WHO: Manhattan Theatre Club

POSITION: Artistic Administrative Assistant

DESCRIPTION: Manhattan Theatre Club (MTC), a Tony Award-winning nonprofit theatre dedicated to the production of contemporary plays and musicals, seeks a full time Artistic Administrative Assistant. For over forty years, MTC has been the creative and artistic home for America’s most gifted theatrical artists, producing works of the highest quality by contemporary American and international playwrights. MTC produces eight plays annually in Broadway’s restored Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on West 47th Street and off Broadway at the historic NY City Center complex on West 55th Street.

The Artistic Administrative Assistant will support the day-to-day functions of the Artistic Director, and Artistic Production office including heavy phone coverage, drafting correspondence, travel and transportation arrangements, scheduling and planning, maintaining an artistic database and other general clerical duties. Excellent organizational and communication skills, a strong ability to prioritize, precise writing ability and an absolute attention to detail are essential. Bachelor’s degree is required, as well as a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook/Exchange. Also required are a good sense of humor and the potential to thrive while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. 1-2 years of previous assistant experience is preferred.

This is a full time, salaried position with excellent benefits. Benefits package including: group health insurance with options for spousal, family, and/or domestic partner coverage, basic life and long term disability insurance, paid time off, optional 401(k), voluntary dental and vision coverage, and flex savings plans for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses.

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume (in MS Word, PDF or plain text format), and salary requirements with “Artistic Administrative Assistant” as the subject line to: Vincent Losito, Director, Human Resources, at jobs@mtc-nyc.org.