Job Opportunities

Director of Marketing
Milwaukee Repertory Theater seeks savvy and experienced Director of Marketing to lead planning and implementation of audience development, communication, ticket/subscription sales strategies to maximize earned revenue and audience potential.  As Milwaukee Rep launches the first season under its new artistic leader, Mark Clements, the Marketing Director will play a pivotal role as we revitalize our brand and reenergize our relationship with our community. Directly supervise a department of 4 plus oversee Box Office and Telemarketing operations.  Serve on management team, collaborating with department heads, Managing and Artistic leaders, and board.  Must have passion for theater and successful track record of success in comparable environment (theater preferred) including subscription and single ticket sales campaigns.  Comprehensive experience with print, online, interactive media, and grassroots marketing and advertising methods required.  Experience with Tessitura a plus. 

Founded in 1954, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is dedicated to providing the highest level of professional theater to Wisconsin in addition to offering a wide range of educational and community programs.  The Rep serves approximately 175,000 patrons each year with an 11-play season in its downtown 3-theater complex, plus an original adaptation of A Christmas Carol performed at the adjacent historic Pabst Theater.  With a healthy endowment, an $8.3 million annual operating budget, and a strong and committed staff, board, and patron base, The Rep is entering an exciting period in its history. 

Resume, cover letter, references and work samples to:  HumanResources@milwaukeerep.com; Marketing Director Search, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E. Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202. EOE

Stackner Cabaret
The Stackner Cabaret, the Rep’s full-service restaurant and bar, has openings for part-time lobby bartender positions in the Quadracci Powerhouse and Stiemke Studio lobby bars.  Available shifts are Saturdays (matinee and evening performances) and Sunday matinees; additional shifts will occasionally be available. Lobby Bartender applicants must have previous bartending experience. Please keep in mind that these positions are part-time, and that this is not a “typical” bartending job.  It involves only brief interaction with customers (there are no barstools, for instance), and our patrons expect efficient service with a smile rather than a conversation or drink suggestions.  Because there are no late nights, it’s an ideal job for someone who enjoys the theater and is looking for a part-time job for some extra income, but it’s not the kind of bartending job that will pay your rent. For specific details of hours and job descriptions, please email kolsen@milwaukeerep.com

Education Intern
The Education department is seeking a highly motivated intern to assist with various duties including: administrating outreach programs, reading and researching plays for study guides, assisting with student matinees, marketing education programs and more. This position will report to the Education Director and the applicant should be willing to commit to 15-20 hours each week. Internships are available for fall and spring.

Candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication, computer, data entry and research skills and a good sense of humor! This is a great opportunity to be involved in a fast paced, professional theater company and a great opportunity to see the arts’ effect on the community. Although this is an unpaid position, you will receive complimentary tickets to Rep productions as well as have access to opening night receptions.

The Rep is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. Send resume, writing sample and cover letter to: Jenny Kostreva, Education Director at jkostreva@milwaukeerep.com or Milwaukee Repertory Theater; 108 E Wells St; Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Production Interns
The Milwaukee Repertory Theater is accepting applications for the following internships: Lighting Design, Electrics,  and Scenic Artist. First show opens in early September; final shows open in early April. Production work begins early August, dependent upon the position. Housing and a $50 a week grocery stipend are provided for each non-local intern. Applications are accepted until all positions are filled. We are interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including women and minorties. Send cover letter, resume with references to: Production Internships, Melissa Vartanian, Production Manager, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 E. Wells Street, Milwaukee WI 53202. For additional information: Email: mvartanian@milwaukeerep.com

Public Relations & Marketing Internship
The Marketing department is seeking an individual to assist the Public Relations Director in pr-related projects. Duties include writing press releases, playwright bios and targeted promotional letters; reading and researching plays; assisting with the publication production process, special events and mailings; updating media lists, preparing media kits, maintaining press clippings and processing donation requests.

Candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication, computer, data entry and research skills and good sense of humor! This is a great opportunity to intern in a fast-paced, professional theater environment. Internships are available for the fall, spring and summer semesters for 12 to 15 hours per week. Although this is an unpaid position, you will receive tickets to all Rep productions and have access to opening night receptions.

The Rep is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. Send resume, three writing samples and cover letter to: Cindy Moran, PR Director; Milwaukee Repertory Theater; 108 East Wells Street; Milwaukee, WI 53202. You will be contacted by phone or e-mail for an interview if we think you would be a good fit for us.

Administrative & Artistic Internship
The Rep is seeking an individual to assist the Administrative and Artistic departments on special projects. This position will provide the best opportunity to learn and be a part of the behind the scenes world of professional theater.

Candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication, computer, data entry and research skills and good sense of humor! Internships are available for the summer, fall, and spring sessions. Although this is an unpaid position, you will receive tickets to all Rep productions and have access to opening night receptions.

The Rep is an equal opportunity employer and seeks qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. Send resume and cover letter to: Diane Dalton, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, 108 East Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202. You will be contacted by phone for an interview.

Development Internship (1)
Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s fast paced, high-output, Development department is seeking a responsible, motivated intern to commit to 15-20 hours per week. Interns would experience day-to-day fundraising operations in one of the country’s most dynamic professional theaters.

This position will expose the intern to the donation processing, special event planning, identifying future prospects, direct mail campaigns and maintaining an active grants calendar. Excellent writing and organizational skills are required as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a working knowledge of generating healthy contributed revenue streams in a leading non-profit theater. Interns would come into contact with individuals of all levels of theater management and gain valuable insight into the burgeoning field of arts administration. Although this is an unpaid position you will receive tickets to Rep productions and have access to opening night receptions.

Send resume, writing sample and cover letter to: Jim Farrell at jfarrell@milwaukeerep.com

Development Internship (2)
Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s fast paced, high-output, development department is seeking a responsible, motivated intern to commit to 15-20 hours per week. Interns would experience day-to-day fundraising operations in one of the country’s most dynamic professional theaters.

This position reports directly to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations and will expose the intern to the maintenance of a major grant calendar with an eye toward researching and scheduling proposals to new funding partners. Excellent writing skills are required as this intern would assist in writing new proposals with an extraordinary attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a working knowledge of generating healthy contributed revenue streams in a leading non-profit theater. Interns would come into contact with individuals of all levels of theater management and gain valuable insight into the burgeoning field of arts administration. Although this is an unpaid position you will receive tickets to Rep productions and have access to opening night receptions.

Send resume, writing sample (showing good narrative and persuasive skills), and cover letter to: Jim Farrell at jfarrell@milwaukeerep.com