Librarian & Archivist (Part-Time, 25 hrs/week, $30/hour)
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre – New York, NY
Salary commensurate with experience) | In-Person | 25 hours/week
The Neighborhood Playhouse, one of America’s most respected acting conservatories and birthplace of the renowned Meisner Technique, seeks a part-time Librarian & Archivist to curate and maintain our distinctive collection of plays, musical scores, books, and theatrical materials. Located in the heart of Manhattan, this position offers a unique opportunity to support a thriving community of artists while preserving the rich history and resources that inspire their craft.
Some Things You’ll Do:
- Organize and maintain our physical and digital library of books, plays, CDs, DVDs, and scene materials
- Support faculty and students with research and distribution of classroom content
- Maintain and update databases and metadata for scenes, anthologies, and music
- Assist with performance rights licensing for annual public productions
- Coordinate archive submissions to the NYPL for the Performing Arts
- Scan, format, watermark, and archive copyrighted materials in compliance with educational use
- Share updated digital catalogs with faculty and students
- Provide basic troubleshooting support for office hardware (desktop, printer, scanner)
What We’re Looking For:
- Interest in and knowledge of the performing arts is strongly preferred
- Excellent organizational skills and comfort managing metadata
- Experience with digital archiving and file formatting
- Familiarity with Apple macOS, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office
- Basic understanding of copyright law, especially regarding educational use
- A collaborative, adaptable, and resourceful mindset
- MLIS or equivalent library/archives experience preferred
This is a legacy role at a storied institution. You’ll be the steward of decades of theatrical knowledge—and help shape its future.
To apply: Please do not call or visit the school in person, as it may disrupt ongoing classes. Instead, email your resume and a brief letter of interest to: hiring@neighborhoodplayhouse.org