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.
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Interviews anticipated in December–January
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Employment starts February 1, 2026
Areas of Focus
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Front of House
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Community Ensembles
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Special Event Management
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Education & Artist Support
Key Responsibilities
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Executive & Administrative Support
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Assist the Executive in calendar management and meeting preparation.
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Take notes and track action items during key meetings.
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Conduct special research projects.
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Help organize and host internal and external meetings.
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Artistic & Event Production
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Collaborate with the Artistic Team on applications and requests for proposals.
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Support line producers for productions and special events.
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Assist with logistics and coordination for community and artistic initiatives.
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Education
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Support the Education Department in planning and executing culminating events.
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Provide administrative assistance to teaching artists and program managers.
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Front of House / Audience Services
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Help manage the transition to a new Customer Relationship Management System (CRM)
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Support guest experience and audience engagement initiatives.
Ideal Candidate
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We are looking for someone who is:
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Highly organized, initiative-taking, and adaptable
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Interested in both the creative and administrative sides of theatre production.
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Positive, collaborative, and able to work in a fast-moving environment.
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Experienced (through work, study, or internship) in office operations and/or theatrical production
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Excited to be part of a diverse team and a cross-departmental culture grounded in social justice.
Hiring & Employment Details
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Compensation: $22,000 for six months ($3,667/month), funded by a grant
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No signing bonus or relocation funds available
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Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
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Interviews anticipated in December–January
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Employment starts February 1, 2026