La Jolla Playhouse is a passion-led organization. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. The Playhouse attracts a professional staff and a volunteer Board of Trustees representative of the community it serves.

A wide range of positions (full, part-time and volunteer) may periodically be available.

For more information or to inquire further about opportunities at La Jolla Playhouse, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Artistic

No positions at this time.

Production

General Inquires

La Jolla Playhouse welcomes resumes from production artists at any time. Send resume and references to: Peter J. Davis, Production Manager, La Jolla Playhouse, P.O. Box 12039, La Jolla, CA, 92039, Fax (858) 550-1075 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . No phone calls please. EOE.

Education & Outreach

Education & Outreach Associate

La Jolla Playhouse seeks a highly organized and energetic individual with a strong commitment to theatre-in-education for the position of Education & Outreach Associate. This administrative position serves as the primary contact between the Playhouse and the schools of San Diego County including creating residencies, training/supervising Playhouse Teaching Artists and building new relationships and partnerships with area educators. In addition, the Education & Outreach Associate runs the Young Performers’ Workshop – a summer theatre program for youth. Candidate must be an experienced theatre educator who is not only highly organized and collaborative but also possess excellent skills in communication, problem-solving and computers as well as having the ability to multi-task on overlapping projects. This full-time position requires a minimum of a BA in Theatre/Education and/or at least four years experience in education/curriculum development and relevant classroom experience. Masters Degree preferred.

Send resume, cover letter and salary requirement to: La Jolla Playhouse, Attn: Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 12039, La Jolla, CA 92039 or e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE

Marketing and Communications

Box Office Representative

La Jolla Playhouse is seeking part-time seasonal Box Office Representatives to work in a fun and flexible environment. Must possess strong customer service skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience with computers and the arts preferred. Box office knowledge a plus. Position will average 10 hours per week and requires some evenings and weekends. $9.00/hour. Located on the campus of UCSD. Please e-mail a resume to the Box Office Manager at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE

Part Time Subscription Sales Representatives

The Telesales Department is currently looking for self-motivated individuals with sales experience to join the million dollar sales team. 20 hours per week with evening shifts 5:30pm to 9:00pm. $8.50/hr plus commission, cash bonus and show comps. Send resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE.

Development

Major & Planned Gifts Officer

La Jolla Playhouse, one of the nation’s leading not-for-profit theatres, seeks an experienced Major & Planned Gifts Officer to plan, implement and direct its Planned Giving Program and to coordinate the effort to identify, cultivate and solicit planned and major gifts prospects to help ensure La Jolla Playhouse’s long-term fiscal well-being. Working collaboratively with the Director of Development, Managing Director and Board Leadership, the Major & Planned Gifts Officer will design and implement La Jolla Playhouse’s planned giving program and stewardship activities, managing a growing portfolio of prospects. Must have the expertise and familiarity with planned gift vehicles to discuss estate planning with prospects, propose strategies to address their philanthropic intent, and work closely with legal and financial professionals.

Requirements include: 4 year college degree; minimum of 5 years demonstrated success with planned and major gifts; excellent written and verbal communications; ability to work in a fast paced environment; computer and database literacy; and a thorough understanding of fundraising practices. Some evenings and weekends required.

Send resume, cover letter and salary history to: La Jolla Playhouse, Attn: Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 12039, La Jolla, CA 92039 or e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE

Individual Giving Officer

La Jolla Playhouse, one of the nation’s leading not-for-profit theatres, seeks an Individual Giving Officer to plan, implement & manage the Playhouse’s efforts to attract and retain donors to the Inner Circle (IC) giving program (gifts of $1,000-$9,999) as well as support the Director of Development in managing the cultivation, solicitation and renewal of gifts at the Executive Producers (EP) level ($10,000 and above). Critical job functions include the personal cultivation and solicitation of donors in order to expand the donor base and upgrade current donors, and consistent stewardship and communication with IC and EP members. Job duties include: determining annual goals, strategy and processes to expand the IC program through the renewal, upgrade and acquisition of members; arranging meetings and lead face-to-face solicitations with IC and EP members; developing, writing & disseminating renewals and major gift proposals at major donor levels; work with Board members and volunteers on the identification, cultivation and solicitation of new prospects and current members; generate acknowledgments, pledge forms, payment reminders in a timely manner; actively plan and participate in cultivation and fundraising events including VIP Donor Nights, receptions, and LJP’s Annual Gala; and write articles on donors and programs for Playhouse publications as requested.

Requirements include: demonstrated track record of 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, including personal solicitations; strong written and interpersonal communication skills; ability to respond to goals and deadlines; comfort with budgets and financial reporting; energetic, self-directed approach with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently; familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and ability to learn to use the Tessitura database with a growing level of sophistication; knowledge of planned giving practices is a plus.

Send resume, cover letter and salary history to: La Jolla Playhouse, Attn: Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 12039, La Jolla, CA 92039 or e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE

Part Time Telefunding Representatives

The Telefunding Department is currently looking for self-motivated individuals with fundraising experience to join our Annual Fundraising Campaign. 20 hours per week with evening shifts 5:30pm to 9:00pm. $8.50/hr plus commission, cash bonus and show comps. Send resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . EOE.

General Management

No positions at this time.

Finance

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Operations

No positions at this time.