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Playwrights Foundation (PF), a center for new play development that supports, empowers, and centers playwrights, is looking for a part time Literary Manager to work closely with the Executive Artistic Director (EAD) and Artistic Producer to manage the application processes and support programming for the Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF) and Resident Playwright Program (RPP), provide dramaturgical support and producing support as needed as well as advocate for Playwrights Foundation and alumni within the local and national community. The Literary Manager is an active member of the staff throughout the year to support program implementation and fulfillment of PFs purpose, vision, and values. The ideal candidate would have experience in literary selection processes and have worked within a theater organization. Playwrights Foundation is located in San Francisco, on the traditional lands of the Ramaytush Ohlone people.Primary Job Duties: Oversee, manage, innovate, document, and evaluate BAPF and RPP application processes in partnership with EAD and Artistic Producer Responsible for designing, building, and testing the BAPF and RPP application interfaces in AirTableRecruit, coordinate, and communicate with BAPF and RPP selection committeesSupport BAPF and RPP program implementation and producing needs with EAD and Artistic Producer Provide dramaturgical support for current and alum playwrights, as neededEstablish relationships with the playwriting community and advocate for PFs programsAdvocate for PF plays and playwrights locally and nationally, as time allows Be an advocate within the theatre community for Playwrights Foundation, as time allowsOversee interns or fellows, as neededSeeking the following Qualities: Dedicated to diversity, inclusion, equity, access and anti-racismEagerness to learn and contribute to a small teamDetail-oriented Values focusedRelationship CenteredCollaborativeResourcefulObservant and intuitiveProactive problem solverSelf-starter, dynamic and able to thrive in a small but active environmentAbility to work independently and remotely with a diverse teamQualificationsDemonstrated excellence in organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to help drive time-sensitive projects to completion and manage competing prioritiesStrong reading skills Ability to determine promising playwriting skills and interesting voicesDemonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to use good judgment, take initiative and make recommendations in resolving problems and provide guidance to staffKnowledge of and experience in new play dramaturgyAbility to analyze and manage large amounts of dataStrong technical skills, must have experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office, particularly spreadsheets Knowledge of or experience in using and building in AirTable is a plus but not required Hours & ScheduleFor immediate Hire, anticipated start date in mid April. Year round, part time employee with an avg of 18 hours per week for roughly 936 hours per year. Hours fluctuate according to projects and deadlines with up to 40 hours during the biennial Bay Area Playwrights Festival (even years) and retreat weekends, sometimes 10-15 hours per week during slower periods. Occasional evening and weekend work required to support events. Location Work primarily remote but in person events will be necessary. Bay Area residence required. Compensation$25.19 per hourPaid Time Off (PTO) Benefits, first year starts at 20 hrs, increases to 40 hrs in year 2, and additional increases in year 3, 5, & 7Half time holidays for a total of 5.5 days of paid holidays per year Additional Sick Benefits Pre-tax commuter benefitsFlexible hybrid schedule How to applyClick on the Apply for Literary Manager button below and submit a cover letter, resume, and references to the attention of Jessica Bird Beza, Executive Artistic Director. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis through April 2026 or until the position is filled. At Playwrights Foundation, we celebrate diversity and seek to uphold inclusive and anti-racist practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants of all race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status to apply.
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