Responsibilities
Reporting to the General Management team, the Company Manager serves as the primary liaison between artists, production, and administrative departments, overseeing the day-to-day operations of productions and events from first rehearsal through closing.
This role works closely with the General Management team to support a smooth, well-organized, and artist-centered process, while ensuring clear communication, compliance with agreements, and strong coordination across departments.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for cast, crew, and creative teams, maintaining clear and consistent communication throughout the production process.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of each company from first rehearsal through closing, including providing onsite coverage at rehearsals and performances as needed.
- Facilitate communication between artistic, production, and administrative teams to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues as they arise.
- Support the rehearsal and performance process in collaboration with stage management and production teams.
- Interpret and implement agreements (AEA, SDC, USA, Local 802) in coordination with the General Management team, ensuring compliance in day-to-day operations.
- Draft and administer agreements and correspond with artist representatives in collaboration with the General Management team.
- Track expenses and reconcile the Company Management budget in coordination with Finance and General Management.
- Provide administrative support to the General Management and Finance teams, including scanning financial statements, preparing deposits, and organizing and distributing incoming mail.
- Manage and oversee house seat inventory and company ticket requests in collaboration with Marketing and the Box Office.
- Support onboarding artists in coordination with Human Resources and Finance.
- Coordinate logistics for company needs, including travel, housing, and special accommodations as applicable.
- Support the well-being of the company by addressing day-to-day concerns with discretion, professionalism, and a solutions-oriented approach.
- Lead planning and execution of company events, including opening and closing nights, meet & greet, and other special events.
- Communicate organizational policies and expectations clearly to the company.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate General Manager and General Manager.
Required Experience/Skills/Abilities
- Minimum of 2 years of Company Management experience or equivalent experience in a General Management or Production Management office.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships across artists, staff, and leadership.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
- Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and resourceful when navigating time-sensitive or complex situations.
- A sense of humor and an interest in working in a creative, artist-driven environment.
- Experience managing payroll, budgets, and administrative processes is preferred.
- Knowledge of Off‑Broadway practices and theatrical union agreements (AEA, SDC, USA, Local 802) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience with Spectrix or similar ticketing systems is a plus.
- Availability to work onsite during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the production schedule.