Employment and Auditions

ARTISTIC PRODUCER – South Coast Repertory (SCR) is seeking an Artistic Producer (AP) to act as the lead producer for 5-7 mainstage and second stage productions. In collaboration with the Artistic Director and Director of The Lab@SCR, the AP is integral to the season programming, artist selection, new play development, and actualizing productions. The AP serves as a pillar of the Artistic department with shared supervisory responsibility for the Artistic Coordinator and acts as an interdepartmental hub, communicating across all levels of the organization. As a key leader working with the creative teams, inside the rehearsal room, and across the organization, the AP upholds SCR’s mission, strategic goals, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging core values through their commitment to artistic excellence, fiscal responsibility, respect for all stakeholders, and community engagement. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR – South Coast Repertory (SCR) is seeking an Executive Assistant (EA) to oversee the administrative needs of the Artistic Director and support a joyful and vigorous Artistic staff. This position supports the AD through calendar management, travel coordination, and assisting with the department’s clerical operations. A great fit for this role means you enjoy building and refining internal processes to achieve a smooth workflow. The EA supports SCR’s mission, strategic goals, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging core values through their commitment to improving operational efficiencies, building effective communication practices, and providing greater access and transparency to the Artistic Director for SCR staff and the community. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.

Our seasonal programming includes LORT B (mainstage), LORT D (second stage), and TYA contracts, as well as workshops and staged readings. SCR casts actors who are members of Actors Equity Association with some exceptions pending cast size. Non-union talent if often cast by actors in our local community as well as former and current students of SCR's Acting Intensive Program. Current LORT-AEA & TYA Actor weekly salaries range from $595-$1,100 for our stages. Interested artists can submit their headshots and resumes by email to the casting office. SCR is a proud equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER – South Coast Repertory (SCR) is seeking a Major Gifts Officer (MGO) to join our six-person Development team. This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding relationships with mid-level donors and corporate partners. This frontline officer oversees a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and corporate sponsors, ensuring personalized engagement strategies to drive philanthropic support for SCR’s annual $3.3 million Annual Fund. The MGO supports SCR’s mission, strategic goals, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging core values through their commitment to strengthening donor relations, devising creative solutions for new donor cultivation, and championing SCR’s artistic endeavors with the community. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.

COSTUME SUPERVISOR – South Coast Repertory is seeking a Costume Supervisor to oversee operations of the Costume Shop and Wardrobe departments. The Costume Supervisor project manages the relevant needs for SCR’s 8-show season, conservatory productions, and special events. This role leads and motivates a team of full-time and overhire stitchers, cutters/drapers, first hands, design assistants, the wardrobe supervisor, and dressers. A great fit for this role means you enjoy collaborating with a diverse team of designers and creative problem-solving in a fast-paced, artistic environment. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.

WIG, HAIR, & MAKEUP TECHNICIAN – South Coast Repertory is seeking a Wig, Hair, and Makeup Technician to support the Wig, Hair, and Makeup Supervisor. This role is to serve as the lead wig and makeup run crew and maintenance operations for our 8-show season, conservatory productions, and special events. This position also assists with the building and upkeeping of wigs and Wig Shop organization. A great fit for this role means you enjoy building supportive relationships with regularly changing casts and production teams, as well as being a hands-on technician backstage. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.

SCENIC ARTIST OVERHIRE – South Coast Repertory is seeking experienced Scenic Artists to join our overhire pool for our 25/26 season. These positions require a range of skills: layout, color matching and mixing, cartooning, sculpting, faux finishes, detail painting techniques, and experience with spray equipment. Fine art background and experience working in a fast paced shop environment are a plus. Overhires are hired on a project to project basis, $20/hr. SCR is a proud equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please email your resume to [email protected]. No phone calls please.

WIG, HAIR, & MAKEUP TECHNICIANS – South Coast Repertory is continuously accepting applications for Wig, Hair, & Makeup Technician crew members to help run our shows. General requirements include backstage experience, hair styling skills, makeup application skills, reliability, and strong people skills. Wig & facial hair experience is a plus, but we’re happy to teach necessary skills as needed. Wig, Hair, & Makeup Technicians are hired on a show-to-show basis with typical shows running 4-5 weeks and occasional sub coverage. Pay is $20/hr plus paid parking. To be considered, please email your resume to [email protected]. SCR is a proud equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity, and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

PROP ARTISAN OVERHIRE – South Coast Repertory is continuously accepting experienced Prop Artisans to join our overhire pool. Desired skills include (but not limited too): carpentry, craft skills, furniture building and restoration, upholstery, stitching, painting, metal working, and welding. General requirements include applicable training or equivalent professional experience in the field, being comfortable working at heights, ability to lift 50 pounds, with strong communication and collaborative skills. Fine art background and experience working in a fast paced shop environment are a plus. Overhires are hired on a project to project basis, starting at $20/0hr (depending on experience). SCR is a proud equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please email your resume to [email protected]. No phone calls please.

COSTUME SHOP OVERHIRES – The costume shop is continuously accepting applications for multiple roles. These part-time, temporary positions are filled on a show to show basis, which can vary from two to eight week engagements. Please note housing is not provided for these roles. The pay ranges for each position are listed below and are based on experience. To be considered, please email your resume to [email protected]. SCR is a proud equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Stitcher: $18.00 – $19.00 hourly
• First Hand: $19.00 – $20.00 hourly
• Cutter/Draper: $20.00 – $24.00 hourly
• Tailor: $25.00 – $28.00 hourly
• Crafts: $18.00 – $22.00 hourly

TICKET SERVICES DIRECTOR – South Coast Repertory (SCR) is seeking a Ticket Services Director to lead the Box Office team, which includes two full-time Associate Ticket Services Directors, part-time Ticket Services Leads, and Representatives. This position is integral for stewarding relationships and fostering loyalty with SCR’s patrons through engaging with ticket buyers and building a culture of exceptional quality customer service. Through SCR’s integrated database, Tessitura, the Ticket Services Director plays a key role in the customer research and data analysis functions that inform subscription and single ticket campaigns. As a SCR Tessitura super-user, this role also works interdepartmentally to spread awareness of the database’s customer relationship management features, provide training and support, and assist with data gathering solutions. Full position description, pay range, and application instructions may be found here.