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EMPLOYMENT
Director of New Work
The Director of New Work is the department head for New Work at Company One Theatre. This position is responsible for managing department programs and budgets; hiring and managing department personnel; Production dramaturgy; Cultivating and maintaining playwright relations (current and alum); Representing the company nationally and locally; and intersecting with company partners and funders. This is a full time Director level position, working in a hybrid (in-person & digital) environment.
Responsibilities
General
- Reports directly to and has regular meetings with the Artistic Director
- Hires and manages all Dramaturgy department staff including: New Work Producer, Resident Playwright, PlayLab instructors, Production Dramaturgs, and Literary Manager; leads weekly dramaturgy department meetings
- Serves as in-person staff for select performances in line with all-staff participation
- Scouts new work and production collaborators to report back to the artistic team in season programming
- Holds general staff responsibilities including but not limited to: creating and maintaining department project and event calendars, company systems and communications, and maintains regular office hours
- Creates and maintains a detailed Department season budget in conjunction with the Managing Director, for all Department projects and programs
- Maintains relationships on behalf of the company with Organizational Membership Affiliations (NNPN, LMDA, TCG, etc)
Production Dramaturgy
- Serves as lead dramaturg on at least one production per season
- Oversees and supports: dramaturgy-focused engagement processes run by the Connectivity Department, including but not limited to:
- Pre/post show events such as moderated panel conversations and pre/post-show audience engagement events
- Branch Out Connectivity events
New Play and Playwright Development Programs (PlayLab Circuit)
- Responsible for new play and playwright development programs
- Supervises all PlayLab Circuit activities, overseeing the structuring, application and selection process of playwrights
- Collaborates with and supervises the Resident Playwright to create a comprehensive PlayLab program
- Manages relationship-building with current, past, and prospective Company One playwrights
- Maintains connections with the field and the current state of playwriting with an eye toward plays and playwrights that might be good fits with Company One
- Identifies and nurtures long-term relationships with playwrights for potential commission and development opportunities
New Play Development
- Manages payment and schedule logistics of development projects and commissions
- Responsible for maintaining healthy relationships with playwrights being produced by Company One
- Manages playwrights in C1 development processes with regards to writing timelines; connection to the company and community; and identifying the most appropriate development structure for the new play development project
Compensation
Salary, $50,000/year
Qualifications
- Passion for Company One Theatre’s mission, stakeholders and programming
- Prior experience in new work development and/or new work production
- Demonstrated managerial experience leading a strong team and creating a positive work environment
- Proven ability to manage program & event budgets
- Excellent verbal, writing and copy-editing skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
- 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 Shawn LaCount, Artistic Director, at employment@companyone.org. Include “Director of New Work” in the subject line.
Company One Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Company One Theatre is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, LGBTQIA+ and women candidates, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Technical Director - Morning, Noon, and Night
Company One Theatre is seeking a Technical Director for MORNING, NOON, AND NIGHT, a play by Kirsten Greenidge. Directed by Summer L. Williams, this production delves into the complexities of family dynamics, digital surveillance, and post-pandemic life. Set in Boston, the play challenges notions of home and perfection as Mia and her daughter Dailyn navigate the arrival of a mysterious visitor from the digital dimension. Performances will be held at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Theatre.
We ask that all candidates present proof of fully vaccinated status for COVID-19 upon hiring.
Production Schedule
- Vision and design meetings: Begin late February
- Rehearsals: Begin mid-March
- Load-in: April 15-19
- Tech: April 20-27
- Preview Performance: April 26
- Opening Night: April 27
- Closing: May 25
- Strike: May 2
Description of Duties
- Communicate regularly with the Director, Scenic Designer, their associates and scene shop personnel to fulfill the vision for the production design.
- Create build plans, referencing materials provided by the Scenic Designer.
- Coordinate with the scene shop to price out all materials needed to build, transport, install and strike the set within the given budget.
- Purchase materials as needed for construction, painting, and any specialty furniture items.
- Coordinate the construction plan and oversee all spending alongside the scene shop.
- Oversee and lead load-in and load-out/strike in conjunction with the Production Manager.
- Ensure safe operations and standards are in practice throughout the build, load-in, and load out.
- Draft a plan for all necessary labor needs throughout the process within the given budget.
- Work with the Production Manager to assist in outreach & hiring of additional labor throughout the process.
- Be aware of all required dates and times, and keeping in good communication with the Production Manager regarding deadlines, and conflicts or other obligations.
- Maintain some availability during tech week and performances, should emergency maintenance be needed.
Compensation
$20 per hour with W2 paperwork
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Master Carpenter for theatre or Tech Director for the arts required. Previous experience pricing out a scenic build and estimating labor needs preferred. Seeking Boston-based theatre artists or those who have their own housing/transportation in the Boston area. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and/or traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and brief statement of interest to employment@companyone.org
Work samples or websites are welcomed but not required.
Company One Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Company One Theatre is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, LGBTQIA+ and women candidates, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
In-School Teaching Artist
Company One Theatre (C1) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the organization as an In-School Teaching Artist. C1’s Education Department, Stage One, facilitates theatre elective and theatre integration residencies in Boston Public Schools with middle and high school students aged 11-22. These residencies run the full school year and operate at differing schedules based on the school’s individual needs.
Responsibilities
- Attending all classes to which you are assigned for the duration of the academic year
- Preparing and delivering appropriate instruction determined by the school and the Education Program Manager
- Handling student issues in an appropriate and responsible manner
- Maintaining ongoing communication with school personnel regarding school logistics, policies, and procedures in a collegial and appropriate way
- Attending all scheduled teacher training/professional development sessions (as determined by the Education Program Manager
- Attending quarterly meetings with the Education Programs Manager for the duration of the academic year
- Maintaining a shared document of your curricular goals, plans, and reflection
Compensation
Starting at $55/instructional hour.
