Assistant House Manager (Chautauqua Theater Company)Seasonal Employment

The Assistant House Manager assists with house management for all events in Bratton Theater and collaborates with the Arts Marketing Specialist on Chautauqua Theater Company-related marketing efforts.

CTCs summer season will consist of fully produced productions as well as several new play workshops/readings. The Chautauqua Theater Company summer season will consist of fully produced productionsas well as several new play workshops/readings. To learn more about the season and the company please visit . We build our season around the Actors Equity Safety Guidelines in addition to following the guidelines of the CDC IATSE USA and SDC.

CTC is committed to the values of Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility. Our statement regarding IDEA work may be found here: Your Compensation

Compensation for this position is $16.00/Hour. Chautauqua Theater Company provides travel reimbursement up to $250.

For details about local housing go to the About Living on the Grounds section.

About Your Work Day

• Assist House Manager with volunteer assignments and accessibility seating.
• Coordinate with Marketing and Stage Management to proactively assist the House Manager run the Front of House for every performance at Bratton Theater.
• Serve as public face to patrons at weekly Theater Chat discussions.
• Provide additional support regarding signage placement venue cleanliness etc.
• Manages printed program distribution and secures programs and other patron materials.
• Archive all House Manager generate house reports on SharePoint.

Sales Associate

• Coordinate comp ticket program maintain relationships with all CTC and Institution staff as necessary and execute VIP ticket requests.
• Coordinate with community groups to enhance guest experience.
• Gather all Press Materials needed for critics at the kiosk.
• Work with ticket office agents to process Will Call tickets at the Main Gate.
• Coordinate with the Chautauqua Bookstore to maintain merchandise inventory at Bratton Theater.
• Partner with Arts Marketing Specialist with on- and off-grounds strategies/campaigns to optimize ticket sales (i.e. find ways to sell out shows!).
• Other duties as assigned.

About the Referral Program

Chautauqua Institutions Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit develop and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

About Your Schedule

Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules full and part-time for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings weekends and/or holidays as a requirement. While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:

Will be scheduled to work an average of 40-hours/week. Scheduled hours will include evenings weekends and holidays based on business needs.

About Living on the Grounds

Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.

This position may offer employer-provided housing and parking depending upon the candidates situation. Housing includes a private bedroom and shared living space. Residency starts in early June and ends mid-to-late August.

About Chautauqua Institution

Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts education religion and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts lectures interfaith worship/programs and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company a comprehensive hotel food & beverage conferencing and events organization.

Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience

There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission vision and diverse communities and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass free of cost which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.

Our Commitment to IDEA

Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan 150 Forward. One of our five core values is The dignity and contributions of all people. We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal state or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience engagement and professional expertise in IDEA.

Joining Our Talent Community

Join our talent community online at You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .

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