Actors' Equity is a national labor union of professional actors and stage managers working in live theatre, founded for the purpose of negotiating strong agreements that protect the wages, hours and working conditions of its members; enforcing those agreements; organizing new work opportunities for members and pursuing appropriate legislation on matters affecting their profession. We represent the belief that the art of theatre is an essential cultural and economic component of our society. We're hiring a temporary Notetaker for our Touring negotiations. This is a temporary NYC in-person role; hours are usually 9am to 5pm with end times needing flexibility some days.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Attend all in-person negotiation sessions and related meetings to take comprehensive notes in July - September.
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Ensure notes accurately reflect the content of discussions, capturing key points, decisions made, and action items.
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Identify and highlight relevant information that may influence or impact negotiation outcomes.
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Maintain legibility in notetaking; clarify any abbreviations or shorthand to ensure notes are understandable by all team members.
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Organize notes in a systematic manner for easy retrieval and reference.
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Collaborate with team members to verify details and clarify any ambiguities in the notes.
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Provide summaries of key outcomes and actions required following each negotiation session.
Skills and Abilities:
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Proven experience in note-taking or similar role, preferably in a legal, corporate, or negotiation setting.
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Exceptional listening skills and the ability to identify key information in discussions.
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Strong written communication skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and detail.
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Ability to write legibly and transcribe notes in a readable format.
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Proficiency in organizing and categorizing information for ease of reference.
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Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
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Flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changing schedules and priorities.
Compensation:
Please submit a cover letter with your resume.
Actors' Equity is an equal opportunity employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status, marital status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and all other characteristics protected by law. We are also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
