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Admissions Director for Atlantic Acting School

The NAST accredited Atlantic Acting School; the home of the Practical Aesthetics Technique and school of the award-winning Off-Broadway Atlantic Theater Company, is seeking an Admissions Director for the (non-NYU) Conservatory Programs.  We are looking for a mature individual who has prior experience in Admissions or Recruitment at the Studio or University level. 

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The Admissions Director will grow enrollment for Atlantic’s Conservatory and primary adult programs by educating prospective students about the Atlantic training and opportunities, developing and implementing professional enrollment procedures, and developing and implementing recruitment strategies toward the goal of full enrollment. Warm and welcoming, the Admissions Director will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Individual must be a strong self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, as well as working well in and fostering a team environment. Must have admissions and recruitment experience. Will work closely with the Director Education and Recruitment on admissions plan. Will work collaboratively with the Admissions and Marketing departments to identify, attract and enroll a high-quality, diverse student body for our acting school programs. Programs include: Full Time Conservatory, Evening Conservatory, Global Virtual Conservatory, Summer Intensive, Spring Comprehensive and adult Part Time. The job is office based with select travel for recruitment events as needed. Weekends and evening hours required for certain Admissions events and Open Houses. A working knowledge of the Atlantic or similar theater conservatory school organizations is a plus. 

Reports to: Director of Education and Recruitment

Manages: Admissions Representatives and Event, Open House and Workshop faculty and staff

Responsibilities

• Set enrollment goals in conjunction with the Education Director and Executive Director.
• Work with the Education Director to create a strategic admission plan including a revolving 90-day, 6 month and 1-year strategies.
• Develop innovative strategies for researching and cultivating a diverse pool of applicants.
• Meet enrollment goals and develop and implement strategies to meet the goals.
• Manage all areas of enrollment for primary adult programs.
• Conduct the admissions process from the point of inquiry through enrollment.
• Field all inquiries to the School for all primary adult programming.
• Give initial introductions to prospective students through open houses, individual tours, and events.
• Process and review applications, schedule and conduct auditions/interviews.
• Determine acceptance status of applicants.
• Send notification of acceptance status, coordinate acceptance letter.
• Remain a contact person for students throughout inquiry and admissions procedures.
• Manage application and audition process for Merit Scholarship Initiatives (PA, New Voices, and Resident Artist).
• In collaboration with the Education Director, determine merit awards.
• Make recommendations regarding financial need-based applications.
• Develop outreach and marketing activities in conjunction with the marketing department.
• Prepare for and attend Regional Audition tours, conferences and events and manage follow-up.
• Schedule conference bookings and arrangements for recruitment events. 
• Manage and set up teams to send to events.
• Oversight of travel and registration of events. 
• Manage and schedule support staff for conference or panel auditions.
• Build relationships with new conferences and organizations.
• Identify enrollment needs, target specific group areas in which to solicit interest in the School.
• Work with School staff and administration to develop strategies to draw in more students.
• Conduct prospective partner organization research. 
• Develop relationships and act as a liaison to high schools and colleges in an effort to recruit students to the School.
• Initiate and arrange workshops and events in another effort to recruit students.
• Support the collegial workings of the administrative section and the school as a whole.
• Maintain the database of all the information related to the admissions, general administration and relevant management, recruiting and interviewing applicants.
• Manage data tracking, reporting, and analysis of admissions. 
• Keep relevant statistics on all aspects of the admission program.

Qualifications

• Solid admissions skill set and experience in recruiting for a Conservatory or post-secondary school.
• Friendly, warm, courteous, good listening skills.
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to represent the organization to applicants and families as well as at events.
• Enjoys meeting people, personable yet professional in demeanor, especially on the phone and in personal meetings. Ability to establish immediate rapport.
• Excellent organizational skills: able to set priorities and achieve them, able to keep cognizant of many processes going on simultaneously.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Excellent computer skills including database and spreadsheets.

Atlantic Theater Company is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.

This is a full-time position with an annual salary of $60,000 and a full benefit package including paid time off, health, dental and optional employee-contributed vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability upon eligibility, an employee sponsored 401K plan, a Flexible Spending Account, and Transit Check Benefits.

The Admissions Director reports directly to the Director of Education and Recruitment. Please email a cover letter and resume to Heather Baird at jobs@atlantictheater.org and include Admissions Director in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

School Production Manager

Atlantic Theater Company, an award winning non-profit Off-Broadway theater and NAST-accredited acting school seeks a Production Manager for the Atlantic Acting School. This position works closely with the Producing Director of Student Productions.  They will also work in conjunction with the Director of Production primarily on Stage 2 Productions and secondarily on Linda Gross Productions and reports to both Production and School.

