Job Openings at Shakespeare & Company

Staff Accountant

TERM: Year-round, full-time
STATUS: Salaried, non-Exempt, at-will employee
SUPERVISOR: Director of Finance
SCHEDULE: Weekdays typical
LOCATION: Predominantly work on site, some remote possible as approved by supervisor
SALARY: $40,000 - $45,000 per year

Shakespeare & Company is committed to evolving its approach to diversity and inclusion to engender an active process and positive change toward race equity in its employment and artistry. Our goal is to engage ourselves in endeavors that enrich and promote a more just society.  

The Company now seeks a Staff Accountant to assist in the finance office, including A/P, processing revenue, A/R, G/L, budgets, audits and maintaining files. The Company also seeks a candidate who will embrace Shakespeare & Company’s vigorous commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access as well as anti-racism initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes a working knowledge of finance/accounting and accounting systems to tackle day-to-day accounting tasks, working with the utmost accuracy, efficiency and confidentiality;
• Processes Box Office activity on a daily basis, including reporting and entering accurate data into the finance system;
• Processes Accounts Payable on a weekly basis, including verifying coding, accurately entering data into finance system, and running checks weekly;
• Processes Concession/Gift Shop receipts/deposits on a weekly basis, including reporting and entering accurate data into finance system;
• Processes various other deposits from other departments including Development, Education, Training, etc. as needed;
• Processes playbill billing and other accounts receivable on a monthly basis, including creating new invoices each season and re-billing unpaid invoices;
• Performs various other duties, including updating spreadsheets, maintaining filing systems, paperwork follow-up, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior knowledge of Excel a must.
• Prior knowledge of Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge and/or similar non-profit database management systems preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy a must.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft office proficiency preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.

TO APPLY 

Candidates who possess the above qualification, or transferrable skills, are encouraged to apply. Please email cover letter, resume, and references.

By email: Jobsearch@Shakespeare.org (include: Position Title and Name)

By mail: Job Search
Shakespeare & Company
70 Kemble Street, Lenox 01240

By fax: 413-637-4274.

Shakespeare & Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. It is our intent to maintain an inclusive work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, pregnancy or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

Costume Positions

Shakespeare & Company is committed to evolving its approach to diversity and inclusion in order to engender an active process and positive change toward race equity in its employment and artistry. Our goal is to engage ourselves in endeavors which enrich and promote a more just society. The Company seeks candidates who will embrace Shakespeare & Company’s vigorous commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access alongside anti-racism initiatives. 

Costume Designers sought for our Fall Festival of Shakespeare, a part of our Education Program, and which is now in its 33rd year.  This exciting project produces 10 Shakespeare plays in 10 local high schools over 8-10 weeks, starting in September and culminating in a festival weekend just before Thanksgiving, when close to 400 students, actors, and technicians perform all ten shows over 4 days for each other and the public.  This is an excellent opportunity for younger designers to gain design experience working in a theatre-in-education project and operating as part of a large professional shop.  

Costumers typically design shows in two schools starting the last week of September, or one school on a shorter contract. Costumes are drawn from our 42 years of stock and the inspiration of the designer.  Presently designers are needed for 4 schools. Housing is available, local transportation negotiable, though preferred candidates will have their own transportation. Applicants should have at least a BA or BFA, costume construction and design experience, excellent organization skills, and enjoy working with High School students. Full Covid 19 Vaccination Status and a driver’s license are required. Experience in an educational situation helpful.  E.O.E. Send/e mail cover letter, resume, 3 references with e-mail contact: jobsearch @shakespeare.org

Seasonal Housekeeping Associate(s)

TERM: May 17 through September 19, 2021
SCHEDULE Approximately 20 hours per week including some weekend hours
SUPERVISOR: Housekeeping Supervisor
STATUS: Non-Exempt, at-will, part-time employee
LOCATION: Shakespeare & Company campus, 70 Kemble Street in Lenox, MA
SALARY: $15.00 per hour

Shakespeare & Company is committed to evolving its approach to diversity and inclusion to engender an active process and positive change toward race equity in its employment and artistry, seeking candidates who will embrace its vigorous commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access as well as anti-racism initiatives. Applicants from groups historically underrepresented in theatre and theatre administration are strongly encouraged to apply.  

Shakespeare & Company is also committed to a COVID safe environment: successful applicants will be tested before they start work and may be required to test weekly or more. The entire Company will be adhering to local, state and union safety protocols, where and when appropriate, throughout the season.  

The Company now seeks two part-time Seasonal Housekeeping Associates.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleaning Shakespeare & Company’s facilities according to a schedule negotiated weekly, with varied hours according to programmatic activities on-site - cleaning, bagging and hauling trash, delivering recyclables to the designated areas, other specific duties as requested; 
• Working to ensure that Shakespeare’s buildings and facilities are in a sanitary condition when occupied, especially in COVID times, and secure when unoccupied;
• Performing regularly scheduled inventories of cleaning supplies and identify needs for supplies;
• Assisting in other aspects of the upkeep and maintenance of Shakespeare & Company’s facilities, including serving as support staff for event set-up and clean-up and maintaining workplaces and living spaces on-site;
• Supervising others on daily tasks as assigned when requested;  
• Working professionally with other employees of S&Co; 
• Adhering to Company policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook, including its diversity and inclusion efforts; 
• Adhering to Company COVID safety policies; and
• Taking responsibility for the care of the vehicles, tools and equipment used.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A completed COVID-19 vaccine regimen; 
• Ability to lift 35 pounds;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Good communication skills;
• Experience in maintenance and/or housekeeping;
• A solid work ethic - good team player who has a good sense of humor. 

TO APPLY

Candidates who possess the above qualifications, or transferrable skills, are encouraged to apply. Please send cover letter, resume, and references.

By email: jobsearch@shakespeare.org (include: Position Title and Name)

By mail: Job Search
Shakespeare & Company
70 Kemble Street
Lenox, MA 01240

By fax: 413-637-4274

Shakespeare & Company is committed to the principles of equal employment and to providing equal employment opportunities. It is our intent to maintain an inclusive work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation on the basis of sex, gender, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, pregnancy or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.