WORK WITH US
This month, the HAT will be hiring an unknown number of Summer Students for a variety of jobs through the summer months. These positions will be partially funded by one of two employment programs and we expect to hear the results of our requests soon.
At the Highland Arts Theatre, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us for an unforgettable Summer of storytelling and artistry as we bring compelling theatre to life
in the heart of Cape Breton!
Scroll below for more information on the positions.
Potential Responsibilities Include:
performance, summer camp teaching and/or assisting, assistant stage management, assistant music direction, assistant choreography, assistant direction, crew, patron services, concessions, archiving, organization, and special projects.
All positions will be 30-35 hours/week at a pay scale of $16/hour plus vacation pay.
Position durations range from 8 to 14 weeks between the months of May and August.
To qualify for one of these positions, you must fit one of two criterion:
1) Be a returning student based in Nova Scotia (leaving grade 12 or a post-secondary program and re-entering a program in September)
2) Be 30 years old or less by September 2025 and a Canadian citizen
You must be at least 16 years old to be eligible for either category.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
April 16 at 11:50pm
Please click the button below and fill out the form to the best of your ability.
If you have any questions, you can reach us at: admin@highlandartstheatre.com
NOTE:
If you are wishing to be considered for any performance positions, you must submit an audition for our 2025 Summer Productions by the deadline of this application (April 16 at 11:50pm).
Audition information can be found here:
https://www.highlandartstheatre.com/audition-summer-2025