Part-Time Company Manager

BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance is searching for a part-time Company Manager. The ideal candidate will be consistently looking forward to further the momentum and growth of the company, our performing and education programming in NYC and on tour, as well as the programming at BodyStories’ Middlebrook Arts Research + Residency Center in Upstate, NY.  We are looking for someone with a passion for the arts and experience in arts administration, with strong skills in writing, arts management, communications, and time management. The candidate will be highly organized and motivated, with great attention to detail. We are looking for someone who is personable, adept at research projects, and strong at delegating tasks. Flexible hours available. 

Responsibilities: 

• Development research including but not limited to: 

  • Grants

  • Choreographic opportunities

  • Donor relations

• Manage intern and admin projects

  • Mentoring interns and fellows to answer questions 

  • Design projects based on the immediate needs of the Artistic Director and the company

  • Assist in the initial training and ongoing professional development of interns and fellows

  • Collaborating with A.D., Company Associates and contractors

• Oversee applications:

  • Maintain deadlines

  • Proofread all materials

• Organize fundraising and performance events and manage volunteers

• Organize dance education events, including summer and winter dance intensives 

• Pre-tour planning including but not limited to: budget, travel, logistics 

• Long-term project planning with Artistic Director

• Additional administrative tasks including but not limited to: correspondence, contract and invoice management, expense tracking

The company manager works independently and also closely with the Artistic Director and two company associates. Additionally, BodyStories: Teresa Fellion Dance maintains prestigious internship and fellowship programs, and the Company Manager will be expected to aid in some management of interns and guiding them in learning about arts administration projects. 

Requirements: 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive

• Experience with Social Media and Constant Contact--experience with Adobe Suite a plus

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred 

• Experience in Arts Administration

Hours: 

• 12-18 hours/week, schedule to be discussed and agreed upon together.

Salary: 

• $14/hr - $20/hr commensurate with experience