Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is hiring an Operations Apprentice To apply for the position, send an email to Marguerite Hannah, general manager, at careers@cptonline.org by Tuesday, December 23rd with the subject line: YOUR LAST NAME, Operations Apprentice. Your email should include two attachments: a resume and a two-page cover letter highlighting relevant experience and explaining your interest in the apprenticeship. No phone calls or emails please.

Operations Apprentice Job Description - Six-Month Full-Time Paid Apprenticeship

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is seeking an Operations Apprentice, an early-career arts administrator or producer eager to explore multiple facets of a high-impact, socially engaged arts organization. This is a cross-departmental position offering hands-on experience in artistic management, education, event production, and front-of-house operations.

• Interviews anticipated in December–January
• Employment starts February 1, 2026

Areas of Focus

• Front of House
• Community Ensembles
• Special Event Management
• Education & Artist Support

Key Responsibilities

• Executive & Administrative Support
• Assist the Executive in calendar management and meeting preparation.
• Take notes and track action items during key meetings.
• Conduct special research projects.
• Help organize and host internal and external meetings.
• Artistic & Event Production
• Collaborate with the Artistic Team on applications and requests for proposals.
• Support line producers for productions and special events.
• Assist with logistics and coordination for community and artistic initiatives.
• Education
• Support the Education Department in planning and executing culminating events.
• Provide administrative assistance to teaching artists and program managers.
• Front of House / Audience Services
• Help manage the transition to a new Customer Relationship Management System (CRM)
• Support guest experience and audience engagement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• We are looking for someone who is:

· Highly organized, initiative-taking, and adaptable

· Interested in both the creative and administrative sides of theatre production.

· Positive, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-moving environment.

· Experienced (through work, study, or internship) in office operations and/or theatrical production

· Excited to be part of a diverse team and a cross-departmental culture grounded in social justice.

Hiring & Employment Details

• Compensation: $22,000 for six months ($3,667/month), funded by a grant
• No signing bonus or relocation funds available
• Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
• Interviews anticipated in December–January
• Employment starts February 1, 2026

https://www.cptonline.org