Responsibilities Include

• Acting as Production Manager for School Student Productions, Acting as Associate Production Manager for Atlantic for Kids, Atlantic Stage 2 Productions, and Atlantic Linda Gross Productions, as well as various showcases, readings and other events. 
• Maintaining the overall appearance and production values of productions 
• Working with Design teams to implement their vision within budget 
• Leading the implementation of all aspects of the physical production 
• Preproduction planning and budgeting 
• Creating Load-in, Tech, and Strike schedules 
• Maintaining storage spaces for props, costumes, paint, set pieces 
• Knowledge and oversight of electrical limits and requirements for lighting and sound 
• Hiring and Managing specified skilled labor (scenic painter/ carpenter/ props manager) 
• Oversee the safety procedures of hired and student crews 
• Create and maintain production budgets, manage petty cash, pay authorizations, check requests and receipts for all departments 
  
  Maintaining Second Stage Performance Space:

• Oversee maintenance of lighting and sound equipment 
• Maintaining the overall appearance of performance space with working equipment that meets the requirements of both the School and Theater 
• Assisting rental productions in planning and overseeing outside personnel in the use of the space 
• Recommendation of equipment upgrades, repairs, and new purchases 
• Creating and maintaining an accurate set of drafting and inventory of equipment for the Space 
  
  Creating and Managing a Mandatory First Year Crew Assignment:

• Creating positions and schedules for all NYU first year students 
• Explanation of responsibility and schedule to students before commitment to duties 
• Understanding and enforcing Atlantic’s Policies and managing each situation with judgment based on these policies 
  
  Other duties as necessary. 
  
  Evening and weekend hours will be required. 
  
  
  

  Requirements

  Ideal candidate will have minimum 3 years’ experience in production management or other theatrical technical management. Candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, creative problem-solving skills, possess and exhibit empathy, exude a good sense of humor, a track record of on-their-feet problem solving, and excellent multi-tasking abilities. Candidate must be proactive and possess clear communication skills and the ability to be a team player. Knowledge of and enthusiasm for theater, performing arts, and arts education a necessity. 
  
  Atlantic Theater Company is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.  At Atlantic, we are committed to providing and maintaining a gathering place that is free of known hazards. In order to safeguard the health of our entire community, we are requiring proof of Covid-19 vaccinations for all employees moving forward. For additional information about Atlantic Theater Company, please visit: www.atlantictheater.org. 
  
  This is a full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 – $65,000 (commensurate with experience) per year and benefit package including paid time off, health, dental and optional employee-contributed vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability upon eligibility, an employee sponsored 401K plan, Flexible Spending Account and Transit Check Benefits. Please email a cover letter and resume to Zach Longstreet at jobs@atlantictheater.org and include School Production Manager in the subject line. No phone calls, please. 

Teaching Artists/Assistant Teaching Artists

Atlantic Theater Company, the award-winning Off-Broadway theater company and NAST-accredited acting school, seeks a Part-Time Acting, Directing, Design, Comedy, and Playwriting Teaching Artists for its in-school residency program, Staging Success.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing lesson plans.
• Teaching large groups of students from a diverse range of populations.
• Working alongside other Teaching Artists, school faculty, and administrators as a part of a collaborative team.
• Periodic administrative check-in meetings via Zoom or at our main office.
• Traveling between our administrative offices, studios, and partner schools.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree, equivalent certification, or relevant professional experience as a theater or performance artist (designer, musicians, writer, poet, stand-up comic, directors, etc.)
• Experience working with diverse youth populations.
• Experience in youth arts education.
• Experience developing lesson plans.
• A commitment to teaching and working with youth and teens.
• Reliable, team oriented/a strong collaborative spirit and ensemble driven.
• Experience in New York City public schools and/or high school settings is a plus.
• Must be able to make a strong commitment to the teaching schedule and have good availability during public school hours.

Atlantic Theater Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.

Teaching Artists’ starting pay rate for classroom hours is between $40/hour – $65/hour, commensurate with background and experience. Assistants’ starting pay rate for classroom hours is between $25/hour – $40/hour, commensurate with background and experience. Please email cover letter, headshot, and resume to the attention of Heather Baird, Director of Education and Recruitment at jobs@atlantictheater.org with the subject line, “Teaching Artist” or “Teaching Assistant.” No phone calls, please.

