The Sol Project: A national Theater Initiative
Amplifying the Voices of Latinx Playwrights in the American Theater.
work with us!
The Sol Project seeks a dynamic, curious, and innovative thought partner to join a talented collective of artists in the role of Producing Assistant. For the time being, this is a remote position with the hope of eventually working in New York City once COVID restrictions are lifted.
Who is The Sol Project?
Launched in 2016, The Sol Project is a national theater initiative dedicated to producing the work of Latinx playwrights in New York City and beyond. Guided by the values of joy, rigor and generosity, The Sol Project works in partnership with leading theaters around the country to amplify Latinx voices and build artistic homes for artists of color. Through the writers we champion, The Sol Project aspires to create a bold, powerful, and kaleidoscopic body of work for the new American theater.
Areas of Accountability
The Producing Assistant will primarily provide administrative and program support to Jacob Padrón (Founder & Artistic Director, he/him) and Joey Reyes (Associate Producer, they/them), as well as the day-to-day activities of The Sol Project which includes, but is not limited to:
Administrative Support
Artistic/Producing Support
Marketing & Communications Support
Ideal Qualifications
Compensation
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume as one PDF file to Joey Reyes at joey@solproject.org by Friday, February 26, 2021 with “Producing Assistant” in the subject line of the email. Individuals with identities that are traditionally underrepresented in the theater community and arts administration are strongly encouraged to apply.
Who is The Sol Project?
Launched in 2016, The Sol Project is a national theater initiative dedicated to producing the work of Latinx playwrights in New York City and beyond. Guided by the values of joy, rigor and generosity, The Sol Project works in partnership with leading theaters around the country to amplify Latinx voices and build artistic homes for artists of color. Through the writers we champion, The Sol Project aspires to create a bold, powerful, and kaleidoscopic body of work for the new American theater.
Areas of Accountability
The Producing Assistant will primarily provide administrative and program support to Jacob Padrón (Founder & Artistic Director, he/him) and Joey Reyes (Associate Producer, they/them), as well as the day-to-day activities of The Sol Project which includes, but is not limited to:
Administrative Support
- Scheduling phone/Zoom calls between Collective, artists, and partners
- Tracking expenses and processing payments
- Booking travel (when applicable)
Artistic/Producing Support
- Tracking and organizing script database
- Producing support for The Sol Project’s podcast, SolTalk
Marketing & Communications Support
- Keeping The Sol Project’s website up-to-date with accurate information
- Updating social media platforms regularly (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
- Drafting and sending newsletters to subscribers
Ideal Qualifications
- 1-2 years of theatrical administrative experience
- Fluency in social media platforms, Mailchimp, and Weebly
- A demonstrated commitment to anti-racism
- Excellent writing and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to effectively maintain multiple projects
- Strong computer skills
Compensation
- $20/hour for up to 10 hours a week
To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume as one PDF file to Joey Reyes at joey@solproject.org by Friday, February 26, 2021 with “Producing Assistant” in the subject line of the email. Individuals with identities that are traditionally underrepresented in the theater community and arts administration are strongly encouraged to apply.
