The National Jeongdong Theater is currently accepting applications for three contract positions as part of its first recruitment drive of 2026. The openings, announced on February 27th, span roles supporting the executive office, front-of-house operations, and stage management. This hiring initiative reflects the theater’s commitment to bolstering its team as it prepares for a busy season of performances and cultural events.
The available positions include a Representative Executive Assistant, a Youth Intern for House Operations, and a Stage Director to cover maternity exit. These roles offer opportunities to contribute to the vibrant cultural landscape of Seoul, with a focus on providing support to the theater’s artistic and administrative functions. The National Jeongdong Theater emphasizes a blind recruitment process, prioritizing qualifications over personal background.
Available Positions
The National Jeongdong Theater is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:
- Representative Executive Assistant (Management Team): This contract position will provide direct support to the CEO, including administrative assistance and personal support. One position is available.
- Youth Intern (Performance Planning Team): This internship, open to applicants under 34 years of age, focuses on house operations, encompassing performance management, customer service, and administrative support for artistic events. One position is available.
- Stage Director (Stage Arts Team): A maternity leave replacement position at a 6th-grade equivalent level, this role involves overseeing stage direction for performances. One position is available.
Qualifications and Working Conditions
The theater states that all applicants must meet basic qualifications, including having no legal impediments to employment, being under retirement age, and possessing no restrictions regarding gender, education level, or location.
Successful candidates can expect a function schedule of 40 hours per week, with the possibility of flexible working arrangements and occasional weekend work depending on the performance schedule. The standard work week for contract and intern positions is Monday through Friday. The maternity leave replacement position may require a Tuesday through Saturday schedule. The employment period for most positions extends from the date of hire through December 31, 2026, with the maternity leave replacement ending on September 30, 2026.
Salaries are determined according to internal regulations, with additional allowances provided as applicable. The Representative Executive Assistant position offers an annual salary of at least 27,092,680 Korean Won, as detailed in a recent job posting. Benefits include enrollment in the four major insurance programs (National Pension, Employment Insurance, Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance, and Health Insurance).
The National Jeongdong Theater is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment practices, as highlighted in its official recruitment announcement. Interested individuals are encouraged to review the detailed job descriptions, available as PDF downloads on the National Jeongdong Theater website.
The application deadline is currently seven days from February 27, 2026. Those seeking more information about the application process can visit the National Jeongdong Theater’s recruitment site.
As the National Jeongdong Theater continues to be a cornerstone of Korean performing arts, these new positions offer exciting opportunities for individuals passionate about contributing to a thriving cultural institution. The theater’s commitment to a blind recruitment process underscores its dedication to fostering a diverse and talented workforce.
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