Assistant Company Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

DEPARTMENT: Production, Company Management
REPORTS TO: Company Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Part-time; Seasonal; Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $26/hr; paid sick and bereavement leave; staff holiday pay; access to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan; complimentary and discounted tickets; institutional professional development opportunities; free parking within walking distance, and additional perks.
LOCATION & SCHEDULE: This is an in-person position reporting to our administrative offices and theaters located at 91 University Place in Princeton, NJ. Schedule will include late nights and weekends. It may also include some holidays, as scheduled in advance. Weekly schedules can average around 15-35 hours dependent on production needs and availability.
START DATE: This position will begin on or around August 17. Work is anticipated to be available through at least November 1st, 2026, but possibly through early June 2027.
POSITION SUMMARY
McCarter Theatre Center is seeking Company Management Assistants to join our Production team. Working closely with the Company Manager and Assistant Company Manager, Company Management Assistants play a vital role in supporting the visiting artists who bring our productions to life - helping ensure their time at McCarter is smooth, welcoming, and well-supported. This hands-on role spans artist travel and logistics, housing maintenance, event support, and a range of day-to-day responsibilities that keep our company operations running.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

• Assist in coordinating and executing local ground transportation for Theatre Series company members, including airport pickups and drop-offs, as needed.
• Run errands for Theatre Series company and Presented Event artists, including grocery runs and supply procurement.
• Prepare, maintain, and stock McCarter-managed artist housing before and throughout each artist's stay.
• Assist in developing and distributing welcome and onboarding materials for visiting Theatre Series artists and stage managers.
• Provide attentive, responsive hospitality to artists in residence, anticipating needs and addressing requests in a timely manner.
• Support staff-wide wellness events, social gatherings, celebrations, and all-staff projects in collaboration with the Company Management team and other departments.
• Prioritize safe working practices while embodying McCarter's safety and community expectations policies to maintain a secure environment for all staff, guest artists, and other collaborators.
• Engage in the ongoing work of fostering an equitable and inclusive environment at McCarter. Actively seek ways to improve work practices to ensure greater accessibility, representation, and belonging for all, while upholding and exhibiting our stated values of "justice and joy, beauty and belonging."

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated proficiency using standard software and web-based applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects; maintain confidential information with discretion; exercise good judgement in heightened situations.
• Exceptional diplomacy, interpersonal, and teamwork skills; a proven track record of building and nurturing relationships with customers and colleagues alike
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, and maintain composure while making swift decisions and solving problems, all with a sense of humor
• Dedication to providing superior customer service, with a warm and welcoming demeanor that fosters a positive experience for all artists and guests
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to work, with the ability to build effective relationships across a team of people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and work styles.
• This position requires a valid background check with motor vehicle screening prior to start.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Tessitura and/or ArtsVision systems.
• Experience working as a stage or events manager
• Working knowledge of the AEA, SDC, USA, and LORT
• An enthusiasm for the performing arts, with particular interest in supporting and elevating the work of global artists across many disciplines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must have valid US driver's license; comfortable driving a 15-passenger van in various weather conditions including heavy rain and snow.
• Led by our core values, McCarter fosters and expects a culture of care and respect for the wellbeing of our staff. We seek individuals who share our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.
• In-person work will primarily be completed in a shared office space at 91 University Pl, Princeton, NJ with HVAC cooling/heating, as well as various rented apartment units for artist housing.
• This position entails extended periods of standing while moving and engaging in physical activity, manual dexterity for occasionally operating office equipment, and the ability to read and interpret documents, while sporadically requiring lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds (e.g. furniture, tables/chairs, etc.), engaging in repetitive tasks, sitting, walking, bending, and reaching within the office and housing environments, including navigating stairs. These tasks are part of the role; reasonable accommodations are available.
• Employees in this role will use a personal mobile device for limited work-related functions, including secure system access through multi-factor authentication tools, and artist communications via messaging applications (e.g., Signal or WhatsApp).

This job posting describes the general nature and level of work expected in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications, and may be modified as needed.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
McCarter is one of the country's flagship theatres, a vibrant center for community and for the performing arts, and a key cultural anchor for Central New Jersey. Located on the campus of Princeton University and incorporated as an independent, charitable nonprofit, the company is a nationally renowned, multi-disciplinary creative hub of arts and ideas, offering theatre, music, dance, spoken word, and educational programs for all ages.
A two-time Tony Award winner, McCarter's legacy of artistic excellence traces back to the theatre's first performances in 1930. A home for new play development and world premieres, the company has launched numerous works that have gone on to tens of thousands of performances reaching millions of audience members around the world.
Among the 100,000 community members who directly participate in the company's work every year, more than 7,500 are students taking part in McCarter's robust arts-in-education offerings. The company offers more than 20 annual in-school residencies in classrooms in Princeton and Trenton, hosts schools from throughout the region for student matinee performances, and offers need-based scholarships to every one of its dozens of educational after-school and summer programs each year. Co-led by Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Executive Director Martin Miller, McCarter leads with values of "justice and joy, and beauty in belonging," creating stories and experiences that enliven minds, expand imaginations, and engage communities.
TO APPLY
Please visit our Career Center page to apply for this position. Though a resume is not required, we welcome any additional context you would like to share about your experience and interest in this role. We look forward to learning more about you and the perspective you would bring to the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY COMMITMENT
McCarter is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring, supporting, and promoting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We seek team members who bring a range of backgrounds and experiences in support of an expansive artistic vision; who are committed to ongoing anti-racism and anti-oppression work, both individually and collectively; and who value collaboration, curiosity, flexibility, and continuous personal and professional growth.
We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed. Many skills are transferable, and we recognize that strong candidates may bring relevant experience, intuition, and perspective gained through a variety of paths. McCarter is committed to on-the-job training and mentorship.
McCarter Theatre Center is also committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants who require accommodations may contact Human Resources at (609) 258-6500 or email jobs@mccarter.org.