REDCAT, the Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater seeks an as-needed Assistant House Manager for its 180–270 seat performance space in downtown Los Angeles, a part of the Walt Disney Concert Hall. REDCAT is a multidisciplinary arts center that presents influential artists who create contemporary works in the performing, visual, and media arts. The Lounge at REDCAT is a full-service bar. We are open to the public but cater to events in the theater and gallery.

REDCAT is an initiative of the California Institute of the Arts, which offers programs leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and undergraduate and advanced certificates in art, critical studies, dance, film/video, music, and theater.

The Assistant House Manager reports to the Front of House Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

●      Preparing the lobby space before performances. Maintaining the appearance of the lobby and all public areas; communicating with maintenance and security as necessary to ensure a clean and safe environment.

●      Training and supervising volunteer ushers in scanning tickets and distributing programs

●      Printing and distributing program notes for performances

●      Familiarization with all emergency protocols and providing leadership in emergency situations, including fire alarms and natural disasters.

●      Coordinating performance timelines with stage management, including house opening, intermission, and post-show talks.

●      Ensuring all necessary signage is in place for performances i.e., performance information, content warnings, and information about post-show talkbacks.

●      Assisting patrons with accommodation needs.

●      Completing and distributing house reports for each performance.

●      Ensuring all lights are turned off and doors are locked after each theater event.

Requirements:

●      Customer service and people skills

●      Ability to work in a sometimes fast-paced environment

●      Ability to be productive in an unsupervised situation

●      Attention to accuracy and detail with multi-tasking abilities

●      Previous live performance experience, House Management experience preferred

●      Willingness and availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

This Casual Hire position is available immediately. If interested, please send your availability and relevant experience to REDCAT’s Front of House Manager at noppenheim@calarts.edu.

CalArts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REDCAT is looking for ushers! If you love contemporary and performance art and want a chance to catch REDCAT’s incredible programming for free, join our team of volunteers!

Volunteers receive tickets to performances in exchange for ushering and/or assisting in pre- and post-production tasks. Please email hmredcat@calarts.edu to be added to the list! 

* Ushers must be 18 or older.