Job Opening Title:
Literary Associate
Department:
Literary
Start Date:
September 1, 2015
Type:
Full Time Exempt
Job Description: Under the guidance of the literary director, the literary associate is part of a team that assesses plays and recommends them for production. Aspects of this job include overseeing script submissions, maintaining a database of plays, writers and agents and corresponding with all parties including writers, agents, directors, producers and others. In addition, there are opportunities for production dramaturgy that may include time in rehearsal, in depth analysis and critique for each writer and director and the implementation of rewrites in conjunction with an assistant stage manager or script assistant. Essential Duties:
Reading, evaluating, recommending and responding to play submissions and inquiries Editing content for publication Moderating post-play discussions Assisting the literary director in an administrative capacity including managing and maintaining the daily operations of the literary office Manages inquiries and submissions Assists in tracking productions throughout the world Assists in tracking commissioned plays Helps to coordinate literary support for production Gathers research and may help create content for season announcement Coordinating readers and tracking script coverage Facilitates the training of literary interns and oversees their work Gathers research for production dramaturgy May help facilitate the implementation of rewrites between the playwright and stage management Discussing plays under consideration with the literary director and artistic director Seeing plays, readings and workshops; reporting back to literary staff
Qualifications:
MFA in Dramaturgy or a minimum of one year of experience in a literary office. Experience may include internships.
Candidate must have excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to juggle multiple projects concurrently. Impeccable writing skills Positive, open-minded and diplomatic written/verbal communications style Comfort in public speaking and panel/audience moderation
Compensations & Benefits:
Compensation commensurate with experience Full benefits: health, dental, vision 401k retirement plan option Complimentary access to Geffen Playhouse productions
To Apply Email a cover letter, resume, two writing samples (one of which should be an example of play coverage), references and salary requirements to Amy Levinson, Artistic Associate and Literary Director at literary@geffenplayhouse.com. No phone calls please. ABOUT GEFFEN PLAYHOUSE Geffen Playhouse has been a hub of the Los Angeles theater scene since opening its doors in 1995. Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its world-renowned mix of classic and contemporary plays, provocative new works and second productions, the not-for-profit organization continues to present a body of work that has garnered national recognition. Named in honor of entertainment mogul and philanthropist David Geffen, who made the initial donation to the theater, the company was founded by Gilbert Cates, and is currently helmed by Artistic Director Randall Arney, Executive Director Gil Cates, Jr., and Co-Chairs of the Board Martha Henderson and Pamela Robinson Hollander. Proudly associated with UCLA, the Geffen welcomes an audience of more than 130,000 each year, and maintains an extensive education and outreach program, designed to engage young people and the community at large in the arts. Following a strong 2014/2015 season during which five productions extended, the company’s 20th anniversary season features eight productions (two world and three West Coast premieres) featuring some of the nation’s leading playwrights and directors. www.geffenplayhouse.com.