CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

2026 SUMMER SEASON

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Shakespeare By The Sea is hiring crew and staff in support of the upcoming 2026 professional summer theatre season. The following positions are available, click on the job title or scroll down for more details:​

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SUMMER PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR (THE STUDIO)

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

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Shakespeare by the Sea performs outdoors in Point Pleasant Park, located in Halifax/K'jipuktuk. SBTS productions run in repertory, with actors appearing in multiple productions.

 

Shakespeare by the Sea seeks to create theatre that is inviting, inclusive, and accessible to all. In seeking to gather an ensemble that reflects the diverse community we serve, we strongly encourage submissions from artists of diverse cultural backgrounds, and will be prioritizing submissions from applicants who self-identify as members of underrepresented communities.

 

Submission Notes:

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At this time SBTS is holding interviews via Zoom.

 

Further details and job descriptions can be found below. Please read carefully to ensure that you understand the eligibility requirements.

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Please direct any questions to:

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Drew Douris-O'Hara, Associate Artistic Director

drew@shakespearebythesea.ca

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Applications can be submitted through this google form: 

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Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5PM

 

We thank everyone for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.​​​​​​

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Summer Program Coordinator

The Studio at Shakespeare by the Sea
 

About The STUDIO @ SBTS
The Studio at Shakespeare by the Sea is the training division of SBTS’ professional theatre company, dedicated to nurturing emerging artists through high-quality, accessible programming. Our summer season includes camps, pre-professional training intensives, and performances that connect young artists with the broader theatre community.

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Position Overview
We are seeking a Summer Program Coordinator to support the delivery of our 2026 summer programming. This role is a great fit for a candidate who is organized, enthusiastic, and passionate about theatre education and community engagement. The Summer Program Coordinator will play a key role in supporting camps, assisting guest artists, and acting as an ambassador for The Studio at Shakespeare by the Sea.​ Former experience as a participant in STUDIO @ SBTS programs is an asset! ​

 

Key Responsibilities

Summer Camps (August 10–14 & August 17–21)

• Serve as on-site staff for two weeks of summer camp

• Assist with program delivery, including teaching support and supervision

• Help ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for participants

Summer Young Company (June–September)

• Provide on-site assistance for guest instructors on select dates

• Support workshop setup, participant coordination, and general logistics

Front of House & Audience Engagement

• Work Front of House shifts for professional company performances

• Promote Studio programming to patrons and engage with the public

• Represent The Studio with professionalism and enthusiasm

Outreach & Administration

• Assist with light administrative tasks as needed

• Support marketing efforts through postering, flyering, and brochure distribution​

 

Qualifications

• Must be a returning student to a NOVA SCOTIA post-secondary institution 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliable, organized, and proactive

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

• Interest in arts education, theatre production, or community programming​

 

Assets

• Experience working with children or youth

• Teaching or facilitation experience

• Front of House or customer service experience

• Past-participation in STUDIO @ SBTS classes or productions

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Schedule

• Full time, Contract-based position (June–September 2026, with varying hours)

• Required availability for August 10–14 and August 17–21, and September 5-6.

• Additional shifts scheduled based on programming and performance needs

• Compensation: $20/hour, 35 hours per week for 12 weeks

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Social Media Coordinator

SBTS is seeking to fill the seasonal full-time position of Social Media Coordinator for our 2026 Summer Season. 

 

PERIOD: June 15th - August 15th 2026 (8 Weeks)

RATE: $20/hour + vac pacy (35 hours per week)

 

NOTICE: ***This is a Canada Summer Jobs funded position. All applicants must be under 30 years old as of January 1st, 2026.***

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The Social Media Coordinator position will report to the Season Producers, and be responsible for: 

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-Managing and creating content for the social media accounts at Shakespeare By The Sea during the 2026 professional theatre summer season.

 

The successful candidate will possess a strong working knowledge of various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky) with duties including:

-Collaborating with the Summer Season Producers on a public relations strategy

-Working directly with the artists performing in the season to create daily content for our busy social media streams

-analyzing social media interaction data

-Some light graphic design (we use Canva, so familiarity with that platform is an asset)

-Managing relevant updates to the company website (hosted on the Wix platform). 

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The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team player who can work well alone or in groups and has experience running a social account for a company/organization. 

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As we are small operation, from time to time other duties may include:

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  • Assisting the Front-Of-House team as needed, including set up on site in Point Pleasant Park and tear down at the end of the show. 

  • Communicate with Patrons in person or on socials as needed to resolve issues, dealing with changes, promo codes etc.

  • ​Attend and manage weekly production meetings, ensuring that all departments are operating as intended.

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Production Assistant

SBTS is seeking to fill the seasonal full-time position of Production Assistant for our 2026 Summer Season. 

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Length of contract: 12 weeks, June 9th to August 30th 2026

Rate of Pay: $20/hour + vac pay (35hours per week)

 

NOTICE: ***This is an NS SKILLS funded position. All applicants must be returning students to a Nova Scotia based post-secondary school/institution.***

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The Production Assistant positions will assist with all aspects of company operations, reporting to the Production Designer and Production Stage Manager, during the 2026 professional summer theatre season at Shakespeare By The Sea.

 

The position will allow returning post-secondary school students gained incredibly valuable real-world experience working towards deadlines alongside artists, designers and crew in a professional setting.

 

Duties/Responsibilities will include:

Working with the Production Design and Costume Design team to build and maintain set, costumes and props elements, assisting with daily set-up and strike of the performance venue (Onstage and Front of House), hanging/focusing lighting equipment, setting up/striking sound equipment, assisting the Production Stage Manager or Front of House manager with specific tasks during the running of the shows, attending production meetings as needed.

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