Company Manager Application

Company Manager Application
A.B.L.E. seeks an organized and collaborative Company Manager to support the logistic and administrative operations of A.B.L.E.’s programs - including core ensembles, specialized workshops, and outreach efforts - to elevate performing arts opportunities for the disability community. This full-time position will ideally start work in March 2025.

The Company Manager brings their organization, focus, and problem-solving skills to oversee the varied day-to-day operations of the organization, including producing performances, managing staff and volunteers, negotiating contracts, organizing payroll, allocating resources, ensuring smooth workflow, monitoring program performance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive, reflective, and communicative leader who is excited to build relationships with a diverse range of people including our actors with disabilities, volunteers, staff, organizational partners, and supporters. You can read the full job description here.

A.B.L.E. was founded on the belief that everyone is A.B.L.E. to connect, to contribute, and to create. Our work centers on fostering communication, teamwork, and inclusivity, not just among our program participants, but for all who work with us. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from all races, religions, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, ages, and disability statuses. A.B.L.E. is committed to including diverse voices and perspectives across our organization.

Applications must be received by 5pm CST on Wednesday January 22nd. Late submissions will not be considered. If you need support or accommodations, please contact admin@ableensemble.com
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Why are you drawn to A.B.L.E.? What got you excited about our work, and what would you like to learn more about? *

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Tell us about a previous role you had (this could be employment, freelance work, volunteering, or a class) and what experience or skills you learned there that you can bring to this role.

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A.B.L.E.'s Company Manager helps to hold our community together, and will build relationships with a wide range of people including our actors with disabilities, volunteers, staff, organizational partners, and supporters. Tell us about a community you are a part of that is important to you. What do you love about that community? What helps to hold that community together?*

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We believe a successful Company Manager will have most or all of the following qualities. Which of these are your TOP THREE strengths?*

EXPERIENCED - you have an established track-record of experience and/or education in theatre arts administration, theatre production or stage management, nonprofit management, or a related field. Prior experience with the disability community is a plus.COLLABORATIVE: you share and implement ideas that make our work stronger and enjoy building relationships with a diverse range of people from the A.B.L.E. community - including our actors with disabilities, volunteers, staff, organizational partners, and supporters.EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR: you can connect both verbally and in writing with different members of the A.B.L.E. community via email, phone, text, and in person; you listen with curiosity and empathy, and explain things in different ways to support different audiences.PROACTIVE: you are goal-oriented, motivated to work independently, and excited to actively seek out new prospects and opportunities for the organization; you anticipate future needs and challenges.ORGANIZED: you can juggle different projects and priorities at the same time, and pay careful attention to details.ANALYTICAL: you see the big picture while also recognizing patterns and breaking processes into smaller pieces.ENJOY NUMBERS: you are fiscally responsible and can manage budgets and allocate resources efficiently and effectively.RELIABLE: you arrive on time and prepared, honor deadlines, and demonstrate thoughtfulness towards your teammates.FLEXIBLE: you enjoy working in different environments and with different people every day.RESPONSIVE: you are an effective problem solver; you can adapt to new information and changes and communicate these changes with others.REFLECTIVE: you want to grow and deepen your skills; you ask questions and ask for help when you need it; you seek out and give supportive feedback.LEADER: you can motivate a team, address conflicts, and nurture a positive, honest, and safe environment for others to connect and create.
Tell us more about the 3 traits you chose. Share examples of how you have demonstrated each those strengths in action. *

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Which of the traits above do you least identify with? What support do you need to develop in that area?*

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If an offer of employment is made, I understand that prior to beginning work with A.B.L.E., I will be required to complete a background check, and to attend Sexual Harassment and Prevention Training and program orientation.*

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