Arts Venue Ops Lead: Rentals & Studios

Fine Arts Building; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Transit FSA

401k with employer match

Job summary

Fine Arts Building in Chicago seeks an Assistant General Manager to support Studebaker Theater operations, contracts, and rental studios. You will manage calendars, rental communications, and data tracking, ensuring smooth production planning and stakeholder satisfaction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the General Manager and Managing Artistic Director, with emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and anti-racist practices while handling day-to-day administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Degree in Arts Administration or equivalent professional experience.
• Understanding of non-profits and commercial producing models.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive problem solving in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Commitment to inclusivity and anti-racist practices.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suites.
• Experience with Airtable is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rentals of rehearsal studios, including renter communications and scheduling.
• Maintain operational systems including contracting, calendar management and data tracking.
• Support contracting, fee tracking, billing and maintaining records for timely deliverables.
• Prepare Weekly Settlement Statements for renters.
• Maintain up-to-date records of key organizational data used by management.
• Handle day-to-day administrative office operations including receipts, reimbursements, inventory, and deliveries.
• Collaborate effectively with clients from diverse production backgrounds.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Airtable

Team collaboration

Event coordination

Education

Arts Administration degree

Tools

Airtable

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fine Arts Building in Chicago seeks an Assistant General Manager to support Studebaker Theater operations, contracts, and rental studios. You will manage calendars, rental communications, and data tracking, ensuring smooth production planning and stakeholder satisfaction.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the General Manager and Managing Artistic Director, with emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and anti-racist practices while handling day-to-day administrative duties.