Theatre Communications Group
New York, NY
US

CONTACT NAME

LaDonna Lane

DESCRIPTION

Theatre Communications Group, the national organization for theatre, is seeking to hire a Publications Business Manager. The Publications Business Manager will work with the Director of Publications and the Editorial Director to keep track of printed books inventory, circulation, and distribution; the development of ebooks; and track which titles are up for reprint and re-stickering. In addition, the Business Manager must possess knowledge of software pursuant to inventory tracking as well as royalties and translations. This position requires outstanding interpersonal communication skills, the ability to anticipate issues before they arise, strong attention to detail, and dependability. The successful candidate will be adept at working both independently and with a team.

Job requirements:

● Serve as primary liaison to Consortium Book Sales & Distribution (CBSD)for active TCG Books and partner publisher titles. This includes, but is not limited to pre-sales calls, managing new and existing catalog title information and metadata, and collaborating with the Director of Publications to manage reprint needs with Ingram (IQ, iPage, Lightning Source, and CoreSource) and Sheridan.

● Initiate conversations with Consortium about the print run, schedule, and pricing for new titles and reprints, working with the Editorial Director, Senior Managing Editor, and Director of Publications to determine the best approach to releases

● Act as the primary point of contact for TCG Books partner publishers by managing book orders, inventory, and new and existing title metadata for our partner publishers, adjusting data as needed

● Manage ebook development and conversion with Consortium and Westchester, including proofing, uploading, and activating titles within the CBSD/Ingram database

● Monitor and execute sub-rights and reprint requests, verifying rights, calculating fees, creating agreements, invoicing, and communicating with the requestor

● Work with the director of publications, executive leadership, and the business office on royalties and subsidiary rights to ensure accurate royalty reports for all titles and that royalty statements and payments are issued in a timely manner

● Collaborate with Circulation & Sales Associate and Director of Publications to manage book sales at theatres by checking whether the member theatres have Ingram accounts, tracking book inventory as well as productions of the plays published by TCG Books and partner publishers and handling billing theatres for these book orders

● Ship copies of new titles to staff, board members, designers, contributors, and relevant donors

● Support as needed with offsite event book sales at conferences and festivals

Qualifications:

● A deep commitment to anti-racism and inclusive practices

● Sound judgment in problem-solving while coordinating and managing a myriad of logistics, orders, and requests

● Possess a positive, entrepreneurial attitude and be able to work with diverse staff and constituents successfully

● Innovative and entrepreneurial thinker

● Proficiency with Microsoft apps, especially Excel and Outlook

● Strong communication skills and high-level attention to detail

● A knowledge of and deep appreciation for the arts and their important role in our society

Preferred Skills:

● Experience with e-books and translations

● Familiarity with Ingram and Consortium systems or similar software

● Familiarity with MetaComet royalty management software or similar software

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $67,000 and will include a comprehensive benefits package, medical, dental & vision, employee assistance program, short-time and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 403b, two weeks of vacation time, and additional paid time off. Other benefits include a collegial environment that encourages a healthy work-life balance, free TCG books and monthly American Theatre magazines, and events for staff designed by TCG’s “fun committee” to foster a warm, inviting, and friendly office culture.

Employees also participate in mandatory year-round ED&I, accessibility, and anti-racism training, as well as participating in various internal groups: TCG’s Culture Committee, LGBTQ+ TCG affinity space, BIPOC @ TCG affinity space, and Anti-Racist Learning and Action Affinity Space for White TCG Staff.

About Theatre Communications Group

Theatre Communications Group exists to strengthen, nurture, and promote professional not-for-profit theatre. Founded in 1961, TCG has grown to nearly 10,000 Individual Members. Through its Core Values of Activism, Artistry, Diversity, and Global Citizenship, TCG advances a better world for theatre and a better world because of theatre. TCG is North America’s largest independent publisher of dramatic literature, with 17 Pulitzer Prize-winning plays on the TCG booklist. It also publishes the award-winning American Theatre magazine, and ARTSEARCH®, the essential source for a career in the arts. In all its endeavors, TCG seeks to increase the organizational efficiency of its Member Theatres, cultivate, and celebrate the artistic talent and achievements of the field, and promote a larger public understanding of, and appreciation for, the theatre. For more info, visit www.tcg.org.

About TCG Publications

The TCG Publications department is comprised of American Theatre; and TCG Books, the largest publisher of dramatic literature in North America; Advertising, which identifies opportunities to uplift a variety of theatrical institutions and individuals across TCG Publications; and ARTSEARCH, the most trusted job board in the nonprofit arts sector. This position will primarily support TCG Books.

How to Apply

Please include “(Title)” in the subject line and email your resume and cover letter in a single attached .pdf file to [email protected]. All materials must be sent via email. No phone calls! We will respond only to those resumes in which we have an interest.

Application Deadline

All application materials must be received by October 5, 2024, at 5:00 pm or until the position is filled. Resumes will be reviewed as they are received, so applicants are encouraged to submit their materials before the deadline.

TCG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in our hiring process, as well as throughout areas of our work. At TCG we believe that diverse ideas, cultures, and traditions reflect the broad diversity of the US and are vital assets that enrich the programs and services TCG provides for the theatre field. We respect the intersectionality of identities and are committed to EDI in all areas of our work and workplace, and we expect the same from our candidates. We strongly encourage candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+, gender non-conforming and non-binary, neuro-diverse, and people with disabilities to apply.

SALARY

$60,000.00 – $67,000.00 per year

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