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Sunday, June 26, 2022
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Artistic Director – Oklahoma City Ballet


 OKLAHOMA CITY BALLET (OKCB) seeks its next Artistic Director, as it celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year. The Artistic Director serves in a co-leadership structure with the Executive Director, with both reporting to the Board. The AD is responsible for conceiving, developing, and implementing the artistic direction of OKCB, and effectively communicating this direction both […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Cleveland Play House


 This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the country’s oldest and most revered regional theatre companies. [READ MORE]
 

 

Producing Artistic Director – Asolo Repertory Theatre


 With a talent for curating seasons that feature a blend of musicals, soul-inspiring stories, comedic flourishes, and thoughtful ruminations on modern life, the PAD will come to this role with deep experience and knowledge of the theatrical canon. [READ MORE]
 

 

Chicago Philharmonic seeks Chief Development Officer


 The Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra is a dynamic, nationally recognized, musician-led organization whose mission is to excite, engage, and transform diverse audiences with the beauty and power of great music through its inclusive community of musicians and community members. [READ MORE]
 

 

Director of Communications and Field Learning – WolfBrown


 The Director of Communications and Field Learning will join our small team of professional researchers and consultants in building and implementing a coherent communications strategy for the firm, and supporting innovative new field learning efforts. [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director – Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre


 PBT seeks a collaborative and engaged organizational leader to build on its strong financial foundation and to guide it into a new era of imagining what a ballet organization can be. [READ MORE]
 

 

Artistic Director – Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre


 The Artistic Director is responsible for conceiving, developing and implementing the artistic vision and focus of PBT and the PBT School and, importantly, articulating this vision internally and more broadly to PBT’s community. [READ MORE]
 

 

Chief Registrar / Director of Exhibitions


 Provides strong leadership and management in all areas of collection and exhibition management. [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Management Fellow


 The Executive Management Fellowship is designed for aspiring leaders in executive management in the symphony orchestra field. [READ MORE]
 

 

Apply Now for MA in Arts Administration at Goucher College. Consider What’s Next.


 An innovative MA program in Arts Administration will help you prepare for the ever-changing environment of today's arts administrator. Designed for those who are also working full-time, this limited-residency program is practical and affordable. [READ MORE]
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Executive Director- THE INNOVATE 

The inaugural Executive Director of THE INNOVATE will be an engaged leader who will build and establish the organization’s role as a premier venue for performances and events at the heart of the community. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director- Oregon Ballet Theatre 

The Executive Director (ED) at OBT will work in a co-equal shared leadership model with the Artistic Director (AD) to direct and advance all elements of the organization’s mission, strategy, programming, and operations. [READ MORE]

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Director of Institutional Giving & Government Relations – LA Opera 

The Director of Institutional Giving & Government Relations is a key member of our Development team who advocates for LA Opera in the community and oversees corporate, foundation and government fundraising. [READ MORE]

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ARTISTIC DIRECTOR sought for Next Act Theatre, Milwaukee, WI 

The new Artistic Director will be charged with embracing NAT’s mission, leading the company with clear vision and transparent methods which will continue and enhance that mission. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director- Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 

The Executive Director will serve as the most senior administrative officer for the organization, working in partnership with the Executive Producer, Board, and senior leadership team. [READ MORE]

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Shakespeare Dallas Seeks Managing Director 

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a management professional who can bring together their vision, experience, and passion for live theatre together with a drive to increase the impact theatre can make in communities. [READ MORE]

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Subscriptions Representative 

The Subscriptions Representative is responsible for working with all aspects of administering and fulfilling various types of subscription packages and orders for numerous genres including. [READ MORE]

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Artistic Director- Oregon Ballet Theatre 

The Artistic Director (AD) at OBT will work in a shared leadership model with the Executive Director (ED) to direct and advance all elements of the organization’s mission, strategy, programming, and operations. [READ MORE]

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President & CEO – Virginia Symphony Orchestra 

The President & CEO will generate and execute strategies and operating plans, ensure fiscal resiliency from both earned and contribute revenues, and articulate the VSO’s mission, vision, and values. [READ MORE]

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Manager, Audience Research Program – WolfBrown 

The Manager, Audience Research Program, will provide timely and thoughtful customer service to an assortment of WolfBrown clients, ranging from theatre companies to museums. [READ MORE]

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Executive Assistant 

Seattle-based Music of Remembrance speaks out through its performances on historical and contemporary challenges to human rights. We are seeking an individual with the organizational and communication skills to support our operations. MORE [READ MORE]

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Los Angeles Opera, Vice President of Connects 

The Vice President of Connects role represents a unique and distinctive opportunity to lead and cultivate the growth of educational and community programs. [READ MORE]

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Jon and Linda Ender Chief Executive Officer and Director 

The Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block’s (TMA) mission is Connecting Art to Life through meaningful and engaging experiences that inspire discovery, spark creativity, and promote cultural understanding. [READ MORE]

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Senior Director of Development – Jacksonville Symphony 

The Senior Director of Development will be responsible for expanding the base of major gift donors, from individuals, and corporations, on a local, and regional level. [READ MORE]

 

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