LOCATION: New York, NY (Hybrid)
DEPARTMENT: Artistic
POSITION TITLE: Artistic Assistant [ART200]
REPORTS TO: Artistic Director & Director of Programming
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Volunteer/Internship
COMPENSATION: Unpaid
START DATE: Immediately upon hire
Position Summary
The Artistic Assistant is a vital member of Shall See Theater’s artistic department, providing both organizational support and a creative perspective. This position ensures the smooth flow of communication, documentation, and day-to-day operations while also contributing an informed artistic eye to discussions. The Artistic Assistant supports the company’s mission to bring East Asian narratives and aesthetics to a global audience by balancing practical coordination with artistic awareness.
小隙大作戏剧工作室艺术助理是艺术部门的重要成员，在提供组织与日常事务支持的同时，也需具备一定的艺术判断力。该职位将保障沟通、文档及日常运作的顺畅，并在艺术讨论中贡献有见地的观点。艺术助理通过兼顾实际协调与艺术认知，支持剧院将东亚叙事与美学传播至全球观众的使命。
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Coordination
Support internal and external communication through various platforms (email, Slack, etc.).
Schedule, prepare for, and record minutes in department meetings.
Track deadlines and action items, ensuring follow-through in coordination with other departments.
Artistic Support
Participate in department discussions from an artistic perspective.
Attend to and assist with Shall See’s ongoing literary and production projects.
Information & Documentation Management
Build and update databases of artists, partners, and collaborators.
Organize artistic materials in collaboration with Marketing and Development to support artistic communication and fundraising efforts.
行政协调
通过多种平台（电子邮件、Slack 等）支持内部与外部沟通。
安排、准备并记录部门会议纪要。
跟踪各项截止日期与工作事项，并与其他部门协作确保落实。
艺术支持
以艺术视角参与部门讨论，结合个人艺术认知提出建设性意见。
关注并协助小隙大作的文学与制作项目进展。
信息与档案管理
建立并更新艺术家、合作伙伴与协作人员数据库。
与市场与发展部门合作，整理和管理艺术资料，以支持宣发及筹资工作。
Qualifications
Native in Mandarin Chinese and fluent in English.
Very strong interest in theatrical arts, performing arts, and arts administration.
Ideally pursuing or obtaining a BA or higher degree in Theater Studies, Arts Administration, Communications, or a related field.
Experiences in administrative or assistant experience in arts organizations (including educational settings).
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and comfort with digital office software (Google Suite, Slack, etc.)
Basic understanding of theater-making processes and an ability to articulate artistic values.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Chinese and English.
Ready to learn and grow.
Commitment to cultural equity, with a specific interest in East Asian narratives and underrepresented voices.
Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable to a growing non-profit environment.
母语为中文，具备流利的英文沟通能力。
对戏剧艺术、戏剧文学、表演艺术及艺术管理有极大兴趣。
最好拥有戏剧研究、艺术管理、传播学或相关专业的学士学位或以上学历，或正在就读。
具备 在艺术机构（或学校的艺术社团等组织）从事行政或助理工作的经验。
具备优秀的组织能力，注重细节，熟悉数字办公软件（如 Google Suite、Slack 等）。
对戏剧创作流程有基本了解，并能清晰表达个人的艺术价值观。
具备优秀的中英文书面与口头表达能力。
擅于学习成长。
认同文化公平的价值，特别关注东亚叙事与弱势声音的表达与呈现。
善于团队合作，积极主动，能够适应新兴非营利机构的环境。
To Apply…
Please submit your resume and the following required materials using the application form linked below. Click the “Apply Now” button to begin. You are also welcome to include any additional materials that you feel help us better understand your skills, background, or passion—even if they are not specifically requested.
If you have any questions, please email us. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
Required Materials: A one-page cover letter. We are not looking for a professionally-tailored cover letter, so you don’t have to maintain an academic or corporate tone. We will read this letter as a writing sample of your skills in articulation and persuasion. Please include what you would like to learn or achieve through Shall See Theater.
(Optional) You may also share with us your other writing samples or documents that show your organizational skills.