Administrative Paid Marketing and Development Associate Elevator Repair Service New York, NY US[...]

Elevator Repair Service Theater (ERS) is seeking a creative, highly‑organized, and collaborative Marketing and Development Associate. The role leads marketing initiatives—preparing and sending marketing emails, managing the company’s social media accounts—and provides general development and administrative support to the organization. Working closely with the Development Director, the associate will execute grant‑writing and day‑to‑day development and fundraising operations, and support ERS’s Artistic Director in managing his professional calendar. Responsibilities Marketing Manage all social media accounts (Instagram, Blue Sky, Vimeo, Facebook) Prepare and send all marketing emails Organize and update marketing materials: show decks, production photos, etc. Act as press and marketing liaison with presenting venues Assist in scheduling press engagements (interviews, appearances, etc.) Update and maintain the ERS website with new events and content Act as lead staff member liaising between ERS staff and web design studio for the new website Monitor online merch store Development Lead grant writing under the supervision of the Development Director, including preparing support materials and online questionnaires Assist in all event preparation, including the annual ERS gala—logistics, venue coordination, invitation creation, on‑site logistics, and attendance Maintain grant deadline calendar Manage and update donor database (Bloomerang) Assist in donor prospecting and research Generate acknowledgement letters Schedule quarterly Board meetings Take and distribute minutes at quarterly Board meetings Arrange tickets for donors Communicate opening night and donor‑specific ticket needs to venues Administration Take and distribute weekly staff meeting minutes Maintain office calendar Answer phones, screen general messages, and pass them to appropriate staff Coordinate and manage Artistic Director calendar Receive and distribute mail and packages Organize office cleaning and ensure the office is organized and neat (management of dishes, trash, recycling, etc.) Keep and update inventory of office equipment and supplies, as well as ERS logins/accounts Maintain inventory of production equipment and laptops stored at the office Order office supplies when needed Qualifications 1+ year of experience in fundraising, marketing, or administrative positions Excellent, clear writing skills Excellent computer/technology skills (GSuite, Word, Excel, social media platforms) Experience using a CRM database (Tessitura, Bloomerang, or similar), or willingness to learn Familiarity with grant writing and submissions a plus but not required Familiarity with or interest in experimental theater, performance, and/or Off‑Broadway theater a plus but not required Compensation & Benefits Salary: $52,000–$55,000, commensurate with experience. Permanent, full‑time (10:00 am – 6:00 pm), non‑exempt position in New York City at ERS’s office in NoHo/East Village with some schedule flexibility to support hybrid work. Health, Dental, and Vision with 10% employee contribution, plus a $1,000 flexible health spending account to help cover copays and deductibles 3 weeks paid vacation, plus paid weeks off at Thanksgiving and New Year’s 11 paid federal holidays 10 sick days and 5 personal days Summer Fridays: office closes at 1:00 pm all Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day, dependent on production activity Paid Family Leave 403(b) plan Application Process Submit resume and cover letter describing your interest and qualifications to View email address on click.appcast.io with “Marketing and Development Associate” in the subject line. Applications accepted until the position is filled, with anticipated start date October 1 2026. Initial interviews conducted by phone starting in August. Finalists interviewed in‑person at the ERS office or via video conference. Finalists required to submit a short writing sample. All applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy. No phone calls, please. Equal Opportunity Employer ERS recognizes that people may acquire the necessary skills and experience for this position in a variety of ways and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. BIPOC candidates and those who have not historically been represented in the theater community and/or arts administration are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, or veteran status. About Elevator Repair Service Elevator Repair Service (ERS) is a New York City‑based experimental theater ensemble founded in 1991 by Artistic Director John Collins. The company’s shows are created from a wide range of texts that include found transcripts of trials and debates, literature, classical dramas, and new plays. Over the years, ERS has produced more than 20 original theater pieces and has received an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence. Its best‑known work, “Gatz” (2010), is a landmark contemporary performance. ERS continues to develop new works and enlists a collaborative ensemble of actors, designers, stage managers, and administrators—over fifty artists, a full‑time staff of five, and a 16‑member Board of Directors. #J-18808-Ljbffr Playbill, Inc.