• Partner with directors on casting, forming a creative team, hiring designers, and overseeing the design process for physical productions.
• Collaborate with playwrights, directors, designers, and other artists to effectively implement their vision and create original works, new adaptations, and revivals that challenge and engage audiences.
• Champion diverse voices and stories that reflect the community, promoting equity, diversity, inclusion, and access in all artistic decisions.
• Implement the culture and tone for each production process, ensuring that the process remains aligned with TNP’s values.
• Identify and mentor emerging artists, fostering new talent and creating opportunities for creative collaborations.
• Provide feedback to lead artists, and synthesize internal and external feedback
• Advocate for TNP’s role as a cultural leader, representing the organization as a public spokesperson at conferences and community events, while building relationships that foster ongoing support and engagement.
• Embrace Other Community and Audience Engagement responsibilities, as needed.

• Foster a creative, inclusive, and supportive organizational culture, where people from all backgrounds are welcomed and treated fairly.
• Serve as an active participant in fundraising efforts, collaborating with the development staff to cultivate relationships with major donors, foundations, and sponsors.
• Guide the production process, resolving any production issues, in collaboration with the CEO.
• Build relationships with the volunteer performers to encourage their growth and ensure high-quality performances. 
• Engage with local directors to build competencies in the local community.

Traits and Characteristics

The Artistic Director will be a dynamic and inspiring visionary, who is able to creatively solve problems and galvanize others to realize the artistic vision of each production. As a proactive communicator, they will be skilled in advanced planning and delegating, collaborating effectively with individuals and teams from all backgrounds.

Other key competencies include:

• Leadership – The ability to organize and influence people to believe in a vision while creating a sense of purpose and direction.
• Personal Accountability – The capacity to be answerable for personal actions while effectively communicating, building rapport, and relating well to all kinds of people.
• Resiliency – The dexterity to effectively and tactfully handle difficult or sensitive issues while quickly recovering from adversity.
• Educator – The ideal candidate will be driven by the power of working with community artists, and will understand the power of utilizing local performers to showcase the artistic strengths of the local community. 

Qualifications

The Artistic Director will have a significant body of work, either as a producer and/or director. They will have experience in fundraising and donor cultivation. They will demonstrate a knowledge of major classic and contemporary playwrights. Experience in maintaining large budgets, ideally six figures or higher, is preferred. A commitment to championing and implementing equitable, inclusive, and diverse programs and collaborations is critical. No specific number of years of experience or specific educational credentials are required.

Working Conditions:

• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on production schedules.
• Ability to lift and move sound and video equipment as required.
• Willingness to work in varied environments, including theaters, rehearsal spaces, and outdoor venues.

Compensation:

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, exempt

Starting at $85,000, but commensurate with Experience.

Medical, Dental, Vision  – 401K match  – PTO

TO APPLY:

Submit a resume and cover letter to:

Bryce Alexander
CEO & Executive Artistic Director
[email protected]