Literary Assistant

GOODMAN THEATRE • Chicago, IL

1d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Literary Assistant will primarily assist with literary management (tracking, evaluating, and responding to script submissions), dramaturgy, and New Stages programs, in addition to providing administrative support to the Director of New Works.

Requirements

• Ability to critically read and evaluate plays.
• Excellent research, writing and proof-reading skills.
• Strong knowledge of and coursework in contemporary theater, theater history and playwriting.
• Interest in pursuing a career in dramaturgy, playwriting, directing and/or producing.
• Must have excellent people skills, be a self-starter and able to work independently.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or equivalent experience.
• Model Behavior and values consistent with The Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering The Goodman’s IDEAA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism and Access) goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the solicitation, cataloguing and evaluation of script submissions
• Correspond with playwrights, agents, theaters and play development programs.
• Conduct research for plays in production and under consideration, as well as for articles and program notes.
• Serve as a production assistant for readings.
• Assist with the smooth operation of New Stages programs.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Assist with special event planning, logistics, and execution.
• Attend Artistic staff meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees