Prompter/ On-Book Reader

On-Book Prompter

The Public is seeking interested individuals to serve as On-Book Prompters to assist our creative teams by following along in the script and providing lines as actors call for them.

The ideal candidate will be punctual, have strong reading and recitation skills

Key Responsibilities

• Arrive on time for your call.
• Follow along with the script at all times.
• Provide lines when actors call for them.
  
  

Skills, Experiences And Qualifications

• Punctuality – please arrive on time for your calls.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to focus solely on the script.
• Agility to respond when actors call for line.
• Follow direction.
  
  

As a condition of employment, the Public will require all employees who report to work on site (either at the Public Theater or any other workspace or performing location) to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and booster. The Public will provide exceptions only for employees with an approved medical or religious exemption.

Compensation

This position is compensated at a rate of $18.00 per hour.

The Public is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status.

This is a non-exempt position, according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Position is available immediately.

THIS IS AN EVERGREEN POSITION, meaning we hire for this whenever we have a need and per project, so you may not hear back immediately.

To be considered, please apply via our online portal: https://publictheater.org/footer/new-careers/

And to be considered for shifts, please also join our Airtable:

https://airtable.com/shrD0JWiJ78ceDpev

Please do both if you wish to be considered.

Please e-mail jobs@publictheater.org if you’ve any questions about this position or the application.