Box Office |amp| Special Events Manager

DESCRIPTION:

Company One Theatre seeks candidates for the position of Box Office & Special Events Manager for performances of HAUNTED by Tara Moses. Performances will be held at Rabb Hall in Boston Public Library’s Central Branch (700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116)

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Will report to the Marketing & Communications Manager
• Box office
• Prioritize a welcoming atmosphere and the care of C1’s communities
• Supervise C1 Box Office Associates
• Oversee and lead set-up of the box office system for each performance, ensuring that all box office computers are functioning properly
• Assist Box Office Associates in processing day-of ticket sales and free reservations at performances.
• Fill in for Box Office Associates as needed when they are unavailable.
• Manage lobby operations in collaboration with the Box Office Manager, C1 Producer, New Work & Connectivity department.
• Responsible for sending out pre- and post- performance emails to audience members for all C1 productions & programs
• Assist with audience members’ accessibility & inclusion needs
• Manage will call lists and other TicketLeap functions
• Special events
• Facilitate and assist the Connectivity Team with event space setup, including tables and chairs, food and drink, and any other materials needed for programming at the Strand
• Produce and support in person pre-show and post-show events happening during the course of the run.
• Manage permitting process for all pre-show and post-show events
• Working with the Connectivity & New Work Team to finalize programming details for productions

QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience in a customer service job desired but not required. Leadership experience preferred but not required. Seeking Boston-based candidates or those who have their own housing/transportation in the Boston area. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and/or traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOURS:
• Paid Training:
• One meeting the week of January 20 - Time TBD
• Invited Dress Rehearsal on the evening of January 23
• Performances/shifts:
• Evenings and weekends January 24 through February 15
• Call time for this position is 2 hours before performances
• Performances Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 7:30pm, and Sundays at 2pm
• The show is approximately two hours long with one intermission
• Additional performance Saturday, February 15 at 2pm

How To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: employment@companyone.org

Include “Box Office Associate” in the subject line. Applications sent without cover letter will not be considered.

We ask that all candidates present proof of fully vaccinated status for COVID-1+ upon hiring.

Company One Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Company One Theatre is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, LGBTQIA+ and women candidates, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Apply by:

January 8th, 2025

Compensation:

$25 per hour with W2 paperwork

MISSION:

Company One Theatre builds community at the intersection of art and social change.

VISION:

A Boston defined by justice, equity, and artistic innovation.

MANIFESTO:

Welcome to our community, where every audience member, artist, student, and supporter has the opportunity to fight for social justice. At C1…
• We strive to create intentional, authentic theatrical experiences that uniquely integrate content, style, space, and community.
• We amplify new stories and adventurous theatrical forms to define what’s next in the American theatre.
• We focus on growing our students’ authority, voice, and point of view, while developing artists into the next generation of change-makers.
• Our work is responsive to what’s happening in our city, nation, and world.
• We work towards justice by challenging inequity and oppressive systems.
• Innovation, forward thinking, and collaboration lead the way.
• We center our work on reciprocal relationships with community partners.
• Representation is an act of social justice.
• Our growth is motivated by questioning the status quo, internally and externally.
• We strive for artistic excellence as defined by our collective community.