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Weston Theater Company
Weston, VT
Professional Job

Expires: 06/17/26

Job Dates

05/04/26 - 08/30/26

Pay

$385 per week

GENERAL MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
Seasonal, Full-Time Non-Exempt

Reports to: General Manager
Start Date: May 4, 2026 (dates subject to slight change)
End Date: August 30, 2026 (dates subject to slight change)
Housing: Shared bedroom, kitchen, and bath in company housing
Compensation: $385/week + overtime, housing included
Hiring Schedule: Interviews will begin on or about February 9, 2026

Overview
Weston Theater Company (WTC) is designed to be a collaborative organization; employees forge interdepartmental relationships and contribute to a positive and supportive workplace through teamwork, flexibility, and goal-oriented cooperation. The successful candidate will be passionate and engaged in their area of expertise and will also demonstrate a willingness to help other departments if needed to fulfill WTC+rsquo;s mission: to create theater to engage, entertain, and inspire our ever-expanding community.

Weston Theater Company is located in rural southern Vermont. Having an appreciation for nature and a quiet small-town vibe for the summer is essential. What we lack in population density, public transportation, and urban conveniences is offset by the beauty of 400,000 acres of national forests, lakes, quintessential general stores, and a caring community.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assist the General Manager with day-to-day office management for WTC+rsquo;s summer season and a summer staff of approximately 30 people;
Assist with the creation and distribution of the Weston Weekly, the company newsletter; Assist with updating the Cue Sheet, the company webpage;
Assist with scheduling and coordinating logistics for WTC+rsquo;s 3 monthly company-wide coffee chats;
Assist Production Management with the Young Company outdoor touring production, responsibilities might include site-visits, being a point person for the venue, and helping to coordinate venue information with production team;
Provide support in fostering relationships within the community, such as support with welcome dinners, company picnics, company fun, tech dinners, etc.;
Assist the General Manager with budget tracking, overtime tracking, receipt collection and credit card reconciliations;
Assist the General Manager with maintaining and improving administrative systems and company-wide communication including shared drives and creation of production boards and slideshows across campus; support Company Administrator with mail sorting, distribution, and supply ordering as needed;
Assist with preparations for production openings and closings, ensuring expressions of gratitude for the company;
Occasional assistance with audience services, production management, and company management as needed;
Attend and assist with scheduling of Young Professional Career Development Meetings;
Assist with contracts for Career Development guest speakers;
Assist in the upkeep, cleanup, and maintenance of work areas and equipment;
Provide support for special events or company projects as needed.

PREFFERED REQUIREMENTS:
Interest in arts administration, producing organizations, and theater;
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and communication skills both verbal and written;
Provide excellent hospitality and be a champion of all Weston Theater Company+rsquo;s programming;
A strong work ethic, sense of humor, and desire to be part of a team;
Computer literacy with emphasis on Office 365 and Google experience is a plus;
Comfortable driving company owned and rented vehicles is a plus;
Ability to manage multiple, overlapping productions, projects, and personalities with grace;
Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude;
Be at least 18 years of age;
Ability to thrive in rural areas with limited cell phone reception;
Valid driver+rsquo;s license preferred;
Located in rural Vermont, driving duties and commutes may vary so while a personal car is not required, having one is strongly advised.

Weston Theater Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applicants from historically marginalized communities. WTC recognizes that historic institutional practices have led to an exclusionary and harmful environment for members of these communities, and is actively working to become a more diverse, anti-racist, inclusive organization. We acknowledge and welcome the complexity of the work ahead.

Full vaccinations for staff, creative team, and artists are mandatory for employment, as is adherence to all COVID-19 safety protocols. Proof of vaccination will be required upon first day of work.

To apply, send cover letter, resume, and three references to hiring@westontheater.org. Please put +ldquo;General Management Assistant+rdquo; in the subject line.

Contact

James Roeder

Director of Production and Operations

hiring(at)westontheater(dot)org

https://westontheater.org

(802) 824-8167

Business Address

703 Main Street

Weston, VT 05161

Posted: 12/17/2025 18:54:53 EST

Last Updated: 12/18/2025 02:00 EST

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