Job Opportunities
A.D. Players is always looking for talented and dedicated individuals with a passion for promoting the arts in a Christian environment.
Scenic Carpenter
POSITION SUMMARY: The Scenic Carpenter is a member of the production team dedicated to building scenic items and making the production run efficiently within the resources provided. This position focuses on the building and assembling of scenic items utilizing a variety of materials for A. D. Players productions. Carpenters work primarily in our heated and air-conditioned scene shop to produce sets for our 5 mainstage, 2 Theater for Young Audiences/Touring shows, and special events. Carpenters also assist with the load-in and strike of the main stage shows, organization of storage areas, and the maintenance of theatre and shop equipment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work with Assistant Technical Directors, Shop Foreman, and other scene shop personnel to create (build and paint), install, maintain, and breakdown scenic elements supporting the director and scenic designer’s vision for each production
Read and interprets shop drawings
Fabricate and installs high quality scenic elements
Work independently on specific projects given drafting, drawings or instructions
Assist in the maintenance of the building and equipment as time allows
Participate in “Full Company” projects, work calls, meetings and events as required
Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional experience in basic carpentry, soft goods
Proficiency working with power tools
Ability to read and interpret construction and design drawings
Attention to detail and accuracy of work
Experience in professional technical theater is preferred
Optimism, sense of humor, creativity, problem solving abilities, and the ability to work under time constraints with artistic people and overhire as well as working on projects alone
Team player with outstanding problem-solving abilities, time management skills, diplomacy, and communication
Ability to work with a large variety of materials (wood, foams, plastics, plaster, metals etc.) Any experience working with these materials is desired
Experience in minor electrics, mechanics and/or rigging is helpful
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Two years of construction experience.
Two years of practical theater experience.
Experience with power tools.
Knowledge of proper shop safety procedures.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
At least two years of college education or equivalent theater experience.
Knowledge of house fly systems.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with shop foreman to oversee any over higher.
Work with shop foreman to keep the scenic build on schedule.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Mobility: ability to stand, bend, crawl, reach, carry, climb ladders, stairs.
Safely lifting loads of 50 pounds by oneself, lifting 100-200 pounds with two or three
people.
Ability to use standard power tools used in construction
Visual acuity to distinguish color, texture, and patterns
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Have the capability to arrive at work on time. At times employee may need to drive to offsite facilities.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Please email A letter of interest and a resume to hiring@adplayers.org
Box Office Associate
POSITION SUMMARY: A.D. Players, located in the Galleria-Uptown District of Houston, has an exciting opportunity for a candidate with strong customer service and sales experience to join its team as an Hourly Part-time Box Office Associate. Reporting to the Box Office Manager, the part-time position will perform the duties of a Box Office Associate. Candidates should possess excellent multi-tasking, communication, and organizational skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Box Office Associate will work a combined schedule of daytime, evening and weekend hours pending the needs of the Department and/or Production schedule.
Duties will include:
Sell tickets (Regular and Season) and process payments via phone and in-person for events held at The George Theater.
Staff the Box Office will-call during performances.
Provide information to customers including but not limited to, production and pricing information, directions, parking and information regarding the general Galleria area amenities.
Assist in calling various individuals and organizations as requested by Marketing Department.
Stocking, and performing inventory of all merchandise, including the fulfillment of online orders.
Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Motivated, pro-active and self-directed
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel)
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Previous Box Office experience.
Knowledge of theater.
Experience with ticketing software.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment; open concept cubicles.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Reliable transportation.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Please email A letter of interest and a resume to mailto:hiring@adplayers.org?
Seasonal technician overhire
AD Players are looking to add new hardworking and motivated people to our pool of over-hires. We are looking for carpenters, props artists, scenic artists and general laborers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Work with Assistant Technical Directors, Shop Foreman, and other scene shop personnel to create (build and paint), install, maintain, and breakdown scenic elements supporting the director and scenic designer’s vision for each production
Read and interprets shop drawings
Fabricate and installs high quality scenic elements
Work independently on specific projects given drafting, drawings or instructions
Assist in the maintenance of the building and equipment as time allows
Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional experience in basic carpentry, soft goods
Proficiency working with power tools
Ability to read and interpret construction and design drawings
Attention to detail and accuracy of work
Experience in professional technical theater is preferred
Optimism, sense of humor, creativity, problem solving abilities, and the ability to work under time constraints with artistic people and overhire as well as working on projects alone
Team player with outstanding problem-solving abilities, time management skills, diplomacy, and communication
Ability to work with a large variety of materials (wood, foams, plastics, plaster, metals etc.) Any experience working with these materials is desired
Experience in minor electrics, mechanics and/or rigging is helpful
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Two years of construction experience.
Two years of practical theater experience.
Experience with power tools.
Knowledge of proper shop safety procedures.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
At least two years of college education or equivalent theater experience.
Knowledge of house fly systems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
A.D. Players is a high-energy organization with a demanding mission. Employees will sometimes experience heavy workloads under very tight timelines. In addition, occasional work may be required outside of normal business hours, including some evenings and weekends to support programming, performances, and other A.D. Players initiatives.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Mobility: ability to stand, bend, crawl, reach, carry, climb ladders, stairs.
• Safely lifting loads of 50 pounds by oneself, lifting 100-200 pounds with two or three people.
• Ability to use standard power tools used in construction
• Visual acuity to distinguish color, texture, and patterns
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Have the capability to arrive at work on time. At times employee may need to drive to offsite facilities.
ALL INQUIRIES SHOULD GO TO CHAD@ADPLAYERS.ORG
If you are interested in auditioning, please check the audition page. If you would like to reach out for more information about future opportunities, please contact hr@adplayers.org