Opportunities

Current Openings:

Development Manager: 

Le Petit Theatre is searching for a Development Manager. A member of the full-time team and reporting to the Executive Director, the Development Manager is responsible for the fundraising initiatives of a theatre that produces a five-show subscription season plus additional off-subscription and educational programming.  

About the role:

The Development Manager shall work with the Executive Director to oversee the contributed income goals for the theatre through the annual fund, government and foundation support, corporate sponsorship, major gifts, and special events including an annual gala. They will be an articulate and enthusiastic spokesperson for the organization and will communicate the importance of its programs to a wide range of constituents. The Development Manager will work with executive leadership and the board to grow and deepen existing and new donor relationships locally and nationally.  

Duties of the role include:

• Assist with all fundraising activities on behalf of the theatre, including board and individual giving, institutional support, and major gifts.

• Work with the board Development Committee and executive leadership on annual fundraising goals and execution of development plan. 

• Build and grow relationships with board members, funders, government agencies, donors, and other stakeholders. 

• Communicate regularly with board members, advisory board, and donors about the organization’s activities and programs. 

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major and multi-year gift prospects.

• Identify new sources of support for education and new works programming.

• Coordinate with outside grant writer and oversee grants calendar. 

• Play a leadership role as appropriate at donor and patron events, opening nights, board meetings, and committee meetings.

• Assist with planning and execution of special events including the annual Curtain Call Ball gala and an annual fundraiser for education. 

• Work with board committees to identify new board members, major donors, and sponsors. 

• Maintain accurate and updated donor records and execute donor acknowledgments. 

• Lead benefits fulfillment for board, donors, and sponsors. 

• Track the department budget and maintain accurate income and expense records.  

While this is intended to be an accurate description of the job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the position, and may require that other or different tasks be performed as necessary and assigned.   

Qualifications:

• At least two years demonstrated success in development and fundraising.

• A proven track record in meeting fundraising goals.

• Ability to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors in ways that lead to deepened and authentic engagement.

• Experience building positive relationships with boards, donors, and stakeholders and the ability to effectively communicate the organization’s mission, vision, and goals to the community.  

• Strong initiative, assertiveness, and creativity while effectively working as part of a small staff and volunteers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with confidence and enthusiasm for the organization. 

• Experience with CRM software is required.

This is a full-time position. Regular office hours are M-F 10am–6pm. Some evening and weekend work required. Competitive starting salary and benefits package.      

Le Petit welcomes, values, and celebrates diversity. Le Petit is an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Applicants should send a cover letter with minimum salary requirement, resume, and references to Jobs@LePetitTheatre.com

Part-Time Box Office Associate: 

Le Petit Theatre is searching for Part-Time Box Office Associates. Reporting to the Patron Services Manager, Box Office Associates help in-office during box office hours to sell tickets and assist patrons with donations and tickets already purchased. They also help on show dates at the theatre in the box office.

Qualifications:

• Paid training period to learn Audience View ticketing system, as well as scanning and printing technology.

• Availability for show dates up to two hours prior to doors opening and assistance in clean-up afterward

  • 2023 - 2024 Season Show Dates (titles subject to change)

    • LET THE RIGHT ONE IN October 5 - 22, 2023; potential extension through October 29, 2023

    • THE SKIVVIES (holiday show) December 19 - 20, 2023

    • WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? January 11 - 28, 2024; potential extension through February 4, 2024

    • BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL March 7 - 31; potential extension through April 7, 2024

    • BORN WITH TEETH April 25 - May 12, 2024; potential extension through May 19, 2024

    • THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST June 6 - 23, 2024; potential extension through June 30, 2024

Responsibilities:

• Answer phone and email inquiries from theatre patrons

• Check-in patrons and respond to questions about tickets, parking, seating, and facilities.

• Provide a friendly welcome to patrons.

• Assist in box office set-up (pre-show) and house cleanup (post-show)

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter (optional) to Jobs@LePetitTheatre.com

Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré, a 501(c)3 organization, is passionately dedicated to presenting the highest quality theatrical performances to entertain and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of the greater New Orleans area. By offering a full season of contemporary and classic dramas, comedies, musicals, and children’s productions, as well as master classes and special events, the theater embraces the work of the city’s professional artists both onstage and backstage, all the while nurturing and mentoring up-and-coming talent with its array of outreach programs. 

New Orleans’ most historic playhouse, Le Petit Théâtre Du Vieux Carré, has played an important role in our nation’s theatrical history since 1916. Located just off Jackson Square, we have called our current stage at 616 St. Peter Street home since 1922. 

Le Petit Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.