Temporary Note Taker

Actors' Equity Association • New York, NY

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Actors' Equity is a national labor union of professional actors and stage managers working in live theatre. They are hiring a temporary Notetaker for their Touring negotiations. This is a temporary, in-person role in NYC, with typical hours from 9 am to 5 pm, but with the need for flexibility in end times on some days. The role involves attending all in-person negotiation sessions and related meetings to take comprehensive notes during July through September.

Requirements

• Proven experience in note-taking or similar role, preferably in a legal, corporate, or negotiation setting.
• Exceptional listening skills and the ability to identify key information in discussions.
• Strong written communication skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and detail.
• Ability to write legibly and transcribe notes in a readable format.
• Proficiency in organizing and categorizing information for ease of reference.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changing schedules and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Attend all in-person negotiation sessions and related meetings to take comprehensive notes in July - September.
• Ensure notes accurately reflect the content of discussions, capturing key points, decisions made, and action items.
• Identify and highlight relevant information that may influence or impact negotiation outcomes.
• Maintain legibility in notetaking; clarify any abbreviations or shorthand to ensure notes are understandable by all team members.
• Organize notes in a systematic manner for easy retrieval and reference.
• Collaborate with team members to verify details and clarify any ambiguities in the notes.
• Provide summaries of key outcomes and actions required following each negotiation session.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed