Contact / Staff
Anne Hart, Director of Design, Administrative Assistant
John Klacsmann, Archivist
John Mhiripiri, Director
Jed Rapfogel, Film Programmer
Alex Westhelle, Technical Director
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EMPLOYMENT:
JOB POSTING: PART-TIME THEATER MANAGER, Anthology Film Archives, New York, NY
Anthology Film Archives, New York’s first cinema and archive devoted to film as an art form, is seeking a part-time Theater Manager. Reporting to the Head Theater Manager, this position supports the operation of AFA’s two theaters and oversees all public film programs on evenings and weekends.
The role of the part-time Theater Manager is essential to representing Anthology and assuring an excellent viewer experience. Anthology is looking for someone with movie theater experience who is able to walk the path between representing the venue and customer responsiveness with efficiency and grace. The right individuals will be responsible, dependable, trustworthy, and empathetic, with sharp business acumen. Candidates will possess an enthusiasm and knowledge of cinema, a positive, friendly attitude, and an aptitude for interacting with the public. Pay rate is currently $19 per hour. This is a union position.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
⬥ OPENING AND CLOSING THEATER. Prepare and maintain public lobby spaces, theaters, and restrooms for screenings. May include setting up tables for receptions, microphones for Q&As, or other equipment as needed. Check customer tickets for admission to all screenings.
⬥ SUPERVISE THEATER STAFF. Oversee and support other theater staff including box officers and projectionists. Communicate and address needs of in-person filmmakers, theater rental clients, other special guests, and senior AFA staff. Attend to theater staff needs.
⬥ MONITOR SCREENINGS. Check theaters to monitor projection, sound, and heat/AC. Be responsible and proactive to assess and address any issues that arise, including making announcements about relevant program details, changes, interruptions, seating issues, etc.
⬥ CUSTOMER SERVICE. Answer questions and address needs of patrons in a professional, courteous manner, exercising patience, discretion, and firmness when warranted.
⬥ INTRODUCE SCREENINGS AND HOST Q&As. When needed or helpful, make announcements before shows, introduce films, host + manage guest introductions, Q&As, panel sessions, etc.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
⬥ Professional experience in theater, museum, or other cultural organization
⬥ Strong attention to detail
⬥ Excellent communication skills
⬥ Ability to take direction and to work independently
⬥ Ability to work under pressure and confidently speak in front of an audience
⬥ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
⬥ Bachelor’s Degree in Film Studies or related field
⬥ Cash handling experience
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references with contact info to Jaye Bartell, Head Theater Manager, [email protected]. The deadline to apply is 6:30pm Tuesday, August 26. Projected start will be September 2025.
Anthology is an equal-opportunity employer, and is committed to a workplace that does not discriminate based on race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. For information about job opportunities, please check back for updates on this page. For information on the mission and activities of Anthology Film Archives, visit: anthologyfilmarchives.org.
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INTERNSHIPS:
Anthology is not currently seeking interns.
Anthology hires student and volunteer interns in our administrative office on an as-needed basis; we will update this page when a position becomes available. When there is not a call for applications, we cannot respond to each inquiry. When hiring, an in-person interview is required, and Anthology can only supply letters of invitation (for grants, fellowships, etc) after an internship has been confirmed. Interns support Anthology’s key staff and operations as a non-profit organization, cinema, and archive. Please note that Anthology does not offer internships in our film archive or research library.
Please note that this page is up-to-date and any openings will be listed here.
