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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

ASSISTANT TO THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR (ASAD)

SUMMARY
The Assistant To The Artistic Director (ASAD) is a part-time, non-exempt position that will predominantly organize correspondence, scheduling, reports, orientations, and clerical documents for the Drama League Awards nominations process each season. The ASAD will also assist the Artistic and Executive Directors (AD/ED) on clerical and calendar issues as needed.
  • AWARDS NOMINATIONS POINT OF CONTACT: Under the direction of the Artistic Director (AD), the ASAD will be the first point of email contact for nominators, productions, and publicists in regards to the nominations process, including ticket requests, invitations, confirmations, schedules/calendaring, alternate notifications, attendance, evaluations, and more.
  • RESEARCH: The ASAD research and ensure that all eligible productions are offered the opportunity to participate in the Drama League Awards process.
  • REPORTAGE: The ASAD will collect, organize, maintain, and deliver up-to-date reportage regarding Drama League Award Nominator Evaluations for review by the AD, Executive Director (AD), and the Awards Eligibility Committee, as appropriate.
  • NOMINATOR RECRUITMENT/ORIENTATION: Under the direction of the AD, the ASAD will solicit suggestions from the field each spring for the Awards Nominator and Nominator Alternates pools. They will coordinate the email invitation process, and execute the Nominator Orientations with the Artistic Coordinator (AC), the AD, and ED.
  • ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT: Other duties as assigned by the AD, including non-awards administrative tasks and tasks not related to The Drama League Awards.
REQUIRED
  • An undergraduate degree;
  • A minimum of at least one (1) year of professional staff experience in a data-driven work environment.
  • Fluency in Google Product Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms,  Drive, etc.) and Zoom.
  • Experience utilizing database software of any kind.
  • Excellent Communication, Teamwork, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Flexibility, and Service Skills.
  • Ability to Work Independently and In Concert (Multi-Tasking).
  • Excellent Proofreading, Grammar, and Spelling Skills.
  • PREFERRED: An undergraduate degree in business, marketing, accounting, or other data-driven degrees.
  • PREFERRED: Two (2) years of professional staff experience in a data-driven work environment.
  • CONFIDENTIALITY: All Drama League staff are bound by the rules outlined in the organization’s personnel handbook. This is especially true of all information regarding The Drama League Awards, which requires absolute confidentiality at all times to all people inside and outside the organization, only discussing their work with the AD, ED and the Eligibility Committee. These rules are enforceable by law, and any breach may constitute disciplinary actions, position dismissal, and/or legal action.
  • PARTICIPATION: The ASAD will NOT be a Nominator for The Drama League Awards, and will not receive tickets to view theatrical productions. It is preferred that this person not have a strong interest in the theatre industry.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT: As a part-time position, the ASAD will work in a hybrid model. As of this writing, the weekly in-person requirements are :
    • Mondays (in person at The Drama League Theater Center, New York City, 11:30am-2:30pm)
    • Tuesdays-Fridays (remote, 3 hours per day, flexible between 10am and 6pm, to be scheduled with the AD)
  • SUPERVISION: The ASAD is a direct report to the AD, and may also, at times, take direction and task assignment from the ED. The ASAD should be autonomous in project management and task execution, with effective and efficient communication skills to update the AD on all work, including a weekly email status report.
  • COMPENSATION: This position will receive $28/hour for 15 hours per week. This position offers no insurance, PTO, or other benefits.
  • TO APPLY: Inquiries may be sent to opportunities@dramaleague.org, and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) professional references. 
  • A reminder that this position does not prioritize theater experience, and while applications will be accepted from those with theatre experience, The Drama League is actively looking for candidates without experience in the theater industry.
  • Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If this notice remains on this website, the search can be considered ongoing.
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THE NILAN INTERNSHIP FOR FUTURE ARTS LEADERS (NI)

