Artistic Assistant

LOCATION: New York, NY (Hybrid) | DEPARTMENT: Artistic | EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Volunteer/Internship | COMPENSATION: Unpaid | START DATE: Immediately upon hire

About the role

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。

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.

Requirements

• 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.