Associate General Manager at Second Stage Theatre

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Negotiation, Contract Drafting, Artist Relations, Rights Clearance, Supervision, Budget Creation, Payroll Processing, Union Liaison, Performance Calendar Management, Collective Bargaining Preparation, Project Management, Problem-Solving, Organizational Skills, Attention To Detail, Analytical Skills

Industry

Performing Arts

Description

Classification: Full-Time, Exempt Pay Rate: $80,000 - $85,000 annually Reports to: General Manager Department: General Management Location: New York, New York (hybrid) About Second Stage Theater At Second Stage, we create and champion plays and musicals solely from contemporary American writers. On our mainstage Broadway theater, the Hayes, and in our 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 Associate General Manager to support the oversight of all administrative functions of Second Stage’s productions and events. Reporting to the General Manager, the Associate General Manager will be the primary negotiator in artist contracts and will be integral in the successful day-to-day operations of the institution’s Broadway and off-Broadway programming. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Negotiate and oversee drafting process of artist contracts (Non-union, SDC, USA and standard AEA contracts) for all 2ST productions and events, as well as commission agreements and studio rental agreements. * Assist with the drafting and processing of more intricate contracts, including but not limited to: author agreements, star contracts, co-production agreements and license agreements for full-production rentals. * Maintain successful relationships with all artist representation. * Manage ASCAP relationship and oversee rights clearances for all recorded musical compositions and IP authorizations for all copyrighted mediums used in 2ST productions. * Supervise the General Management Assistant, General Management Intern (if applicable) and Company Manager (Off-Broadway), and lead the advancement of their professional development initiatives. * Track all negotiated contractual billing and communicate requirements interdepartmentally. * Proof all 2ST collateral (e.g. announcements, ads, playbills, annual reports and invitations), and field cross-departmental inquiries for the facilitation of these documents, as well as grant requests. * Create first drafts of production budgets to be finalized in conjunction with General Manager. * With GM Assistant, process, approve and distribute weekly fee payments, invoices, royalty reports, and oversee the documented tracking of production expenses to be used for budget projections and reconciliation. * Approve and submit company payroll and accompanying union Dues, Pension and Health Reports to be prepared by Company Managers and/or General Management Assistant. * Serve as a liaison with union representatives; prepare concession requests; manage union reporting and bonding; research and negotiate special requests as needed. * Draft and maintain performance calendars for all 2ST productions in accordance with union regulations and communicate with artistic, marketing, ticketing and development departments to ensure that all production-adjacent events are incorporated correctly. * Source and compile required materials in preparation for collective bargaining negations for both LORT and local unions. * Collaborate with General Management Department on the interpretation and execution of all union obligations. Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications * Three to five years of related experience required; institutional non-profit (Broadway/Off-Broadway) theatre and theatrical general management highly desired; experience with LORT organizations a plus. * Outstanding communication and organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detail * Superior project management skills and keen ability to multi-task across various teams * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * An understanding of theatrical labor unions and collectively bargained agreements - (AEA, SDC, USA, 802). Familiarity with local unions (Local One, ATPAM, Locals 751, 764, 798) a plus. * Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate * A passion for professional development initiatives and creative institutional systems. 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. Background Check Second Stage Theater is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its employees, audiences, and other members of our community. In order to promote a safe environment and safeguard assets, Second Stage will conduct background screenings on final candidates after a conditional offer of employment has been made. BENEFITS SECOND STAGE OFFERS A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING VACATION, MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION INSURANCE, FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS, 401(K) RETIREMENT PLAN WITH EMPLOYER MATCH, LIFE INSURANCE AND SHORT AND LONG-TERM DISABILITY COVERAGE UPON ELIGIBILITY. EEO Statement Second Stage is dedicated to building an equitable and inclusive working environment that reflects a diversity of backgrounds and experiences. Individuals from populations underrepresented in the theater field are encouraged to apply. Second Stage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions at Second Stage are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, alienage, citizenship or immigration status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital or civil partnership/union status, familial status, caregiver status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, unemployment status, credit history, height or weight, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law. For more information about Second Stage, visit www.2st.com [http://www.2st.com/].

Responsibilities

The Associate General Manager will support the oversight of all administrative functions for Second Stage Theater's productions and events, acting as the primary negotiator for artist contracts. This role is integral to the successful day-to-day operations of the institution’s Broadway and off-Broadway programming.