About Thresh:
Thresh is a New York-based, female-led performing-arts nonprofit producing work about storytelling in all its forms. From creating cross-cultural productions that deal with issues of identity, race, gender and inclusion, to outreach programs for marginalized and underserved communities in the US and abroad, we represent the underrepresented.
Thresh is proud to be a project-based organization, collaborating with multidisciplinary artists of different backgrounds and viewpoints. Working on various projects at once allows for the employment of individuals from many artistic disciplines—from composers to librettists, visual artists, and more.
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Job Posting: Part-Time Arts Administrative Assistant
Role Type: Contract, Part-Time, Remote
Pay: $20 per hour
Time Commitment: ~30 hours per month (5–8 hours/week), flexible schedule
Start Date: Flexible (between June 23 and June 30, 2025)
Position Summary
Thresh is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Arts Administrative Assistant to support its operational and creative expansion. This role requires flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks across departments. You’ll play a vital role in keeping our small team organized and efficient as we grow.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Operational Support
- Manage email communications and calendars
- Organize and maintain Google Drive
- Create and manage spreadsheets and contact lists
- Assist with internal communications and project tracking via Monday.com
- Provide general support across departments as needed
- Support hiring processes and onboarding of staff and interns
- Attend regular meetings (weekly virtual and occasional monthly in-person)
Project Management
- Assist with ongoing projects and operational workflows
- Support event planning through outreach and execution
- Coordinate with the Executive Artistic Director on scheduling and logistics
Marketing & Outreach
- Conduct marketing research and gather promotional materials
- Occasionally assist with simple filming and editing tasks
- Organize and distribute images and media from archives
- Support external communications and outreach
Education & Development
- Assist with research and writing for educational initiatives
- Support outreach and documentation for education and development programs
- Expand outreach through spreadsheet management and external contacts
Intern Management
- Oversee intern communication, training, and weekly check-ins
- Track progress via Monday.com and provide feedback reports
- Develop onboarding/offboarding materials and training documentation
- Coordinate intern assignments across departments
Ideal Candidate
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Flexible schedule and responsive communication habits
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Previous experience in arts administration, nonprofit work, or project coordination preferred
- Proficient in Google Workspace, basic marketing and editing (e.g., Canva), and project management tools (e.g., )
To Apply: Please send your résumé and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role to [email protected]
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 8 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10003
