Company Management Assistant

WHO WE ARE

The Saugatuck Center for the Arts is a community-based art center transforming lives through innovative education, bold entertainment, and unexpected engagement.  We are a community asset, a collaborative partner, and are deeply committed to building a stronger, more vibrant regional arts & cultural landscape.

THIS POSITION

This seasonal internship provides an exciting opportunity to be part of an Equity theater team at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts.  While the internship is focused heavily on Company Management, the position provides opportunities to learn about broader arts administration duties, box office duties, front of house duties, and learn about backstage roles. This internship also provides opportunities to meet and work with professional actors, designers, and directors.

The Company Management Intern serves as an assistant to the SCA Producer, focused on providing an outstanding hospitality experience for theater cast and crew, as well as occasional concert performers and artists. This is a hands-on position involving accommodation preparation, and lots of customer service interaction with cast and crew members.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Assist the Producer with pre-season inspection of lodging accommodations

• Coordinating and/or completing the moving of furniture, appliances, dishes, linens, TV / internet hook-ups, etc., as needed for accommodations

• Coordinating move-in and move-out days with the Producer and Company Manager

• Troubleshooting hospitality issues, coordinating with lodging partners and artists

• Managing hospitality for photo calls, cast brunches, opening nights and cast parties alongside the Producer
• Errands like groceries, post office runs, etc. expected 
• Attending staff meetings, production meetings, select performances, and special events

• Taking direction, working unsupervised, and taking initiative 

WHAT SKILLS YOU’LL NEED TO SHINE IN THIS JOB

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an outgoing, engaging personality
• Professional demeanor (even when performing hands-on physical tasks)
• Exemplary organizational skills and a deadline-oriented, can-do work ethic
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to toggle between hands-on hospitality work like cleaning to communication with theater professionals
• Ability to follow directions and work with minimal supervision
• Appropriate physical condition to perform tasks such as lifting, moving, etc. (must be able to lift up to 30 lbs)
• Cultural competency. The ability to interact with people of different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds effectively with understanding and tolerance.

• Hospitality, Events, or Performance Management experience preferred

• Must have a valid driver’s license

REPORTS TO: The Company Management Intern reports to the Producer.

COMMITMENT: This is a temporary seasonal, full-time temporary position. Work will begin in May and continue through mid-September, varying from approximately 20-35 hours per week including weekends and evenings. Hours will vary week-to-week and must be on call 24/7. 

Use of a personal vehicle, phone, and computer is expected.

BEAUTIFUL

May 27- Actor Move in

May 28 - First Rehearsal

June 15 - Designer Run / First day for crew

June 16 - Wandelprobe Rehearsal

June 18, 19, 20 - Tech Week: Eight-out-of-Ten hour days

June 21 - Director's Circle Preview (First Night)

June 22 - Opening

July 14 - Closing

Million Dollar Quartet

July 22 - Actor Move in

July 23 -First Rehearsal

Aug 3 - Designer Run / First day for crew (and Benefit)

Aug 4 - Wandelprobe Rehearsal

Aug 6, 7, 8 - Tech Week: Eight-out-of-Ten hour days

Aug 9 - Director's Circle Preview (First Night)

August 10 - Opening

Sept 1 - Closing

COMPENSATION: Starting at $15/hour, plus 2 comp tickets, bus pass, company doctor support and gym membership. Lodging negotiated. Compensated for overtime. Lodging available upon request. Inclusion in the 2024 Internship Cohort available. 

DEADLINE: Submissions will be accepted and considered on a rolling basis.

TO APPLY: Please supply a cover letter and resume with reference contact information.