Administrative Assistant - Bret Adams Limited

Bret Adams Ltd. is a boutique theatrical agency representing playwrights, directors, theatrical designers and composers. We are currently hiring a part-time Administrative Assistant to start in January 2022, who will support and assist the Literary Department in systems management and other general administrative duties. This job is perfect for early-career professionals interested in Arts Advocacy, General Management, Producing, Dramaturgy, and/or Literary Management.



The Administrative Assistant's duties will include drafting and negotiating amateur (school or community theatre) contracts, updating our tracking documents, digital filing, logging submissions, reviewing professional contracts, and correspondence with clients. For the right candidate, this position may also include script coverage and artistic scouting. This is an entry-level position. No formal experience is necessary, but we're looking for the following skills/qualities - Strong attention to detail, General knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Suite, A positive attitude, A willingness to learn, A true love of theatre, and An open mind. Preferred qualifications - Interest in arts advocacy, literary management, and/or dramaturgy.



This position will be 16 hours a week at $15 an hour. Schedule will be mutually determined between Assistant and Bret Adams. This can be a hybrid remote/in person position, but we would like a commitment of at least 1 in-person day a week in our office in Hell's Kitchen in New York City. Benefits include a paid holiday break and sick time. Applicants from communities underrepresented in theatre administration are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Bonnie Davis at bdavis@bretadamsltd.net with the subject line: "Administrative Assistant (YOUR NAME)." Applications will be accepted through November 19.
Salary: $15 per hour