Staff Openings
We recruit, nurture, maintain, and honor a highly diverse, highly qualified resident staff of theater artists, administrators, educators, and operational staff members. We focus on providing fair and competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.
Positions are updated as they become available and subsequently are filled. On an as needed basis, we also have a variety of apprenticeships available. We also post information about auditions as they become available. Learn more about the DCT team and our people here.
Development Coordinator
The Development Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the development team with day-to-day fundraising activities, donor relations, and volunteer management. This position will focus on gift processing, donor database management, event coordination, and coordinating volunteer engagement. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, proactive, and passionate about the performing arts and nonprofit work.
To apply, email a resume and cover letter with the following information: proudest professional achievement, most challenging assignment, specific experience relevant to this position, and salary range expectation to staff.openings@dct.org with Development Coordinator in the subject line.
For a complete position description, please click here.
Box Office Representative
Working closely with the Director of Ticketing & Patron Services, the Box Office, and DCT Front of House, the Box Office Representative will strive to deliver an elevated family-friendly patron experience. We are seeking candidates who can work weekday/weekend box office shifts. Agents can expect to work an average of 10-20 hours per week onsite at DCT dependent on business needs in season, subject to change. Tessitura experience preferred or any ticketing experience.
To apply, email a resume with references and a cover letter with the following information: background, experience, and computer and ticketing software knowledge to staff.openings@dct.org with Box Office Representative in the subject line.
For a complete position description, please click here.
Education Department Piano Accompanist
The Education Department Piano Accompanist will gain invaluable experience being part of a growing and thriving theater education program. In this role, you will utilize your skills in support, collaboration, student communication/development, critical thinking, organization, and more. Under the direction of the vocal music teacher, piano accompaniment during DCT Academy Musical Theater classes, rehearsals, and performances, assist the teacher in leading section rehearsals, and other related work as required.
To apply, email your resume and 2-3 letters of recommendation or relevant references to dct.openings@dct.org with Education Accompanist in the subject line.
For a complete position description, please click here.
General Maintenance Technician
Dallas Children's Theater (DCT) is seeking a motivated and responsible professional to join our team to assist with facility operations. Key responsibilities include ensuring a safe and hazard-free workplace environment, responding to minor disturbances and emergency calls, inspecting the property for hazards and equipment repairs, and overseeing contracted services that support daily operations. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of two years of experience or equivalent education and knowledge and experience in facility maintenance. For the right qualified person, this position is a full-time position, eligible for overtime after 40 weekly hours. A flexible schedule and the ability to work nights and weekends are desirable. A part-time role is an option.
To apply, email a resume and cover letter with the following information: background and experience that makes you an ideal candidate to staff.openings@dct.org with General Maintenance Technician in the subject line.
For a complete position description, please click here.
Dallas Children's Theater online position announcements are intended only to provide general descriptions of employment opportunities; none of the information provided for any position should be interpreted as a commitment by Dallas Children's Theater to specific terms and conditions for employment.
DCT is committed to the kind of excellence in theater arts programming that challenges and inspires young people from every race, culture, gender, social class, ability and sexual orientation to develop their unique creative talents and individual perspectives in order to contribute to a more pluralistic and peaceful world.
DCT promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of the institution, including its programming, board and staff. DCT is an equal opportunity employer.