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At the Latino Theater Co. our mission is to provide a world-class arts center for those pursuing artistic excellence; a laboratory where both tradition and innovation are honored and honed; a place where the convergence of people, cultures, and ideas contribute to the future. We are dedicated to contributing new stories to the American theater repertoire and increasing opportunities in theater for underserved communities. As the nation's largest theater company serving Latinx audiences, we produce work by local playwrights and highlight new voices within the Latinx, First Nation, Black, Asian American, Jewish American and LGBTQ+ communities. Located in Downtown Los Angeles, our world-class arts complex has 80,000 square feet of performance, office and gallery space.
We invite you to join us as we expand our team helping to support the reimagining and resilience of theatre in these uncertain times. Working from a place of mutual respect, inspiration, and joy, we seek passionate collaborators to help us take transformative steps towards being an anti-racist organization striving to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where all feel valued, respected, and engaged.
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Front of House – Job Posting
Department: Front of House
Reports To: Front of House Manager
Position Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal
Wage: $18.47/hour
Start Date: September 30Latino Theater Company at The Los Angeles Theatre Center (The LATC) is seeking friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals with strong communication and customer service skills to join our Front of House team.
Candidates must have flexible availability and be available to work at least three days per week, Wednesday through Sunday, during our performance season. Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and select weekday student matinees. Scheduling will vary based on performances, special events, and organizational needs.
SUMMARY
As the team with the highest level of direct interaction with our patrons, Front of House plays a critical role in the success of performances and events at The LATC.
Front of House Associates support the full patron experience—from arrival and seating through the conclusion of a performance or event. As an essential part of our organization, Front of House Associates help ensure that every patron receives a welcoming, safe, inclusive, accessible, and memorable experience at The LATC.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greet and welcome patrons as they arrive; collect and verify tickets; assist patrons in locating their seats; and distribute programs.
Answer patron questions regarding performances, events, the theater, and the organization.
Assist patrons who require accommodations, including guests with mobility needs.
Resolve seating issues and respond professionally to patron questions, concerns, and complaints.
Monitor audiences during performances and address issues involving audience behavior, safety, and comfort as they arise; enforce house rules when necessary.
Prepare and maintain theater and lobby areas before and after performances and events, including arranging and moving lobby furniture.
Attend Front of House meetings and briefings prior to each performance or event.
Sell merchandise at select performances and events.
Assist with the setup, service preparation, and breakdown of catering and hospitality areas for performances, receptions, and special events, as needed.
Participate in emergency procedures, including theater evacuations, when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with patrons, artists, staff, and members of the public.
Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and composure in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
Must be available to work a minimum of three days per week, Wednesday through Sunday, during the performance season.**
Evening and weekend availability is required, with occasional weekday availability for student matinees and special events.
General knowledge of or interest in theater and the performing arts is highly preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, employees are frequently required to stand and must be comfortable standing for extended periods. Employees may also be required to walk, sit, climb one or more flights of stairs, and move throughout multiple levels of the theater.
The position may require employees to use a flashlight and navigate theater spaces in low-light conditions.
Employees are regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or equipment and to reach with their hands and arms. Employees may occasionally be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 30 pounds.
The noise level of the work environment may range from quiet to loud depending on the performance, event, or activity taking place.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Latino Theater Company embraces diversity in all forms and encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage BIPOC, immigrants, veterans, people with disabilities, transgender, and gender non-conforming individuals to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please submit your information HERE.
No phone calls, please.
Latino Theater Company at The Los Angeles Theatre Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Bartender - Job Posting
Department: Bar
Reports To: Bar Manager
Position Type: Part-Time Non-Exempt, Seasonal
Wage: $18.47/Hour
Start Date: September 30Latino Theater Co. at The Los Angeles Theatre Center is currently seeking friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals with highly effective communication skills to join our bar staff team. All applicants must be able to work a flexible "shift" schedule including nights, weekends, and some weekday special events. Must be 21 years of age or older.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Complete a bar service course and become certified in safe-serving techniques for alcohol service.
Take beverage orders from patrons
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to theater patrons
Accepts patron payments and process credit or debit card transactions
Maintain a clean and organized bar space
Take inventory of products at the start and end of each shift
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS
Possess excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to exercise tact and remain composed under pressure
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Evening and weekend availability required
Previous bartending, bar service, or hospitality experience preferred
General knowledge of and/or interest in the performing arts highly preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must be able to stand for long periods of time. The employee may have to climb one or more flights of stairs, as well as move about on the upper levels of the theater. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include seeing in the dark with use of flashlight, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to noisy.
The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
Start Date: Interviewing to start immediately.
Salary: $18.47Latino Theater Co. embraces diversity in all forms and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Latino Theater Co. is an E.O.E. and BIPOC, immigrants, veterans, disabled, transgender, and gender non-conforming individuals are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please enter your information HERE No phone calls, please.
The Latino Theater Co. at The LATC is an equal opportunity employer. -
Overhire Technician - Job PostingDepartment: Technical
Reports To: Assistant Technical Director
Position Type: On-Call Non-Exempt
Seasonal Wage: $20.00/HourThe Latino Theater Co. at The Los Angeles Theatre Center is currently seeking friendly, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals for technicians for its upcoming season and events
SUMMARY
We seek submissions for technicians for our upcoming season and events for all production departments. These departments include:
Carpentry
Electrics (including programmers)
Sound (including programmers)
Operators
This posting seeks to collect names to add to our overhire call list, which includes positions for load ins, load outs, and run of show positions as needed. All interested parties are welcome to apply!
This position reports to the Assistant Technical Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Be a part of the load in and outs for The Los Angeles Theatre Center productions
Run backstage tracks and/or consoles for the run of show
Liaise with Production Department staff as part of the production process
Reflect a commitment to the Latino Theater Co. Mission and DEI Statement.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS
Basic knowledge of standard theatrical production practices preferred, but not required.
Willingness to adhere to the Latino Theater Co. safety protocols and policies
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team-player mindset
Ability to lift 30 lbs (pending department) and work on your feet
Candidates must reside in the greater Los Angeles area
A willingness to learn!
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must be able to stand for long periods of time. The employee may have to climb one or more flights of stairs, as well as move about on the upper levels of the theater. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include seeing in the dark with use of flashlight, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to noisy.
The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
The Latino Theater Co. at The LATC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Start Date: Interviewing to start immediately.
Salary: $18.00 hourly rateTo apply please enter your information below. No phone calls please.
Latino Theater Co. embraces diversity in all forms and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Latino Theater Co. is an E.O.E. and BIPOC, immigrants, veterans, disabled, transgender, and gender non-conforming individuals are encouraged to apply.
To apply, please enter your information HERE No phone calls, please.