American Ballet Theatre (ABT) is one of the greatest dance companies in the world. Since its founding season in 1940, ABT’s mission has been to create, present, preserve, and extend the incredible repertoire of classical dancing for the widest possible audience. Headquartered in New York City, ABT is the only cultural institution of its size and stature to extensively tour, enchanting audiences for eight decades in 50 U.S. states, 45 countries, and over 480 cities worldwide. ABT’s repertoire includes full-length classics from the nineteenth century, the finest works from the early twentieth century, and acclaimed contemporary masterpieces. In 2006, by an act of Congress, ABT was designated “America’s National Ballet Company®.”

We are seeking an Assistant Company Manager to support American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT’s) General Management department with all matters related to touring logistics, visiting artists, and general company administration.

The Assistant Company Manager is a critical member of ABT’s Touring Staff, and your primary responsibility will be organizing, coordinating, and facilitating travel for a Touring Company of 130 people. Travel is required for this position, as you support ABT’s domestic and international touring engagements, and you must be able to work a varied and demanding schedule that includes late nights, weekends, and holidays, particularly during tours and our New York Performance Seasons. You will have the opportunity to work both independently and as part of our team, exercise creative problem solving, assist with the ongoing assessment of general Touring Company administrative policies, and actively contribute to ABT’s mission to share classical dancing with the widest possible audience. This position reports to the Company Manager.

The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, April 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application via Lever.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversees travel logistics for all domestic and international tours, with support from the Company Manager, including booking and managing group flights, hotels, and ground transportation for a Touring Company of 130 people.
• Organizes and supports Touring Company members throughout travel days, including facilitating group airport transfers, group check-in at airports and at hotels, and for the duration of ABT’s domestic and international tours.
• Develops, distributes, and tracks online sign-ups for Touring Company airport transfers, flights, and hotels.
• Prepares tour books and informational documents regarding all aspects of tour and travel (schedules, local area information, medical and emergency contacts, etc.).
• Assists Company Manager and Marketing Department with box office set-up and company seat holds for our New York Seasons, and oversees house seat orders, contractual tickets, and the distribution of complimentary tickets in New York and on tour.
• Maintains all essential company contact and travel information, including passport and immigration records, and assists Company Manager with the preparation and processing of visa applications and other documents necessary for international touring.
• Assists the Company Manager in the preparation of payroll through the calculation of Dancer overtime.
• Organizes, maintains, and ensures the accuracy of Company Management files.
• Responsible for re-stocking and packing theater crates for the Company Management tour office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in arts administration or business administration OR an equivalent combination of education and performing arts experience required.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage competing tasks.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat, and the ability and willingness to learn new software when necessary.
• The ability to work a varied and demanding schedule (including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays) and travel outside New York City for extended periods when ABT is on tour.
• Commitment to maintaining absolute discretion and confidentiality.

• Previous touring, travel, and/or travel booking experience.
• A flexible, adaptive, and positive attitude, especially when confronted with the unexpected.
• The ability to work independently, while also supporting colleagues and general Touring Company operations and collaborating with others as required.
• An understanding of or willingness to learn more about ballet and the operations of a ballet company.

American Ballet Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.