Careers & Part Time Jobs

Help Make the Magic Happen

With live performances, our Worlds of Puppetry Museum and a host of educational programming, the Center is always looking for talented professionals from a variety of disciplines to work with us.

Why Work at the Center for Puppetry Arts

Amazing People
We’re proud to work with an amazing team of artists, stagehands and volunteers who make the experience of coming to the Center a fun on each day.
Resume-worthy Experience
With our small band of dedicated team members, we can ensure that all hires have the opportunity to fill their resume with valuable, hands-on work experience.
Discounts & Other Benefits
As an employee of the Center you will be able to receive discounted admission to shows and events for friends and loved ones, as well as standard compensation.
Opportunity to Grow
Once you have worked at the Center for Puppetry Arts, you’ll be part of a network of Atlanta artists and theaters, making it easy to continue your growth in the arts.
New Postings

Now Hiring!

Museum Director

The Center for Puppetry Arts is seeking a Museum Director to oversee staff, manage budgets, curate exhibitions, and develop programs, enhancing operations and engagement.

Production Manager

The Center for Puppetry Arts is hiring a Production Manager to oversee technical operations for theatrical productions, events, and collaborations. The role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of theater technical aspects, and teamwork. Responsibilities include managing calendars, interdepartmental communication, supervising production overhire, expense reconciliation, coordinating technical needs for guest artists, and assisting Scene Shop and Electrics staff.

Office Manager and Administrative Assistant

We are seeking a highly organized and initiative-taking Office Manager/Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic non-profit organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing office operations, providing high-level administrative support to the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and other assigned leadership staff, and ensuring the smooth functioning of our busy office.

Property Services Coordinator

The Property Services Coordinator, part of the Operations Department, ensures facility cleanliness and maintenance through general cleaning, maintenance, and scheduled repairs for the building, grounds, equipment, and systems. This position will occasionally assist the Guest Services team with patron parking and group wayfinding.

Overhire Electrician

The Center for Puppetry Arts is accepting resumes to fill its ever-growing list of electricians for part-time opportunities on an as-needed basis. Overhire work generally involves striking, hanging, cabling, and focusing lighting instruments. Specific duties are outlined by the Master Electrician during the planning process to fill specific needs.  

Internship Opportunities

We currently offer two regular internships. Please click on the links below for descriptions of the positions, including instructions for applying: 

Collections Management

Archives

Please check back as new internship positions become available. For all internship questions, please email daniherd@puppet.org. Thank you! 

Center for Puppetry Arts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, creed, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

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