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Executive Director


Our Board of Directors is seeking an experienced executive director to lead this extraordinary volunteer-powered theater into the next decade. 
 
The search was prompted by the recently announced retirement of Executive Director Anne Hunter, who will be stepping down June 30 after deftly leading this $1.1 million nonprofit through the pandemic. Hunter plans to stay in the area and join the ranks of Live Arts’ 1,200-strong volunteer corps.
 
Under the direction of the Board, the executive director is responsible for the overall success and viability of the theater. Leading a team of 11 full-time and part-time employees, the executive director is charged with the day-to-day management of the organization, advancing its mission and vision, ensuring its long-term fiscal health, and executing the priorities in its strategic plan. The executive director works closely with Artistic Director Susan E. Evans, who oversees the creative and production aspects of the organization and reports to the executive director. A complete position description is available here
 
This is a full-time, on-site position which offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Interested applicants should send a current resume and cover letter to jobs@livearts.org. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. 

Executive Director

Paid Position (Salary)

Office Manager

Live Arts is seeking an office manager to support our 34-year legacy of producing high-quality, volunteer-powered theater in downtown Charlottesville. This is a half-time position that reports directly to the executive director and works closely with the production & volunteer manager.


Required Qualifications:

Expertise in Quickbooks and experience with CRM systems.

•Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed.


Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Executive Director Anne Hunter at anne@livearts.org by April 5, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with an ideal start date of June 15, 2024.

Office Manager

Paid Position (Salary)

Production & Volunteer Manager

Live Arts is seeking an experienced production & volunteer manager to advance our 33-year legacy of producing high-quality, volunteer-powered theater in downtown Charlottesville. This is a full-time position that performs two separate but related roles for this beloved community theater. The position reports directly to the artistic director.


The Production Manager works with designers, the technical crew, and the administrative team to make sure the technical elements of a show are completed safely, on time, and on budget. The production manager plays a central role in the production process, facilitating it in the same way a stage manager facilitates the rehearsal and performance process.


The Volunteer Manager recruits and engages the volunteer actors, production teams, and interns to power our theater.

Production & Volunteer Manager

Paid Position (Salary)

Janitor

Live Arts is seeking a contract janitor to take care of our four-story theater building and carry out cleaning and maintenance duties. Those duties include cleaning floors, sanitizing restroom facilities, and collecting trash to ensure that the building’s three nonprofit tenants have a clean, inviting space to work. Hours vary based on activity in the building, estimated at 12-15/week. Compensation is $14-16/hour, based on experience. 

Send an email expressing interest and qualifications to ​anne@livearts.org

Live Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Janitor

Paid Position (Hourly)

House Managers

We are looking for energetic individuals to join our Front of House team as House Managers for the 2023/24 Expectations Season!

This season includes four plays, a musical, and a new works festival. Performances for each production are split up between a team of 4-6 house managers, who work with Audience Experience Manager Darryl Smith to perform duties including concessions management, usher training and staffing, emergency management, and building security.

House Manager

Paid Position (Stipend)

Live Arts internships are great for college students, high school students, or those looking for a transitional position. The focus can be administration or production. Interns work anywhere from 5 to 15 hours per week, with negotiable scheduling.Interns are not paid, but they receive complimentary tickets to Live Arts shows and events and one free class per semester. Please reach out to Education Director Ti Ames at ti@livearts.org if interested!

Live Arts Intern

Volunteer

Each year, Live Arts offers all kinds of educational programming for children, teens, and adults. We work with local teaching artists to provide these enriching experiences through classes, workshops, and summer camps. We are always looking to add new artists and opportunities to our roster. If this sounds like a good fit for your skills and experience, please reach out to Education Director Ti Ames at ti@livearts.org!

Teaching Artist

Paid position (stipend)

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