Theatre Assistant (Entertainment)

TL;DR

Theatre Assistant (Entertainment): Providing administrative and operational support to a Literary Theatre Agent representing writers, directors, and composers with an accent on scheduling, client management, and industry research. Focus on managing high-volume communications, analyzing scripts, and facilitating client discovery and contract tracking.

Location: On-Site in New York City, NY (in-person 5 days/wk)

Salary: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Company

A leading global entertainment agency representing top talent across the theatre, film, and television industries.

What you will do

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including heavy phone management, coordinating meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Read scripts, attend theatrical performances, and provide research and feedback on industry trends.
• Manage client invoicing, accounting tasks, and track the status of contract negotiations.
• Assist in new client discovery and pursuit, and prepare professional pitch materials for submissions.
• Handle ticket requests and reservations for agents, colleagues, and high-profile clients.
• Conduct data analysis and research on current events to support agency projects.

Requirements

• Must be based in New York City, NY for full-time on-site work (5 days per week).
• At least 1 year of experience within an agency, theatre company, or entertainment organization.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Deep passion for and knowledge of the theatre community.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• BA/BS from an accredited University or College (preferred).

Culture & Benefits

• Significant opportunities for long-term career growth within the agency.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses.
• Dynamic, high-energy work environment at a world-renowned agency.