Company Manager (Kiser Theater)

Title: Company Manager (Kiser Theater)

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt, Seasonal

Pay Rate: $1,200 per week

Reports to: Associate General Manager

Department: General Management

Location: New York, New York (onsite)

About Second Stage Theater

At Second Stage, we create and champion plays and musicals solely from living American writers. On our mainstage Broadway theater, the Hayes, and in our two Off-Broadway theaters over the past 40 years, we have developed and presented over 200 daring and provocative theatrical experiences by working with countless artists who have contributed their talents to our award-winning productions. As the only Broadway company exclusively devoted to living American writers, Second Stage is dedicated to introducing the world to bold and diverse voices of American creativity.

Position Overview

The Second Stage Theater General Management department is seeking a full time, seasonal Company Manager for its off-Broadway production of Breaking the Story by Alexis Scheer at the Tony Kiser Theater. Reporting to the Associate General Manager, the Company Manager will be the primary liaison between the company and the General Management office and will support all administrative activities for the production.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cover all rehearsals and performances during the run at the Tony Kiser Theater; serving as Second Stage’s liaison with cast and crew at all rehearsals and performances and creating a welcoming and positive environment for all company members.
• Support the General Management department in the tracking, drafting, execution and filing of artist contracts.
• Process onboarding paperwork and weekly payroll for company members and remit Dues, Pension and Health Reports to Finance Department and the appropriate unions.
• With the Associate General Manager, track and facilitate payment of all fees for designers, assistants, playwrights and directors.
• Track and manage budgets related to all assigned projects, including but not limited to: payroll, special events and general company management expenses.
• Arrange travel and secure short-term local housing for all out-of-town artists.
• Coordinate meet & greets and all other events involving company members.
• Maintain contact information for agents, cast and creative team members.
• Compile necessary materials and copy for Playbills, circulating for approval and maintaining bi-weekly print-cycles.
• Plan, source and distribute opening night gifts to company members.
• Manage local transportation arrangements for company members, as required.
• Manage company/house ticket requests including production related seats at previews and comp reconciliation reports.
• Participate in strategy discussions pertaining to ticket availability, house size and efforts to fill the house as necessary.
• Manage general production concierge requirements, including emergency health and wellness appointments.
• Represent General Management at rehearsals, events and production meetings as requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager and Associate General Manager.

• At least two years of Company Management or experience in a General Management office required
• Attention to detail, a positive spirit and a sense of humor
• Ability to problem-solve and facilitate solutions to issues
• Ability to work productively under time pressures and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and exercise excellent decision-making skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office required; experience with Tessitura a plus

Work Environment

Time will be spent in an office with quiet to moderate noise level and occasionally in the theatre with often loud and amplified noises. The office environment requires using the computer, phone, and other routine office equipment. Majority of the work will be performed inside at room temperature.

Physical Requirements

Position requires long periods of sitting. While sitting in the office, employee is required to use hands, wrists, and fingers for keyboard and other office equipment. The employee may often use stairs throughout the day and walk throughout the theatres.

Schedule & Term of Employment

This is a full-time, seasonal position. Position is available begining ASAP / by April 8, 2024. Contract term is through June 30, 2024 with a possible extension. Core hours for this position will be Tuesday through Sunday and will require being onsite on evenings and weekends by nature of Second Stage’s performance and events schedule.

EEO Statement

Second Stage is dedicated to building an equitable and inclusive working environment that reflects diversity across lines of difference. Individuals from populations underrepresented in the theater field - including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender and non-binary candidates - are strongly encouraged to apply. This position will remain open until filled and until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified.

All positions at Second Stage are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Second Stage, visit www.2st.com.