Job Opportunities

Gateway Playhouse is currently seeking resume submissions from qualified individuals in the following areas. The 2010 season runs from approximately mid-April to early October. Partial season contracts are available for some positions. Interviews will be scheduled during the next few months.

PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO THE APPROPRIATE DEPARTMENT HEADS, LISTED BELOW.

On-campus Housing is provided unless otherwise noted. We do also hire local experienced technicians and backstage staff. Salary commensurate with experience.

If you are looking for audition information, please go here.

Staff

Please email resumes to the Artistic Director for these artistic positions:

  • director
  • choreographer
  • musical director
  • children's theatre director
  • acting teacher

Press Representative

Seeking an energetic individual well versed in theater to help promote our Summer Season. This person should have excellent written and verbal skills. Position will entail writing press releases and PLAYBILL articles that encompass different aspects of the productions and the producing end of the theater. This individual will be the point person with our Newspaper, Radio and Television contacts in regards to writing up and reviewing our season shows. This position is part time. Local hire preferred, however housing may be available. Interested parties should contact: artsoffice@gatewayplayhouse.com

Associate Casting/Artistic Director

Seeking talented and driven individual to provide support and skills to Artistic Director, Robin Joy Allan in all creative endeavors at Gateway. This position provides excellent experience for a future in casting as well as Arts Management. As Casting Associate, you will assist in the preparation and execution of professional auditions in NYC and Long Island throughout the summer (working directly with agents and actors to schedule meetings, provide sides, etc.). You will also assist with Artistic Director responsibilities: liaison with creative staff and management on the execution and production of all shows, sets and costumes, direction and music. You will assist on the design and execution of all advertising matter and published materials including posters, brochures, ads and playbill. This individual will also provide vital management support to the Gateway Acting School. Must possess an easy flexible attitude and an ability to multi task at an extraordinary rate. Someone with experience in casting or working in a production office is eagerly sought. Computer skills and a good memory are absolutely imperative. Writing skills are also a great asset for this position. Housing in Bellport may be provided if you are not local. Send cover letter and resume for these positions to the Artistic Director via e-mail: robin@gatewayplayhouse.com or fax (631-286-5806). Position for 2010 has been filled. may be seeking someone for extra assistance mid-summer. Please submit for future opportunities.

Ticket Services Representatives

Seeking courteous and professional customer service oriented individuals to work as seasonal part-time box office representatives. Work in a fun and flexible environment dealing directly with the public. Must possess strong customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional phone manner. Experience with computers and the arts preferred. Box office knowledge a plus! Housing is NOT Provided. Send cover letter and resume for these positions to Jeff Bellante, Associate Producer, via e-mail: jeff@gatewayplayhouse.com or fax (631-286-5806).

Acting School

ACTING TEACHER 

With sessions running all year long, we are always updating our files with the resumes of interesting individuals skilled in theater, with an affinity for conveying inspiration to our young students. Candidates should hold degrees in Theater and have experience working with kids of all ages in a theater/acting related setting.  A strong passion for teaching kids is crucial, as is a positive attitude, plenty of energy, and a desire to contribute to a unique learning environment unlike any other acting program in the area.  The ideal candidate will be able to provide students with a constructive classroom atmosphere, where they will feel inspired to create and learn.  This individual should have an innovative approach to teaching, drawing from various methods so students can be introduced to a variety of techniques.  Because no two classes are ever the same, this person should be flexible enough to modify their approach depending on the energy in the classroom.  We want our students to be challenged and to feel that their experience has provided them with a valuable skill set.  Our teachers must be well organized and be willing to do some work outside of class time in order to come to each class prepared.  Housing for this position is NOT provided.  Send cover letter and resume for this position to the Artistic Director via email: artsoffice@gatewayplayhouse.com

Please email resumes to the Artistic Director for these artistic positions:

  • director
  • choreographer
  • musical director
  • children's theatre director
  • acting teacher

            .  associate artistic director/casting director

Musicians

Musicians should send their resumes to our Musical Contractor, Jeff Hoffman.

Technical and General Property Staff

We are currently accepting resumes for the following technical positions:

  • Assistant Production Manager
  • Assistant Set Rentals Manager
  • AEA Stage Manager
  • ASM
  • Master Electrician
  • Sound Engineer
  • Wardrobe/Wigs Assistant
  • General Technicians - Carpentry, Props, Scenic Painting, and/or Electrics
  • Overhire - Carpentry, Props, Scenic Painting, and/or Electrics
  • Front of House Staff/Car Parkers/Concessions
  • Property General Maintenance and Groundskeeping (not landscaping)

           

Send cover letter and resume to Human Resource Department via e-mail: hr@gatewayplayhouse.com or fax (631-286-5806).