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ARTISTIC AND DEVELOPMENT LIAISON (P/T, $/hourly)
The Orchard Project Artistic and Development Liaisons are integral members of the OP team who will provide administrative, artistic, and management support to our artistic programs and ongoing operations. These positions will work alongside current staff members and report to the Artistic Director.
The Orchard Project supports creators of dramatic stories through its Lab programs, providing resources in flexible, collaborative environments that empower artists to create new works. In previous years, companies and artists were provided room and board, staff support, and technical resources including lighting and sound equipment, musical instruments, and access to local performance spaces. Participants have ranged from playwrights working alone on drafts to full ensembles working in large rehearsal spaces.
Our labs have expanded and shifted in response to the ongoing challenges facing performing artists nationally and worldwide. During a time of industry transformation, reckoning, and instability, OP is taking steps to do even more to support the most inventive artists and diverse voices, helping creators to explore, create, and share their work in new ways given the current absence of in-person collaboration. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, OP successfully pivoted all labs normally held in Saratoga Springs or OP’s New York City office to digital platforms, supporting 30 projects in summer 2020. We are aiming to create the staff capacity to support many more than that in summer 2021.
The ideal candidates will…
- Be excited about working with generative artists
- Have experience in one or more of the dramatic forms supported by the Orchard Project
- Enjoy working closely with a small, dedicated team
- Demonstrate the ability to work well independently and manage tasks on their own
The Artistic and Development Liaison will:
- Serve as liaison between the hundreds of artists the Orchard Project serves to maintain communications between OP staff and artists.
- Assist the Artistic Director in daily and major communications, communicating with staff, board members, donors and with board and committee meetings
- Prepare communications to Board as directed by Artistic Director, President and/or Chairman
- Maintain records for staff onboarding, staff handbook and contracts
- Assist Artistic Director with staff scheduling and other internal and external communications (may include emails, drafting documents, telecommunications, etc.)
- Maintain professional behavior and respect confidential information
- Assist in keeping compliant and organized accounts and bills payable
- Maintain and distribute new employee packets
- Orient new employees
- Provide administrative and creative support to our various Labs, including scheduling meetings, communicating with participants and staff, and coordinating project work time for the numerous projects supported in the Lab.
- Communicate project work goals and achievements to OP staff and leadership
- Work to research and advocate for lab members in regards to extended opportunities, interfacing with other OP staff
- Attend weekly OP staff meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Additionally, this is primarily a remote position and requires access to a computer, internet, and distraction-free workspace. This position will include paid staff training and onboarding, including EDI training intended to provide our growing staff and board with a shared understanding and the creation of shared vocabulary that support artists and create safe, generative spaces for them to work in a peer supported context.
Job submission details are at the end of this posting.
ABOUT THE ORCHARD PROJECT
The Orchard Project is a leading American arts institution committed to supporting the most innovative artists and companies from the US and around the world in the creation of new bold new work. The Orchard Project identifies and promotes new and established voices, and has propelled over 250 ideas to production in just 15 years through its professional lab, episodic lab, audio lab, and Greenhouse. The Orchard Project’s programs and initiatives push the industry and the theatrical form, as well as building diverse audiences and educating young members of the theater community.
Works created at the Orchard Project have been seen by audiences in New York, Boston, London, Tokyo, Stockholm, Washington D.C, and more. From All the Way to The Aliens and from An Octoroon to Posh, the Orchard Project has played a significant role in the development of countless new and varied works that have been produced on and off Broadway and at theaters including St. Ann’s Warehouse, MCC Theatre, BAM, Arena Stage, Philly Live Arts, PS122, The Public Theatre, Atlantic Theater Company, the Edinburgh Festival, La Jolla Playhouse, Yale Rep, the Royal Court, and beyond.
The core activities of the Orchard Project are a series of accelerating residency and artist support programs that occur in New York City and Saratoga Springs, NY. Programs include laboratories for theatrical plays and musicals, episodic content, audio storytelling, and a world class apprentice program for young artists.
The Orchard Project (The Association for Development of Dramatic Arts, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates of historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER–THE ORCHARD PROJECT (P/T, $ Hourly)
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
THE ORCHARD PROJECT
Rate: $28–$32/hour for remote work or equivalent if adjusted to retainer or full-time, commensurate with experience; $1,400/week while in residence in Saratoga Springs
Additional Resources: Housing & all meals provided during Saratoga residency; travel reimbursement
Hours: 15–20 hours/week hybrid (September–May); ~50-60 hours/week while in residence (with one day off per week), mid-June–mid-July
Please note: For The Orchard Project season, this role is planned to serve as an exempt employee, and thus cannot qualify for overtime. That said, care will be taken to organize hours in a respectful and organized way.
