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MANAGING DIRECTOR
Since Playing on Air’s first public radio season in 2012, it has provided the highest caliber short audio drama for free and on demand worldwide. Devoted to a new form of theater accessibility, it records compelling short plays by top playwrights, ace directors, and world-class performers. This entertaining, thought-provoking theater is easily accessible on public radio, podcast, and our website. Every PoA play is followed by an insightful conversation with its playwright, director and cast about the short they just recorded.
Job Qualifications
Excellent writing, organizational, and web skills.
Capacity to solve problems and engage in creative responses to challenges.
Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to cultivate and engage a strong and diverse Board and staff.
Job Details
Business Management: Reporting to the Board, preparing and managing short and long-term budgets. Coordinating with PoA’s accountant and bookkeeper regarding payments, financial reports, insurance, and banking. Working with PoA’s attorney on Licensing, Union, Venue, and other business/legal documents.
HR, DEI, personnel issues: In partnership with PoA’s Artistic Director and Board.
Fundraising: Devise and execute annual fundraiser/s. Identify prospects for company support.
Marketing: Handle social media, audience outreach, PR, and growing our public radio presence and podcast audience.
Other Details
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Location: Work from home, with in-person meetings at 729 7th Ave 4th floor, New York, NY 10019
Compensation: Full-Time: $65,000-$75,000; Part-Time: $30,000-$35,000
To Apply
Send an email with a cover letter, resume, writing sample/s, and three references to Lillian Laserson, Board Chair, at Lillian@Lasersonlaw.com and Claudia Catania, Founder, at Claudia@playingonair.org. Please include “MD application: your name” in the subject line.