Training and Professional Programs Manager Berkeley Repertory Theatre (Berkeley Rep) has grown from a storefront stage to an international leader in innovative theatre. Known for its ambition, relevance, and excellence, as well as its adventurous audience, the nonprofit has provided a welcoming home for emerging and established artists since 1968. Over 6 million people have enjoyed more than 500 shows at Berkeley Rep, including 85 world premieres. Berkeley Rep shows have gone on to win 8 Tony Awards, 9 Obie Awards, 11 Drama Desk Awards, 1 Grammy Award, 1 Pulitzer Prize, and many other honors. In recognition of its place on the national stage, Berkeley Rep received the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre in 1997. Through its annual seven-play season, together with up to four special event presentations, Berkeley Rep invites audiences to enjoy an eclectic range of theatrical experiences featuring diverse artistic voices, themes, and perspectives. Reporting to the Director of the School of Theatre, Berkeley Rep seeks a dynamic educator, facilitator, and arts administrator to serve as Training and Professional Programs Manager. This position leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of public training programs serving adult learners and supports strategic expansion of youth programming. The Training and Professional Programs Manager is responsible for developing sequential curriculum pathways, recruiting and supporting teaching artists, and maintaining high-quality learning experiences aligned with Berkeley Rep's artistic values. In addition, this position leads Berkeley Rep's Professional Development initiatives, designing and facilitating theatre-based workshops for businesses, schools, and community organizations throughout the Bay Area. Through applied theatre practices such as improvisation, ensemble-building, and Theatre of the Oppressed techniques, these programs support communication, collaboration, creativity, and adaptive thinking across professional environments. With a strong understanding of theatre practice, adult learning, and arts education, the Training and Professional Programs Manager maintains Berkeley Rep's reputation as a leader in rigorous, inclusive, and innovative arts training.
Duties and Responsibilities
Public Training Programs (Classes):
Develop and maintain a rotating schedule of theatre training programs for youth and adult learners in disciplines such as acting, improvisation, playwriting, and related practices.
Design a slate of 100-130 classes across the season, ensuring classes align with income goals, space usage, Teaching Artist availability, and the department's educational values.
Take direct responsibility for income goals for on-site School of Theatre classes.
Support the strategic expansion of youth programming (grades 1–12), ensuring curriculum is developmentally appropriate and aligned with sequential skill-building.
Support the planning and day to day operations of summer camp programming.
Oversee workshop offerings, including curriculum development and implementation.
Serve as the first point of contact for student, parent, and Teaching Artist concerns.
Maintain familiarity with trends in theatre training, arts education, and adult learning methodologies.
Teach classes as appropriate to remain connected to artistic practice and participant experience.
Collaborate with the Director to ensure programming reflects Berkeley Rep's artistic mission and community values.
Professional Development Programs:
Grow the School of Theatre's Professional Development program, identifying and cultivating new partnerships with businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations.
Design and facilitate theatre-based professional development workshops for businesses, educational institutions, and community partners.
Conduct needs assessments with partner organizations to tailor workshop content and learning outcomes.
Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and communication for professional development engagements.
Collaborate with the Director, School of Theatre, to develop pricing structures and program growth strategy.
Track feedback and outcomes to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for growth.
Teaching Artists:
In coordination with the Director, School of Theatre, lead recruitment and selection processes for Teaching Artists, including onboarding and curriculum development. In collaboration with the Director, School of Theatre, provide mid-level performance management for Teaching Artists. Ensure workflow efficiency, standardized procedures and training, and quality of instruction. Provide ongoing constructive feedback to Teaching Artists, identifying skill gaps, and providing coaching and training, as needed. Work closely with the Director, School of Theatre, to implement corrective action, as requested. Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to ensure high-quality teaching and learning experiences. Coordinate meetings and communication among teaching artists to support collaboration and consistency across programs. Serve as a liaison between teaching artists and administrative staff regarding scheduling, materials, and program needs. Ensure teaching artists are supported in aligning curriculum with Berkeley Rep's educational philosophy and values.
Other:
Demonstrate intermediate Tessitura skills, including the ability to pull class rosters, run financial reports for classes, and add notes to student files.
Perform basic data management, including but not limited to compiling, analysis, and data storytelling. Using data and student feedback, create visuals, presentations, and narratives to tell a compelling story to SoT's partners, funders, and constituents.
Actively participate in workshops and trainings, including company meetings, harassment prevention, bystander intervention and other antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives.
Demonstrates a high degree of coach-ability and ability to integrate feedback into daily workflows and processes.
All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills:
A competitive candidate will have experience developing curriculum and facilitating arts-based learning experiences for adult learners and/or youth populations, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, clear communication practices, and a commitment to inclusive learning environments. A minimum of four years of experience teaching theatre, facilitating workshops, or developing arts-based learning programs. Strong communication and organizational skills, particularly in collaborative environments. Experience supporting or supervising teaching artists, facilitators, or educators. Ability to manage multiple timelines, priorities, and program logistics. Familiarity with budgeting processes and program planning. Experience working with Customer Relationship Management software (CRMs). Experience with Tessitura or Patron Manager is a plus. Experience designing or facilitating professional development workshops is a plus. Familiarity with applied theatre practices such as improvisation or Theatre of the Oppressed is a plus. Knowledge of adult learning principles and/or youth development practices is a plus. Commitment to antiracism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and access. Ability to work evenings and weekends as programming requires. High degree of emotional intelligence, adaptability, and cultural competency. Comfort working in collaborative, creative environments.
Application Procedure:
Berkeley Rep is an equal opportunity employer and offers a full range of employee benefits including 85% employer-paid health and dental insurance, optional vision, FSA, and 403(b) plans, professional development support, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Online submissions only. Please include a cover letter and résumé when you submit your application. Persons from diverse backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. Berkeley Rep will contact candidates of interest. Please, no calls or faxes. Only complete submissions will be considered. Please apply by June 15 for priority consideration.