SUMMARY
  • The Nilan Internship for Future Arts Leaders (NI) is a hands-on, practical learning experience for those who wish to be intimately involved in the daily operations of an institution dedicated to artist support.
  • Named for The Drama League’s longtime educator and Associate Artistic Director Nilan (1987-2026), the NI supports the Artistic Department staff in administration, production, season planning, education, and event activities. The Nilan Intern will work alongside all artistic staff members on projects, as well as tasks that assist other departments.
  • Over the course of a year, The Nilan Intern receives regular mentorship and guidance in one-on-one sessions with members of the artistic staff; attends weekly staff and departmental meetings; and participates in the company’s interactions with the Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional, and international theater communities, as well as the film and television industries. Through the experience, they learn the industry from the inside, including producers, artists, institutions, and forces shaping the landscape of modern cultural work in New York City.
  • As part of their experience, they will create a personalized strategic plan for their own career, developed and refined under the mentorship of the Artistic Associate.
  • DOCUMENTATION: The NI will observe and take notes for all weekly staff meetings, artistic team meetings, and other gatherings as needed, distributing notes to artistic staff no later than the following day.
  • ARTIST RESEARCH: The NI will, each week, perform data gathering and research, updating contact information and production work of the Directors Project Alumni. They will share findings with the Artistic Associate (AA), and updating records in The Drama League’s databases, Neon and Mailchimp, with the AA.
  • EVENT ASSISTANCE: During Directors Project Week, the NI will be the Liaison and Guide for all program recipients. The NI will attend and support the team of The Drama League Benefit Gala and Drama League Awards, in addition to other public fundraising activities. They will also assist the Artistic Associate in the execution of public events as assigned.
  • LEGACY PRESERVATION: The NI will collect new production posters for Broadway and Off-Broadway productions for the Legacy Wall
  • REPORTAGE: Pull database (Neon) reports as needed by the Artistic Staff
  • CLERICAL SUPPORT: Other duties as assigned by the Artistic Director, including research projects, especially in a flexible and constantly changing arts landscape.
  • EDUCATION: A high school degree required. This internship is intended for early-career arts professionals who are not actively engaged in educational study. If you are still attending college/university, please know that the internship requires significant time and will need clearance from your program to give it the the time needed for the entire season.
  • SOFTWARE FLUENCIES: Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Chat, Calendar, etc.), Zoom, and any database software. Knowledge of WordPress, Photoshop, Canca, or Adobe Suite is a plus.
  • INTERNET ACCESS: For remote work portions, candidates will need access to the internet, phone, and webcam to complete this internship. 
  • SERVICE SKILLS: Professional work ethic, including a friendly, personable, and outgoing demeanor with all guests, donors, members, vendors and staff of The Drama League.
  • SOFT SKILLS: Evidence of an interest and passion for the arts, and interest in pursuing a professional career in the nonprofit arts sector. Excellent Written and Verbal Communication, Teamwork, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, and Flexibility. Ability to work independently and in concert with others in a multi-tasking environment. Excellent Proofreadings, Grammar, and Spelling abilities.
  • INTERNSHIP PERIOD: August 31, 2026 – June 11, 2027 (39 Total Weeks)
    Fall Phase: August 31, 2026 – December 18, 2026 (16 weeks)
    Spring Phase: January 4, 2027 – June 11, 2026 (23 Weeks)
  • CONFIDENTIALITY: The NI, as an educational opportunity and not a staff position, is nevertheless bound by the rules outlined in the organization’s personnel handbook. These rules are enforceable and their breach may constitute disciplinary actions, position dismissal and/or legal action.
  • WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Drama League works in a hybrid model, mixing in-person and remote work. As of this writing, the weekly requirements are :
    • Mondays (in person at The Drama League Theater Center, New York City, 11:00am-4:00pm)
    • Tuesdays-Fridays (mix of in-person and remote, 3-4 hours per day, flexible between 10am and 6pm, to be scheduled with the Artistic Associate. Mostly remote, but sometimes required in-person at company events. One week in mid-May will be especially full.) Requires some flexibility in the schedule.
  • SUPERVISION: The NI is a direct report to the Artistic Director, and will be stewarded in their assignments, mentoring and tasks by the AA. The NI has no direct reports, and will fulfill work requests from all Artistic Department Staff. The NI will update the AA and AD on all work, including a weekly email status report.
  • TRAVEL STIPEND: This position will receive $125/week for 19 hours per week for 39 weeks ($4,875 total). This position offers no insurance, PTO, or other benefits. The NI is not an employee of TDL or its partners, instead a recipient of an educational program and will be considered as such under legal and insurance policies.
TO APPLY: Send an email to  opportunities@dramaleague.org with an attached PDF containing three documents: a cover letter, a letter of reference from someone who knows your work, and your professional resume. Please include “Nilan Internship For Arts Leadership” in the email subject line.
In the cover letter, please address the following:
  • Why do you want to be a part of an organization supporting directors?
  • What are your career goals?
  • How can The Drama League help you on that journey?
  • How can you contribute to the success of The Drama League’s efforts to help artists?
  • What would you like to know more about the business of theatre and the arts?
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