Hiring for BOX OFFICE ASSOCIATES for Open Eye Theatre 2026-2027 Season!!

Open Eye Theatre is looking for new members to join our team of Box Office Associates!  Come be part of an exciting 2026-2027 season...and beyond!

About Open Eye

We're an award-winning creative home for art that dares to be different, located in the vibrant heart of South Minneapolis.  Our eclectic programming is what makes us different: a thrilling array of theater, music, puppetry and storytelling!  We present a MainStage Season of 4-5 shows that run between 4-6 weeks, and a dynamic Guest Artist Series of presentations that run anywhere from 1 night to 3 weeks.  Our Box Officer Associate position is ideal for someone seeking a flexible schedule, a creative team environment, and the opportunity to experience some of the best live performance the Twin Cities has to offer!  Learn more about our history and space here!

To Apply

1. Review the Box Office Associate job description below.
2. Email your resume and a brief letter of interest to our Patron Services Manager, Viva Graff ([email protected])

We look forward to meeting you!

Box Office Associate 

Reports to: Patron Services Manager

Hours: Part-time, flexible & dependant on show schedule

Pay Rate: $18/hr

Job Summary

At Open Eye Theatre (OET), Box Office Associates create a welcoming environment for our patrons and handle ticket sales for our shows and events. They also are responsible for the security of cash and guest lists, as well as the cleaning and maintenance of the theater the day of a performance.

Essential Functions

• Process ticket sales and exchanges using software tools (AudienceView), as well as use this software to generate a guest list.
• Greet and check in patrons as they arrive.
• Respond to patron inquiries over phone and email.
• Tidy all public-facing areas of the theater prior to patron arrival and after the show.
• Communicate with Stage Managers regarding opening the house and show start times.
• Manage volunteer ushers.
• Count and record box office and concessions cash before and after the show; secure for Patron Services Manager to process.
• Complete a simple performance report for every show.
• Arrange outdoor seating and signage prior to the show; arrange additional seating inside the theater as needed.
• Additional administrative tasks as needed.

Additional Concessionaire Function If  Desired

• While not a required function of the Box Office Associate position, Associates are welcome to also be cross-trained as Concessionaires, picking up additional shifts to sell pre-show and intermission beverages. In this position, concessionaires must learn basic functions of the OET concession POS system (Square) and act as support for concessionaires in case an issue arises. Concessionaire shifts are scheduled separately from Box Office Associate shifts, with a rate of $16.37/ hr + tips. 

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Free tickets to attend shows on nights you are not scheduled
• Creative and inclusive environment

Availability Required

• Open Eye productions are generally scheduled Thursday/Friday/Saturday evenings, with additional Sunday matinee & evenings shows.  There are periodically other shows presented on Monday evenings.  The typical Box Office shift can vary from show-to-show, but is usually between 3-4 hours long, from 5:30pm-9:30pm.

How to Apply

• Interest individuals should email Viva Graff, Patron Services Manager, with a resume and a brief note expressing interest and availability.  [email protected]