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Ogunquit Playhouse is seeking an Annual Fund Manager for its Advancement team. Ogunquit Playhouse is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing the highest quality musical theatre, with the best talent in the industry.

The Annual Fund Manager oversees and delivers Annual Fund fundraising initiatives including Membership, Direct Response, Donor Engagement, Member Events, and Benefits Fulfillment. They are responsible for fundraising $500,000 annually towards the Annual Fund. This position works closely with the Director of Advancement and Campaign Fundraising to stay informed on all other campaigns to ensure that there is clear and consistent messaging with all donors, and that the same donor is not receiving multiple solicitations. They handle day-to-day supervision of the Advancement staff, though the Advancement staff also work one-on-one with and have monthly individual meetings with the Director of Advancement and Campaign Fundraising. This position is highly detailed oriented and must be able to keep a detailed schedule to stay ahead of internal and external deadlines.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead an integrated, multi-channel comprehensive Annual Fund campaign that solicits and renews gifts <$2,000 and grows the base of individual supporters.
• Successfully manage identification, cultivation & solicitation of personal portfolio of 25 prospect/current donor accounts towards deeper relationships and/or contributions.
• Simultaneously manage and analyze multiple campaigns and initiatives.
• Review existing donor population and develop strategies to cultivate and solicit higher gifts.
• Work with team to support the planning and implement donor engagement opportunities such as Member Meet-Ups, Inner Circle Summer Soiree, Artistic Dinner, Member Talkbacks, etc.
• Participate in department budget planning, goal setting, and strategic planning to assist with the creation of the annual operating plans.
• Develop a successful Telefund strategic for acquisitions and appeals.
• Provide staff support for Advancement Committee Members.
• Work in partnership with the Director of Advancement and Campaign Fundraising and team to implement segmented donor engagement and stewardship plans for annual and mid-level donors based on data mining and analysis.
• Develop data-informed email strategies, analyzing open rates, click-through rates, and ROI.
• Leverage Tessitura and other Advancement systems for tracking and managing prospect/donor pipeline, including solicitation process, deadlines, follow-up, and other correspondence.
• Actively maintain knowledge of the Playhouse’s strategic priorities, artistic works, and programs to position the Playhouse as the leading theater in the region.
• Actively participate in evenings and weekends at the theatre during the Season to steward donors and manage events.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Front-line fundraising experience, acumen and dedication to meet fundraising goals.
• Strong managerial skills are required.
• Adept at building strong internal and external relationships.
• Previous philanthropic experience in New Hampshire Seacoast and Maine is preferred.
• Tessitura and Wordfly experience are preferred.
• Superior communication and relationship-building skills are required.
• History of collaboration that leads to strong, symbiotic relationships.
• Knowledge of and experience with the Maine philanthropic marketplace.
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and strong decision-making skills.
• Effective project management skills.
• Experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive company information.

This is a $60,000 salaried position with full benefits.

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us

Please send a cover letter, resume, and references to HR Manager Zia Quint, zquint@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include ANNUAL FUND MANAGER in the subject line.

Ogunquit Playhouse is seeking an Associate Company Manager for the 2026 Season. Ogunquit Playhouse is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing the highest quality musical theatre, with the best talent in the industry. This is a seasonal position with approximate dates of employment between March and December. 

Responsibilities of the Associate Company Manager include, but are not limited to…

• Assisting team in preparing payroll and Actors Equity weekly reports
• Coordinating travel/housing/company vehicle needs for cast, crew, creatives, staff and musicians for Main Stage & Arts Academy Programs
• Emergency response/dispatch for housing problems
• Additional point of contact for all celebrity and VIP guests of Ogunquit Playhouse
• Collaborating with maintaining Company Management Budget
• Facilitating hospitality/meals for tech during change-overs
• Work in conjunction with the safety committee to adhere to health and safety guidelines including training and continuing education for all Company Management staff members

General Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Energetic person who is able to thrive in a demanding environment
• Valid driver’s license, ability to safely operate a 14-passenger van
• Familiarity with Google Drive, Microsoft Suite and Tessitura a plus
• Theatre experience in Company Management, or equivalent is strongly preferred
• Self-starter with initiative and problem solving skills and a positive attitude
• Possess a professional demeanor when communicating with all staff, sponsors, and patrons;

Position is a W2, $20/hr plus housing and travel stipend

This is a 48-hour work week as well as an on-call rotation. All team members will be expected to work during change-overs which run from Saturday through the following Sunday. 

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us

Ogunquit Playhouse will now be offering Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120+ consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premiums. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume, and references to Tiana Jones, tjones@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2026 ASSOCIATE COMPANY MANAGER in the subject line.

Ogunquit Playhouse is seeking an Assistant Company Manager for the 2026 season. Ogunquit Playhouse is a not-for-profit organization committed to providing the highest quality musical theatre, with the best talent in the industry. This is a seasonal position with approximate dates of employment between March and December. 

Responsibilities of the Assistant Company Manager include, but are not limited to…

• Coordinating travel/housing/company vehicle needs for cast, crew, creatives, staff and musicians for Main Stage & Arts Academy Programs
• Emergency response/dispatch for housing problems
• Collaborate in maintaining Company Management Budget
• Facilitating hospitality/meals for tech during change-overs
• Work in conjunction with the safety committee to adhere to health and safety guidelines including training and continuing education for all Company Management staff members

General Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Energetic person who is able to thrive in a demanding environment
• Valid driver’s license, ability to safely operate a 14-passenger van
• Familiarity with Google Drive, Microsoft Suite and Tessitura a plus
• Theatre experience in Company Management, or equivalent is strongly preferred
• Self-starter with initiative and problem solving skills and a positive attitude
• Possess a professional demeanor when communicating with all staff, sponsors and patrons;

Position is a W2, $18/hr plus housing and travel stipend

This is a 48-hour work week as well as an on-call rotation. All team members will be expected to work during change-overs which run from Saturday through the following Sunday. 

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website: http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/about-us

Ogunquit Playhouse will now be offering Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120+ consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premiums. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume, and references to Tiana Jones, tjones@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2026 ASSISTANT COMPANY MANAGER in the subject line.

Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks an experienced Audio 2 for our 2026 Season and Arts Academy productions. Approximate dates of employment vary per position between April and November.

Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast-paced working environment. Extensive wireless microphone knowledge & experience with microphone element maintenance is required.

Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to)…

• Reports to Audio Supervisor
• Possess a strong understanding of Sound System Signal Flow and Operation
• Highly skilled in soldering cable, speaker rigging/hanging, and Signal Patching
• Strong experience in building and maintaining wireless microphone rigs for musical theatre
• Responsible for building wireless mic rigs and maintaining, tracking, and organizing all wireless mics and wireless com systems used in the show
• Strong wireless systems understanding, including software, firmware, and networking knowledge
• Capable of utilizing Hellerman Tools, Multi-Meters, and can demonstrate understanding of wireless element rigging
• Responsible for installation and maintenance of band microphones, keyboards, Main Stage systems, Avioms, and other band-related items. Qualified candidates must be able to set up orchestra pits in a very neat and organized fashion
• Must be able to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively
• Possess flexibility and positive backstage demeanor working with actors and other crew
• Run the A2 track for each performance (8 shows/week)
• Ability to mix large musicals “line-by-line” style is a plus. A2 may train in to mix Mainstage and/or Arts Academy shows for additional coverage throughout the season
• Additional hours running events and Arts Academy Shows as A2
• Assist in rehearsals and load-in/strike as necessary
• Must be comfortable working at heights and able to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Job requires ability to sit/stand for long periods of time, and bend, stoop, or kneel in execution of duties as assigned
• Job requires ability to lift, carry, and move equipment up and down stairs in varied lighting conditions
• Unconventional hours may be required. Must be able to work overnights for Tech Weeks (typically four 12-hr days) for each production

Necessary Skills

• Experience with Shure Wireless Workbench
• Dante Level 2 Certificate
• Working understanding of general networking
• Working knowledge of ClearCom analog communications systems and FreeSpeak wireless coms
• Working knowledge of Aviom band monitoring systems

Position is a W2, $20 /hr plus overtime and housing

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website.

Ogunquit Playhouse offers Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120+ consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premiums. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the entire Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume and references to productionresumes@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2026 AUDIO 2 in the subject line.

Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks an experienced Stitcher for our 2026 Season and Arts Academy productions. Approximate dates of employment vary per position between April and November.

Ideal Candidate must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast-paced working environment. Excellent cutting and stitching skills are a must.

Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to)…

• Proficiency in costume alterations such as pants hems, waist darts, darning, and sleeve alterations
• Sew, by both machine and hand, costumes assigned by the Assistant Costume Shop Supervisor
• Label costumes and undergarments as assigned
• Attend fittings to assist and take notes as needed
• May travel to NYC for a few days to assist in costume fittings, dates TBD
• Assist in shop builds
• Assist in costume load-in/strike by carrying costumes, shoes, and hats to transport them to and from the theater
• Sort costume rental packages upon arrival and check in garments based on look lists
• Assist in maintaining all garments during the run of a show and assist in necessary repairs and upkeep
• Drop off and pick up dry cleaning with coordination of the wardrobe team weekly
• Assist Costume Shop Supervisor with show paperwork and look lists as needed
• Maintain knowledge of costume/shoe stock and assist in pulling items when necessary
• Communicate with team to foster and maintain a positive and productive work environment
• Have a team player attitude and recognize that every day will require flexibility with all of the unknowns of live theater
• Job requires ability to sit/stand for long periods of time, and bend, stoop, or kneel while assisting actors, staff, and designer in execution of duties as assigned
• Job requires ability to lift, carry, move costumes and necessary equipment up and down stairs in varied lighting conditions
• May be required to cover wardrobe track should a wardrobe assistant call out last-minute
• Assist with Arts Academy as needed
• Unconventional hours may be required

Position is a W2, $20 /hr plus overtime and housing 

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website.

Ogunquit Playhouse offers Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120+ consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premiums. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the entire Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send a cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume and references to productionresumes@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2026 STITCHER in the subject line.

Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit, Maine seeks an experienced Assistant Head Electrician for our 2026 Season and Arts Academy productions. Approximate dates of employment vary per position between April and November.

Ideal Candidate: Must be detail-oriented and remain focused in a fast-paced working environment. Prior theatrical electrician experience is required.

Job Duties/Expectations include (but are not limited to)…

• Assist Head Electrician/Lighting Supervisor with execution of lighting plots for each show
• Execute rigging as designed and supervised by the head electrician
• Repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of conventional and automated lighting equipment
• Manage and participate in weekly work calls
• Assist with rehearsals, load-in, strike, tech rehearsals, and previews
• Experience with lighting rigs of 200+ units, moving lights, board operation, focusing, projections, and Lightwright 6 & Vectorworks 2018 (or newer) preferred
• Rigging, ladder work, and lift experience required
• Assist Head Electrician in documentation and updating paperwork as required
• Soldering experience required
• Additional hours running events and Arts Academy Shows
• Unconventional hours may be required. Must be able to work overnights for Tech Weeks (typically four 12-hr days) for each production
• Depending on the skillset of candidate, in addition to the above responsibilities, AHE will either run 8-9 shows/week as lighting console operator (troubleshooting on show calls as needed)
• or serve as electrician swing (training on all electrics show tracks, subbing in as necessary, and otherwise supporting set electrics supervisor to build show-specific elements and effects)

Potential Design Opportunities

If interested, design for one of Ogunquit Playhouse’s Arts Academy productions for a stipend

Position is a W2, $22 /hr plus overtime and housing

Ogunquit Playhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to promoting the growth of a diverse and inclusive workplace. For our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility statement please visit our website.

Ogunquit Playhouse now offers Health insurance to all employees who are with the company for 120+ consecutive days and work at least 30 hours weekly. Ogunquit Playhouse will cover 75% of employee’s company sponsored Health insurance premiums. Dental and Vision insurance will also be available at the employee’s expense. Employees who work the Ogunquit Playhouse’s entire season will also accrue Earned Paid Leave up to 40 hours. Eligibility is based on the length of the contract. Shortening the length of that contract may affect eligibility.

Please send a cover letter (including your availability for the time frame listed above), resume and references to productionresumes@ogunquitplayhouse.org. Please include 2026 ASSISTANT HEAD ELECTRICIAN in the subject line.