Artist Management Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

ABOUT US

Founded in 1963 and recipient of the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, Seattle Rep remains one of the countrys leading not-for-profit regional theaters. Bold stories, brilliant artists, and passionate audiences come together to shape each season at Seattle Rep, which includes everything from new play workshops to world premieres, celebrated classics, and recent Broadway hits. Over the decades, weve launched landmark productions, provided training opportunities to generations of youth and emerging theater practitioners, and built programs that expand access to theater for audiences of all ages from across our diverse community.

We are powered by a year-round staff of professionals who are passionate about making theater that matters, and we believe that their best work happens when everyone feels seen and valued. This culture is fully reflected in our:

Mission

Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of our region.

Vision

Theater at the heart of public life

Values

Artistic Vitality, Sustainability, Generous and Inclusive Practices

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Assistant Company Manager role exists to support the Company Manager in all aspects of artist care. This role works both in-office, and often in designated offsite locations to handle artist needs, travel and housing errands, artist hospitality, and more.

Collaborate with the Company Manager to

• Assist with transport of oversized artist boxes, tour trunks, deliveries, musical equipment, welcome bags, and other additional housing amenities as needed

• Assist in the maintenance of company resident apartments and set standard of excellence in lodging

• Purchase apartment supplies, furniture, and union-required items

• Schedule and supervise apartment cleaning staff

• Assist in maintaining relationships with apartment managers, corporate housing partners, and hotel sales managers

Provide Administrative Support

• Assist in processing reimbursable and vendor invoices including apartment bills, vendor invoices, reimbursable artist expenses, and other miscellaneous billing

• Assist in scheduling and tracking physical therapy appointments for artists, and maintaining relationships with therapists

• Assist with company hospitality, morale, and theatre-wide events

Serve as an essential contributor to Seattle Reps culture and success

• Add constructively to the collaborative and collegial health of the organization

• Actively participate in the EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion) work of the organization

• Engage with and strive to advance Seattle Reps mission, vision, and values in all aspects of work

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Commitment to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace via decisive action including consistently seeking out opportunities for self and community improvement in the areas of racial equity, accessibility, gender inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity.

• Minimum one-year experience in administrative and/or customer service

• Computer literacy and accuracy a must: MS Office software, internet research, etc.

• Strong diplomacy, tactfulness, interpersonal, multitasking, and teamwork skills

• Ability to positively problem solve

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in written form

• Ability to work in a highly organized, detail-oriented manner

• Demonstrated ability to appropriately manage confidential information

• Experience in successfully meeting deadlines under pressure with grace and humor

• Ability to work an agreed-upon, varied schedule, including evening and weekend hours

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid drivers license and car

• Ability to lift 30 lbs or more

• Arts & theatre industry experience a plus

Seattle Rep is excited about and actively working towards becoming a more diverse, anti-racist organization. We are interested in attracting, developing, and advancing the most talented individuals regardless of their race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status or any other dimension of diversity. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.

Every candidate brings something special to the table. If your experience and skills don't perfectly align with the job qualifications but you are excited about the role, feel your values align well with the Rep, and are willing to strive for excellence in your work, please apply. We will train the right candidate.

TO BE CONSIDERED

1. Submit a resume detailing related experience and education
2. Submit a cover letter that outlines how your related experience and education qualifies you for the position and illustrates why you want to work at Seattle Rep.

Applications will be reviewed once the position has closed.

At Seattle Rep, we are committed to finding the right fit for our team through a personalized, human-centered review process. Members of this positions application/resume review team will carefully evaluate your materials.

Applications will be reviewed until role is filled.

Workplace accessibility and accommodations can be discussed with HR once an offer of employment has been extended.