Stage Management Fellowship

The Stage Management Fellowship Training Program is designed for early-career theater professionals who have chosen a career in stage management. Fellows will support the Equity Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager, observing and participating in all aspects of stage management for the duration of one full production.

The Fellowship Training Program looks to offer more than the traditional PA employment opportunity by involving the trainee in the company as part of the extended Atlantic family and by investing in the fellow’s training and career development with mentorships, panel discussions, and networking events with other early-career professionals. This position pays a $15 hourly wage.

Atlantic Theater Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.

Please send all cover letters and resumes to smfellow@atlantictheater.org and indicate which production(s) you’re available to participate in. You will be notified if we’d like to arrange an interview. The Fellowship Training Program has a rolling application process.

Production Technician Fellowship

Duties & Responsibilities

The Production Technician Fellow will report to the Production Manager and Technical Director. Under supervision, the fellow will perform technical duties associated with production. These can include and not limited to:

• Assist in the construction of scenery
• Assist in the installation of lighting, sound, and video equipment
• Assist during lighting focus and/or quiet time
• Assist with the programming of the light board
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of our props and costume stocks
• Assist in the acquisition of production materials (driver’s license preferred)
• Attend all production meetings
• Maintain the professional appearance of the production facilities as well as public spaces
• Other duties as assigned

As the Production Department works at all times of day, the fellow should have the flexibility to work evenings when called upon.

Training

The Production Department will provide hands-on training for areas in which the fellow is required to assist.  This will include training in Vectorworks, QLab, lighting consoles, sound boards. The fellow will also be taught best practices regarding the construction of scenery, shop maintenance, and general production safety.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have at least 60 college credits or the equivalent amount of work experience, and identify as an organized and prompt individual. The candidate should have an interest in theater and a desire to learn the technical skills of production. Any experience in construction, sound, lighting, and crafts are a plus.

Mentorship

The fellow will have monthly check-ins with the Production Manager to discuss the fellow’s progress with the program and gauge the fellow’s interests. From there we can look for other educational and networking opportunities to help the fellow gain experiences that foster growth in their desired career path.

Opportunities can include:

• • Shadowing/assisting/meeting with our professional production staff.
  • Visiting shops and other theater facilities in the area.
  • Shadowing our department heads to learn about managing departments.

Atlantic Theater Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.

Please email cover letter and resume to the attention of Gage Steenhagen, Stage 2 Production Manager, at jobs@atlantictheater.org, subject “Production Technician Fellow”. Only those whose application is being considered will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Production Management Fellowship

Duties & Responsibilities

The Production Management Fellow will assist the Production Manager and Assistant Production Manager in administrative production management duties. These can include and are not limited to:

• Assist in the tracking of all production expenses
• Assist in the processing of payroll and filing new hire paperwork
• Assist in the maintenance of the production calendar
• Assist in the archiving of all production paperwork
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of our props and costume stocks
• Assist in the acquisition of production materials (driver’s license preferred)
• Attend and take notes at all production meetings
• Maintain the professional appearance of the production facilities as well as public spaces
• Other duties as assigned

As the Production Department works at all times of day, the fellow should have the flexibility to work evenings when called upon.

Training

The Production Department will provide hands-on training for areas in which the fellow is required to assist. This will include training in the Microsoft office suite, our dedicated space scheduling application, and our payroll management application. The fellow will also be taught best practices regarding reconciliation of expenses, communication with outside vendors, processing of paperwork, and personnel management.

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will have at least 60 college credits or the equivalent amount of work experience, and identify as an organized and prompt individual. The candidate should have an interest in theater and a desire to learn the management side of production. Any experience in management, shift supervision, handling cash, scheduling, are a plus.

Mentorship

The fellow will have monthly check-ins with the Production Manager to discuss the fellow’s progress with the program and gauge the fellow’s interests. From there we can look for other educational and networking opportunities to help the fellow gain experiences that foster growth in their desired career path.

Opportunities can include:

• Shadowing/assisting/meeting with other members of the Atlantic Theater Company staff
• Sitting in on rehearsals to learn about stage management
• Shadowing our department heads to learn about managing specific crews.

Atlantic Theater Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who identify as BIPOC, queer, trans, non-binary, candidates with disabilities, or candidates who are parents or immigrants are encouraged to apply.

Please email cover letter and resume to the attention of Gage Steenhagen, Stage 2 Production Manager, at jobs@atlantictheater.org. Only those whose application is being considered will be contacted. No phone calls please.