Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) seeks a Seasonal Assistant Company Manager to join our team for the 2026 summer season. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized, people-centered theatre professional who enjoys being at the heart of a busy festival environment+mdash;supporting artists, managing logistics, and helping ensure the company has a smooth, welcoming, and well-run experience from arrival to departure.

The Assistant Company Manager is a key member of the operations team and serves as a central point of communication and support for visiting artists across BTG+rsquo;s summer season.

This role is best suited to a candidate who can work independently, problem-solve quickly, and support artists with discretion and calm in a fast-paced seasonal environment.

Weekly salary of $725 plus housing and utilities provided. This position begins May 18, 2026 and concludes August 30, 2026.

Qualifications:

Strong proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar, Drive)
Experience in a theatrical setting and arts management (i.e. stage, general, company, etc.).
Valid U.S. driver+rsquo;s license and comfort driving frequently as part of daily duties
Calm, organized, and responsive approach to a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with artists, staff, and partners

Responsibilities:

Assist Company Manager with writing, distributing, and filing contracts for all company members.
Coordinate artist travel logistics for contract start/end dates and provide frequent daily transportation support throughout the season
Manage company and rental housing, including scheduling cleanings, providing supplies and furniture, and communicating with landlords.
Oversee company vehicles and rentals, including maintenance scheduling, fueling coordination, and cleanliness.
Assist Company Manager with daily and weekly scheduling for the department.
Provide hospitality for meet and greets, opening night parties, and staff events.
Work in conjunction with administrative and production department heads.
Process receipts and reimbursements for artists.
Be a direct line of communication for all company members.

Expectations:

Maintain a high level of professionalism and discretion regarding department, theatre, and personal matters.
Demonstrate a high level of organizational skills and responsibility for multiple projects.
Provide respectful and clear communication with all company members.
Ability to collaborate and work with a team.
Represent the organization appropriately and abide by the mission statement.
Demonstrate behavior showing a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Perform work in a manner that is consistent with that commitment.

About Berkshire Theatre Group

Berkshire Theatre Group, celebrating its 98th year as a professional theatre in Western Massachusetts, is hiring for the 2026 summer season. The festival will include five produced productions, plus concerts and special events on two stages. The summer season runs from mid-May through mid/late August (employment dates vary by position).
The Colonial Theatre (founded in 1903) and Berkshire Theatre Festival (founded in 1928) are among the oldest cultural institutions in the Berkshires. In 2010, the two organizations merged under the leadership of Artistic Director and CEO Kate Maguire to form Berkshire Theatre Group. Today, BTG serves more than 68,000 patrons annually and reaches over 11,000 Berkshire County students through its education programs.
BTG is nationally recognized for artistic leadership and innovation, including becoming the first theatre company in the United States approved by Actors+rsquo; Equity Association to produce a musical during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we approach our 100th anniversary in 2028, we remain deeply committed to artistic excellence, education, and community engagement.
Berkshire Theatre Group is committed to Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Access and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities and believe that a diversity of voices strengthens our work and our community.
BTG+rsquo;s vision is to be a center for creative work that enriches, educates, invigorates, transforms, and strengthens our community for the better.

To Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
hiring@berkshiretheatre.org
We encourage all interested applicants to explore our website for a full listing of current productions and more information about the organization: www.berkshiretheatregroup.org