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Tanya Avendaño Stockler
Operations Manager at Company One Theatre
Description:
Company One Theatre (C1) is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Box Office & Special Events Manager. This position is responsible for overseeing the company’s box office and ticketing system and assisting the Connectivity & New Work department with special events.This is a short-term hourly contract that runs from July 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024. The position entails roughly 15-20 hours per week in pre-production and 25-30 hours per week during production.
General Responsibilities:
Report to the Marketing & Communications Manager
Attend C1 staff & department meetings
Required to work evenings and weekends during tech & performance run
Box Office:
Prioritizing a welcoming atmosphere and the care of C1’s communities
Supervise C1 Box Office Managers
Oversee and lead set-up of the box office system for each performance, ensuring that all box office computers are functioning properly
Assist Box Office Manager & Associates in processing day-of ticket sales and free reservations at performances.
Fill in for Box Office Manager & Associates as needed when they are unavailable.
Manage lobby operations in collaboration with the Box Office Manager, C1 Producer, New Work & Connectivity department.
Responsible for sending out pre- and post- performance emails to audience members for all C1 productions & programs
Manage will call lists and other TicketLeap functions
Special Events:
To facilitate and assist the Connectivity Team with event space setup, including tables and chairs, food and drink, and any other materials needed for programming at the Strand
Produce and support in person pre-show and post-show events happening during the course of the run.
Manage permitting process for all pre-show and post-show events
Working with the Connectivity & New Work Team to finalize programming details for productions
Hours:
Pre-Production
15-20 hours per week
Staff meeting Thursdays 3:15pm to 5pm
Weekly meetings with Managing Director & Marketing Manager
During Production
25-30 hours per week
Staff meeting Thursdays 3:15pm to 5pm
Weekly meetings with Managing Director & Marketing Manager
Thursday through Saturday evening performances & Saturday matinees
Compensation: $25/hr W-2
Qualifications:
Passion for Company One Theatre’s mission, audience and programming a must
Management and event production experience preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills including working with the public
Experience with ticketing services such as Ticketleap a plus
Ability to work a flexible and variable schedule depending on organizational events and needs, possible weekend and evening hours
How To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:
employment@companyone.org
Include “Box Office & Special Events Manager” in the subject line.
Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Research shows[i] that men apply for jobs when they meet about half of the criteria, but women and people who are systemically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you should be considered for this role we encourage you to apply. Whether you’re new to the arts, returning to work after a gap in employment, or simply looking to transition into a new field, we will be glad to receive your materials. Please use a cover letter to tell us more about yourself and about your interest in the arts and this role.
Company One Theatre builds community at the intersection of art and social change.
VISION:
A Boston defined by justice, equity, and artistic innovation.
MANIFESTO: Welcome to our community, where every audience member, artist, student, and supporter has the opportunity to fight for social justice. At C1…
We strive to create intentional, authentic theatrical experiences that uniquely integrate content, style, space, and community.
We amplify new stories and adventurous theatrical forms to define what’s next in the American theatre.
We focus on growing our students’ authority, voice, and point of view, while developing artists into the next generation of change-makers.
Our work is responsive to what’s happening in our city, nation, and world.
We work towards justice by challenging inequity and oppressive systems.
Innovation, forward thinking, and collaboration lead the way.
We center our work on reciprocal relationships with community partners.
Representation is an act of social justice.
Our growth is motivated by questioning the status quo, internally and externally.
We strive for artistic excellence as defined by our collective community.
Employment type
Temporary
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