About The Orchard Project
The Orchard Project (OP) is a leading artistic development organization supporting playwrights, composers, screenwriters, and generative artists working across theatre, audio, and episodic storytelling. With year-round programming and a nationally recognized summer residency in Saratoga Springs, OP serves hundreds of artists annually and acts as an incubator for new work that moves fluidly between nonprofit and commercial pathways. OP’s programs emphasize rigorous artistic development, deep artist relationships, and long-term sustainability for creators.
Position Overview
The Orchard Project seeks an Associate Producer to serve as a key artistic and operational leader within a rapidly growing organization dedicated to the development of bold new dramatic storytelling across multiple forms.
Working closely with the Artistic Director, Program Directors, and Consulting Producer, the Associate Producer will both execute and take ownership of major programs and initiatives, serving as a producing partner rather than a support-only role. This position is ideal for a collaborative, detail-oriented, and artist-centered producer eager to grow alongside an organization at a pivotal moment of expansion.
The Associate Producer will serve as Co–Program Director of the Performance Lab and as the primary producing point of contact for projects supported by and produced in association with The Orchard Project’s OPportunity Fund, leading cohorts and stewarding artist relationships across the life of each project.
Core Responsibilities
Artistic & Producing Leadership
Collaborate with the Artistic Director and Program Directors to plan, execute, and lead Orchard Project artistic programming across theatre, audio, and episodic verticals.
Serve as Co–Program Director of the Performance Lab, sharing leadership of artist selection, program structure, communications, and execution.
Support and help produce additional Orchard Project initiatives including cultivation events, industry partnerships, screen-based collaborations, and pop-up programming.
Supervise apprentices, seasonal staff, and contractors, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and accountable working environment.
OP Forward & OPportunity Fund
Serve as the primary producer and institutional lead for the OPportunity Fund, acting as chief point of contact for approximately 10–20 projects annually supported by or produced in association with the Fund.
Lead OPportunity Fund cohorts and supported artists through their engagement with The Orchard Project, including onboarding, producing support, coordination with OP staff, and long-term relationship stewardship.
Support OP Forward and OPportunity Fund programming, events, partnerships, and industry-facing initiatives, including OP Forward Industry Week.
Track projects, partnerships, and industry relationships, maintaining clear systems and institutional knowledge across programs.
Communications & Artist Relations
Serve as a liaison between The Orchard Project and the hundreds of artists it supports, maintaining clear, timely, and empathetic communication.
Support major communications with staff, board members, donors, alumni, and industry partners.
Uphold discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive artistic, financial, and organizational information.
Summer Season & Festival Producing
Work with the Artistic Director and Resident Producer as a line producer of the Orchard Project Summer Season, including pre-season planning and in-residence execution.
Pre-season responsibilities include scheduling, artist communications, offers and LOAs, venue rentals, calendars, and coordination with marketing and development.
While in residence (mid-June–mid-July), provide on-site producing support in Saratoga Springs, including:
Supporting residencies and readings
Light stage management duties for concerts and sharings
Helping produce the Orchard Project Summer Festival weekend
Maintain a professional, calm, and artist-centered presence during a fast-paced residency environment.
Qualifications & Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
Have at least two years of producing, arts administration, or theatre-based experience.
Be excited about working closely with generative artists and developing new work.
Have experience in one or more dramatic forms supported by the Orchard Project (theatre, audio, episodic, or interdisciplinary work).
Be comfortable both collaborating closely and owning projects independently.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple timelines and priorities.
Have experience supervising or mentoring interns, apprentices, or seasonal staff.
Be a creative, forward-thinking producer with strong emotional intelligence and a sense of humor.
Producing Skills & Experience
Familiarity with theatre contracts, offers, and LOAs; comfort reviewing and managing agreements in collaboration with senior staff.
Experience working with production and program budgets, including tracking expenses and supporting financial planning.
A demonstrated excitement for process-driven development environments and iterative new work creation.
Technical Skills (Preferred)
Comfort working with tracking documents, calendars, and artist databases
Familiarity with artists, creative development processes, and content-driven work a plus.
Familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, Asana, and CiviCRM (or similar CRMs) a plus
Schedule, Location & Compensation
Remote and/or hybrid work: 15–20 hours per week outside of the summer season
In residence: Approximately mid-June–mid-July in Saratoga Springs (continuous residency with one day off per week)
Compensation:
$28–$32/hour for remote work (commensurate with experience)
$1,400/week while in residence in Saratoga Springs
Housing, meals, and travel reimbursement provided during the Saratoga residency
The Orchard Project supports a remote and hybrid work environment outside of the summer season. Candidates based in NYC, Saratoga Springs, or within reasonable train or car distance to NYC are strongly encouraged to apply.
Professional Growth & Advancement
This role is designed with growth in mind. Based on experience, performance, and organizational needs, the position may scale to:
A monthly retainer
Expanded year-round hours
Or a full-time producing role
A key evaluation milestone will occur following the first summer season and OP Forward / OPportunity Fund cycle.
Equity & Inclusion
The Orchard Project (The Association for Development of Dramatic Arts, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates from historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Apply here:
https://orchardproject.com/work-with-the-op/60
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER–THE ORCHARD PROJECT (P/T, $ Hourly)
The Orchard Project Associate Producer will be an integral member of the Orchard Project team who will provide administrative, artistic, and management support to our artistic programs and ongoing operations working daily alongside OP’s resident producer. The associate producer will be responsible for a wide range of daily operations, communications, artistic projects, programming and events including OP Summer Season and OP Forward. This is a comprehensive, multi-faceted and exciting opportunity for a collaborative and creative producer, who is relentless in support of artists/new work to immerse themselves in a rapidly expanding arts organization with artistic programs at pivotal areas of growth.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be excited about working with generative artists.
- Have experience in one or more of the dramatic forms supported by the Orchard Project.
- Enjoy working closely and collaboratively with a small, dedicated team.
- Demonstrate the ability to work well independently and manage tasks on their own.
- Have a minimum of two years producing, arts administration or theater based experience.
- Be a creative, forward thinker about the ways in which we can actionaly support generative artists amidst theater, audio and episodic verticals.
- Have a great sense of humor.
The Associate Producer will:
- Serve as liaison between the hundreds of artists the Orchard Project serves to maintain communications between OP staff and artists.
- Support the Resident Producer in daily and major communications, communicating with staff, board members, major donors, artists, alumni and current and future entertainment industry partners.
- Serve as the associate director of OP Forward which includes maintaining and developing OPF programming, events, current and future partnerships, artist relationships and opportunities and functioning as the lead line producer of the OP Forward Fall Industry week. This also includes daily administrative support and artist and industry communications amongst theater, audio and episodic (TV) verticals.
- Maintain various tracking documents of industry relationships and lead outreach for potential industry partners for OP and professional organizations.
- Work to research and advocate for lab members in regards to extended opportunities, interfacing with other OP staff.
- Work with the resident producer as a line producer of the OP summer session remotely for pres season-production and in person in Saratoga Springs.
- Pre summer season responsibilities include: working with Resident Producer and Artistic Director on marketing, scheduling, venue rentals, season artist communications, offers and LOAs and season calendar and various related tasks.
- During the summer season June 15-July 10, provide some on-site support for residencies in Saratoga Springs, and to help produce the Orchard Project’s Summer Festival weekend. These responsibilities, if needed, would include travel and housing in Saratoga Springs for 4 weeks between June 15-July 10 (approximate), and would include line producing support and light stage management duties for readings and concerts in Saratoga Springs.
- Maintain professional behavior and empathetic intelligence to staff, artists, donors and partners both in NYC and Saratoga Springs and respect confidential information.
- Other duties as assigned.
*While emerging producers are strongly encouraged to apply, we welcome all applicants in various artistic verticals who feel that their skill set or experience would be a great fit.
Pay: $20/hr, 10-20 hours per week. Part time employee. (Hours may increase on site in Saratoga Springs and during OP Forward Week)
As a group of working multi-hyphenate artists and producers ourselves, the Orchard Project understands this is a part time position and within reason, will do whatever we can to support the associate producer in necessary supplemental jobs or artistic gigs. It is the responsibility of the associate producer to uphold and communicate consistent weekly work hours that are OP focused.
Location: The Orchard Project supports a remote and hybrid and mostly remote work environment outside of the summer season. Ideally, the associate producer would be a New York City or Saratoga Springs resident as they will be required at scattered in person events and shows but candidates within car or train travel to NYC are strongly encouraged to apply. Housing provided June 15-July 10 in Saratoga Springs. (specific dates TBD)
Start date: March 13, 2023 (or sooner if available).
The Orchard Project (The Association for Development of Dramatic Arts, Inc.) is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates of historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.