Qualifications
- Teaching experience and/or work with middle and high school students
- Theatre content knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Energetic
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Culturally responsive
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@companyone.org. Include “In-School Teaching Artist” in the subject line.
Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Research shows 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 your cover letter to tell us more about yourself and about your interest in the arts and this role.
Anti-Racism Teaching Artist
Company One Theatre (C1) is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the organization as a Teaching Artist for the Anti-Racism Residency. C1’s Education Department, Stage One, facilitates workshop sessions in Boston Public Schools with high school students operating at predetermined schedules based on the school’s individual needs.
Responsibilities
- Interact with school personnel in a collegial and appropriate way
- Deal with issues relating to the students/fellow instructors in an appropriate and responsible manner
- Attend initial training session to learn about the Hype Man Digital Tour Curriculum and its use
- Attend all residencies to which you are assigned for the duration of the academic year
- Watch the film version of Hype Man: A Break Beat Play by Idris Goodwin
- Utilize Company One’s Hype Man Digital Tour Curriculum Guide to lead students in workshops related to equity and responsibility
- Collaborate with a co-Teaching Artist on lesson plans and facilitation strategies
- Communicate with C1’s Education Staff of curricular goals, plans, and reflection
- Attend check-ins with Education Director and Education Associate as needed
- Submit detailed record of absences/sub requests to Education Director & Education Associate
- Uphold C1’s mission of using theatre in the classroom to support young people in the process of becoming changemakers
Compensation
$125/ workshop session (equivalent to 1 class block)
Qualifications
- Teaching experience and/or work with high school students
- Theatre content knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
- Energetic
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Culturally responsive
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@companyone.org. Include “In-School Teaching Artist” in the subject line.
Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Research shows 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 your cover letter to tell us more about yourself and about your interest in the arts and this role.
PDA Stage Manager
Company One Theatre is seeking a stage manager for the Professional Development for Actors 2024 cohort.
Auditions for the cohort will begin on April 2, 2024; classes are scheduled weekly on Tuesday starting April 30, 2024 and ending on June 18, 2024. Following the classes, the stage manager will be required to attend both the Showcase Dress Rehearsal on Monday June 24, 2024 and the showcase Performance on Tuesday June 25, 2024. Full PDA schedule with location and times will be sent upon hire.
Responsibilities
- To schedule and manage auditions.
- To work with the C1 Education team to collect and track student payments
- To attend and manage all scheduled classes, rehearsals, and performances
- To arrive at all scheduled classes and rehearsals at least 15 minutes before the scheduled class time referenced above in order to set up the room (or Zoom room).
- To reset and lock up the classroom and rehearsal spaces as applicable.
- To communicate class announcements with participants as necessary.
- To keep classes, rehearsals, and coaching running on schedule.
- To work with the Marketing Manager and C1 Education Team to execute program design for the showcase.
- To stage manage the class dress rehearsal and performance showcase.
- To work to the best of their ability toward the final showcase being of professional caliber by the final dress rehearsal.
- To work with the C1 Education team to schedule masterclass workshops
- To deal with issues relating to the students / instructors / masterclass workshop leaders in an appropriate and responsible manner
- To keep an organized google folder of class plans and assignments
- To facilitate the taking of class photos
- To work with the C1 Education team to provide necessary information
- To submit detailed record of absences / sub requests to Education Program Manager
- To ensure that they; at no time during classes, rehearsals, before performances, or during performances; are consuming or under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. It is understood that should this occur the employee may be dismissed from their position immediately and without advance warning. If the employee has a legal prescription for a classified substance and intends to potentially be under the influence during any of the aforementioned events, they must disclose this information to the Company HR Manager before signing this agreement.
- To act as a liaison between actors, production team, and company staff to ensure clear, frequent communication between various parties throughout the production process.
Compensation
The hired stage manager will receive a $1,470.00 stipend
Qualifications
Previous experience as a Stage Manager for professional theatre required. Theatre degrees are welcomed but not required. Applicants with professional ASM experience will be considered. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and/or traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@companyone.org. Include “PDA Stage Manager” in the subject line.
Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Research shows 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 your cover letter to tell us more about yourself and about your interest in the arts and this role.
Other Positions (Rolling Consideration )
We are currently accepting submissions for rolling consideration for the following production positions:
- Stage Manager
- Lighting Designer
- Costume Designer
- Scenic Designer
- Sound Designer and/or Composer
- Props Designer/Master
- Master Electrician
- Sound Board Operator
- Electrician
- Dialect and/or Vocal Coach
- Fight Choreographer
- Technical Director
- Carpenter
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Sarah Cohan, HR Manager, at employment@companyone.org Theatre has historically been a majority cis and white discipline. In keeping with Company One’s mission we are especially committed to providing paths of access for theatre practitioners of color, trans theatre-makers, and those from backgrounds not typically represented in the field.
CASTING
No Audition Opportunities At This Time
Internships & Fellowshps
Company One often offers internships in many different areas of design, production, and management, often tailored to the individual applicant’s schedule and interests. If you’d like to apply for an internship with Company One, please email your resume, and cover letter including your specific area of interest, to Sarah Cohan, HR Manager, at employment@companyone.org, and we will be in touch should there be an internship available in your area.
Board Membership
If you have a strong interest in the mission of Company One Theatre, and would like to explore ways to become more deeply involved with our organization, please contact Board President Emeritus Sasha Abby VanDerzee at sabby@companyone.org.