Theatre Company Manager – Housing Included

Playwright Co; New York (NY); Hybride; USD 37 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Housing provided

Résumé du poste

Gateway Playhouse seeks an experienced Company Manager to oversee day-to-day administration, logistics, communication, and care of its company members and guest artists in Bellport, NY. The role acts as the primary liaison between artists and the theatre, supporting residency from arrival through rehearsals, performances, and departure. Start Date: November 1, 2026.

Compensation: $41,000 per year. Housing: Furnished company housing and utilities provided at no cost. Introductory Period: 90 days.

Qualifications

• One to three years professional experience in Company Management, General Management, Stage Management, or a comparable theatrical management role.
• Working knowledge of professional theatre operations and unions (AEA, SDC, Local 802 preferred).
• Superior organizational, communication, management and problem solving skills.
• Experience with payroll preparation, expense tracking, and related administrative processes.
• Strong judgment, discretion, diplomacy, and an artist-centered approach.
• Ability to remain calm, responsive, and flexible in a changing live theatre environment.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Availability to work onsite in Bellport, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsabilités

• Serve as the primary contact for guest artists and company members throughout their residency.
• Manage day-to-day company operations, communications, schedules, and administrative needs.
• Coordinate guest artist travel, arrivals, departures, local transportation, housing assignments, and related logistics.
• Coordinate housing readiness, cleaning, linens, maintenance, and repairs with Gateway Playhouse Facilities.
• Prepare and verify weekly company payroll, reimbursements, union benefits, and related documentation for processing by General Management.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable union agreements, including AEA, SDC, and Local 802, and help ensure Gateway Playhouse meets its contractual obligations.
• Track Company Management expenses and operate within approved budgets.
• Assist company members with medical needs, workplace injuries, workers compensation documentation, and other issues during residency.
• Address company concerns and assist General Management with conflict resolution, disciplinary matters, and union communication as appropriate.
• Provide or arrange appropriate Company Management coverage during rehearsals, technical rehearsals, performances, and other production activities.
• Work closely with Stage Management, Production Management, Artistic, Facilities, and other departments on matters affecting company members.
• Collect and maintain artist bios, headshots, billing, credits, and other information required for programs and Marketing.
• Submit approved company and complimentary ticket requests to the Box Office.
• Coordinate artist hospitality, opening nights, Press/company events, and other activities supporting the company experience and morale.

Connaissances

Payroll experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Diplomacy

Adaptability

Driving license

On-site availability

Description du poste

Gateway Playhouse seeks an experienced Company Manager to oversee day-to-day administration, logistics, communication, and care of its company members and guest artists in Bellport, NY. The role acts as the primary liaison between artists and the theatre, supporting residency from arrival through rehearsals, performances, and departure. Start Date: November 1, 2026.

Compensation: $41,000 per year. Housing: Furnished company housing and utilities provided at no cost. Introductory Period: 90 days.