Company Manager-Seasonal - Signature Theatre Company

COMPANY MANAGER -SIGNATURE THEATRE



Signature Theatre, one of New York's leading off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a Company Manager for The Pershing Square Signature Center on West 42nd Street.



About Signature

Signature Theatre is an artistic home for storytellers. By producing several plays from each Resident Writer, Signature offers a deep dive into their bodies of work. Founded in 1991 by James Houghton, Signature Theatre is now led by Artistic Director Paige Evans and Executive Director Timothy J. McClimon. Signature serves its mission by hosting our distinctive playwright residencies at our permanent home at The Pershing Square Signature Center, a three-theatre facility on West 42nd Street designed by Frank Gehry Architects. The Center supports and encourages collaboration among artists, cultural organizations, and local communities by providing free, public access throughout the space. In addition to its three intimate theatres, the Center features a studio theatre, a rehearsal studio and a public café and bar. Since its founding, Signature has received over 100 awards and in 2014 became the first New York theatre to receive the Regional Tony Award.



EDIA

Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theatre field and aligning with Signature theatre’s institutional goals and priorities focused on playwrights, community and access are strongly encouraged to apply.



Signature is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and welcomes candidates who have demonstrable experience advocating for underrepresented communities.



Please read our commitment to creating a theatre focused on EDIA at signaturetheatre.org



Position Summary

Signature Theatre, one of New York’s leading Off-Broadway theatres, is seeking a Seasonal Company Manager to join the General Management team for our upcoming 2023-2024 Season. Our season’s productions include SUNSET BABY by Dominique Morisseau, ORLANDO by Sarah Ruhl and THREE HOUSES by Dave Malloy.



Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Management department, the Company Manager’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as liaison between artists, management, and production personnel for Signature Theatre’s 2023-2024 Season.

• Draft and administer actor contracts and correspond with artist representatives.

• Provide onsite coverage at all rehearsals and performances, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to respond to the ongoing needs of each company.

• Manage travel, accommodations, and other special needs as they arise.

• Process all house seat and company ticket requests and manage ticket inventory in conjunction with Marketing and the box office.

• Process and distribute weekly company payroll and generate union reports.

• Track expenses and reconcile company management budget.

• Communicate Signature policies to the company.

• Organize company events including opening and closing nights, meet & greets, tech dinners and other special events as needed.

• Plan, source and distribute opening night gifts.

• With Associate General Manager, assist in overseeing an Assistant Company Manager.

• Perform other additional duties as assigned by Associate General Manager and General Manager.



Desired Skills and Experience

• At least two years of Company Manager experience or experience in a General Management office required.

• In-depth knowledge of the Off-Broadway community and theatrical unions (AEA, SDC, USA, 802).

• Strong team player who works well with others.

• Have a positive and proactive approach and demeanor.

• Possess a great attention to detail with strong organizational, written, and interpersonal skills.

• Amazing interpersonal communication with company and relaying to Signature administration.

• Easily adaptable and levelheaded to ever changing circumstances.

• Problem-solver and quick with solutions to issues.

• Detailed use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• Experience with Tessitura a plus.

• Ability to manage and oversee an Assistant Company Manager.

• Great sense of humor.

• The Seasonal company Manager role requires being onsite on evenings, weekends, and holidays.



Compensation

This is a full-time, seasonal, and exempt position. The weekly pay is $1,200.00. Accrued sick pay and accrued personal paid time off benefits are included.



Benefits

Benefits include group health, dental, and vision plans, as well as the opportunity to participate in tax-saving flexible spending, and commuter accounts.



To Apply

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/1988074/SIGNATURE-THEATRE-COMPANY-Inc/Company-Manager-Seasonal



Next Steps and Additional Details

Seeking to fill the position by November 2023. There will be two rounds of interviews.

• This is a full-time, seasonal/temporary, non-union position with a salary of $1,200.00/wk.

• Position begins on or about November 27, 2023. Candidates should have availability through mid-July 2024.

o SUNSET BABY begins rehearsals on January 2, 2024.

o ORLANDO begins rehearsals on March 5, 2024.

o THREE HOUSES begins rehearsals March 29, 2024.



Considerations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, affectional preference, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, disability, genetic predisposition, age, military, or veteran status, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


Salary: $1,200.00/week