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Sunday, July 28, 2024
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Chief Financial Officer – The Atlanta Opera


 The Atlanta Opera is seeking a talented individual with drive, ambition, and strong financial planning and management skills to serve as their next Chief Financial Officer (CFO). [READ MORE]
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Assistant Professor (tenure track): Theatre, Performance Studies 

Position Type:Regular Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $83,771 to $93,107, depending on the successful candidate’s years of teaching experience at the college-level. The position comes with generous benefits (scu.edu/hr/benefits), including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and university contributions toward retirement. Recognizing the high cost of housing in the local area, […] [READ MORE]

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Vice President of Marketing and Communications – Los Angeles Master Chorale 

About the Opportunity Los Angeles Master Chorale seeks a strategic, collaborative, and creative Vice President of Marketing and Communications (VPMC) to oversee marketing, branding, and communications for the organization, ensuring that all reflect the Master Chorale’s mission and singular, industry-leading standard of excellence. The VPMC is responsible for delivering a cohesive brand strategy for the […] [READ MORE]

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Development and Engagement Manager 

The Development & Engagement Manager helps to develop and execute the orchestra’s fundraising and engagement strategies at home in New York City and on tour across the U.S. and abroad. [READ MORE]

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VP of Artistic Planning & Special Events – JAZZ HOUSE KiDS 

Reporting to the Founder + President, and in close collaboration with the Artistic Director and Associate Producer, the VPAP+SE will harness external resources to benefit and prioritize the programmatic growth and financial sustainability [READ MORE]

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Seeking Highly Skilled Data Specialist with experience using Salesforce 

STG is seeking a highly skilled data specialist with experience using Salesforce, and ticketing software to join our team. [READ MORE]

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Artistic Director, Cincinnati Ballet 

Cincinnati Ballet seeks an experienced, innovative, and collaborative Artistic Director to lead the Company. [READ MORE]

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Operations Coordinator, The Knights 

Reports to: Director of Artistic OperationsType: Full-time, exempt, salariedSalary & Benefits: $60,000 annually, generous PTO, Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLocation: New York, NY – Hybrid work setting, including Brooklyn office space and on-site at concert events at multiple venues Hiring TimelineApply by July 31, 2024: Send a brief statement of interest and a resume to jobs@theknightsnyc.com. […] [READ MORE]

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Opening Nights at Florida State University – Executive Director 

Reporting to the Office of the President, the Executive Director is responsible for the overall vision and operations of the organization [READ MORE]

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Development Database (RE) Manager 

The Development Database (RE) Manager will be responsible for the overall administration and management of the Raiser's Edge database to ensure the accuracy and integrity of donor information. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director, Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra 

Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra (FMSO) invites applications and recommendations for the full-time position of Executive Director. [READ MORE]

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Charleston Gaillard Center seeking a Chief Financial Officer 

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for managing and directing the Gaillard’s financial and business affairs, human resources, and ticketing functions. [READ MORE]

 

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MEDIA

The Future Of Film With AI Already Cutting Into Reality

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MUSIC

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PEOPLE

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WORDS

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