Assistant Producer

POSITION: Assistant Producer 
DEPARTMENT: Artistic 
CLASSIFICATION: Full-time / Salaried / Exempt 
SUPERVISOR: Associate Artistic Director of Producing 
 

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1947 by Nina Vance, the Alley Theatre is a pioneer of regional theatre, and one of the leading nonprofit theatre companies in the United States delivering world class theater on its two stages and through its education and community engagement work. The Alley has been awarded the prestigious Regional Theatre Tony Award® and the Texas Medal of Arts Award. The Alley has transferred productions to Broadway, Off-Broadway, major European Festivals, and to 40 American cities. Unique among regional theatres, the Alley is committed to maintaining a Resident Acting Company and providing them with work year-round. Nationally recognized directors, actors, playwrights, and designers from across the country have regularly joined the Resident Acting Company.

Led by Artistic Director Rob Melrose and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein, the Alley focuses on delivering excellent programming to inspire and enchant lives through theater and prioritizes creating a welcoming environment for all.
 

JOB STATEMENT

Assistant Producer is a collaborator in the Artistic Department, providing overall department support, primarily in the preparation and execution of Alley Theatre productions. 
 

JOB DUTIES

PRODUCING 

• Collaborate with the Artistic Department to ensure the Alley Theatre’s vision is clearly articulated and communicated to staff and artists 

• Serve as a liaison with other Alley Departments, facilitating communication between artists and staff, facilitating open interdepartmental communications, collaborating on various theatre-wide initiatives, and helping set priorities where necessary 

• In collaboration with the Artistic Director and the Associate Artistic Directors, participate in the selection and dissemination of information regarding the plays and creative teams for the season, including the Alley All New Festival, and other programming such as workshops, readings, and panel discussions. This includes reading scripts for the Artistic Department 

• Represent the Artistic staff as a show-lead on assigned productions 

• Compile and distribute weekly Artistic Meeting Agendas 

• Take thorough notes during meetings 

• Facilitate Alley Chats and/or Designer Talks, as needed 

• Attend these production milestones: First Rehearsal, Designer Run and Opening Nights. 

• Attend creative concept meetings, production meetings, rehearsals, and previews, as assigned 

• Attend all Alley departmental meetings as assigned 

• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Department on ensuring all marketing materials, production photos, and lobby displays are representative of the organization and specific show’s artistic aesthetic. 

• Support the Associate Artistic Director of Producing with Marketing Photoshoot correspondence and attendance, as needed. 

• Work with Associate Artistic Director of Producing on coordinating the Alley’s involvement in the University of Houston/Alley Theatre MFA in Acting. 

• This may include scheduling, recruitment, teaching, directing, and other means of creative support. 

• Additional duties as assigned 

 
CASTING 

• Assist Associate Artistic Director of Producing on the coordination and management of all aspects of auditions and casting for all Alley productions, readings, and workshops. 

• Attend productions, events, and forums related to the Houston theatre community as a representative of the Alley Theatre and as means for local actor and artist recruitment. 

• Upkeep Casting and Creative Artist Database 

• Additional duties as assigned. 
   

DIRECTING 

• Assistant Direct productions as assigned. This includes but is not limited to attending creative concept meetings, production meetings, rehearsals, and previews. 

• For productions that include understudies, work with the show’s Stage Manager and the Associate Artistic Director of Producing on rehearsing and supporting the understudies. 

• Attend all understudy orientation meetings 

• Additional duties as assigned. 
   

DRAMATURGY SUPPORT 

• Support in the journey of script submissions through their full life cycle, including overseeing the script tracking system, currently on Air Table, and managing the pool of script readers 

• High-level script reading with a written report, as assigned 

• Locate and distribute scripts as requested while maintaining the shared season scripts folder used by Alley staff 

• Support writing blog posts for the organization, as needed. 

• Assist in reformatting scripts and creating supplemental materials (french-scene breakdowns, glossaries, etc) as needed. 

• Collaborate with Marketing Department as a proof-reader and editor for programs, press releases, blog posts, and other marketing materials, as well as contribute to the lobby display content 

• Additional duties as assigned 

REQUIREMENTS (SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE)

• Minimum of 2 years of producing professional theater and/or theater management experience preferred 

• Proficient in artistic criticism and script analysis 

• Prior experience of administrative experience in a performing arts setting, preferred 

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, energized and quickly changing environment. 

• The ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines 

• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills. 

• Detail oriented and able to prioritize efficiently 

• Ability to be self-directed and take initiative. 

• Ability to maintain confidential information. 

• Strong verbal and written communications skills. 

• Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills. 

• College degree preferred 
  
   

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 

• Paid vacation, floating holiday and sick time 

• 401(k) with matching, FSA, HRA (Alley paid deductible) 

• Free and discounted tickets to Alley Theatre performances 

• Discounted Parking ($4 Bi-weekly) 

• Discounted gym membership 

• Employee wellness program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Houston, TX is one of the most affordable cities in the nation with no state or city income tax. 

Alley Theatre is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected]. 
 

The Alley Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.