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Sunday, September 4, 2022
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Associate Producer-Black Spectrum Theatre Company


 The right sort of individual for this role will be a highly motivated self-starter with an eagerness to learn while bringing unique talents and experiences to bear on elevating the work of this community based jewel that is supported by a deeply dedicated and passionate audience. [READ MORE]
 

 

Executive Director – Theatre Forward


 The Executive Director will take the lead on shaping plans for Theatre Forward’s expansion and evolution, seeking new ways to raise funds and provide direct and meaningful support to regional theatre partners across the country. [READ MORE]
 

 

Chief Marketing Officer – The Alley Theatre


 THE ALLEY THEATRE (The Alley) is seeking applicants for its next The Chief Marketing Officer. The Chief Marketing Officer is one of several senior administrative staff positions at The Alley, including Development, Education and Community Engagement, Finance, Human Resources and Culture, and Information Technology. Each of these positions report to the Managing Director, although the […] [READ MORE]
 

 

Managing Director – Asolo Repertory Theatre


 The Managing Director will be the primary lead for developing strong and executable plans for sound financial management, progressive brand and marketing awareness, and deeply authentic and inspirational philanthropic efforts. [READ MORE]
 

 

Managing Director – Charleston Stage


 The Managing Director and Artistic Director will form a co-leadership team, with both positions reporting to the Board of Trustees through the President. [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 – SpeakEasy Stage 

SpeakEasy Stage seeks an enterprising chief executive to take on the newly created role of Executive Director. This individual will work with Artistic Director and Board of Directors to set and implement the strategic direction for the company – aligning mission, strategy, and outcomes in pursuit of artistic excellence; deepened community engagement; anti-racism, equity, and […] [READ MORE]

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Executive Director- Diamond Head Theatre 

Position Summary The Executive Director (ED) at DHT will work to direct and advance all elements of the organization’s mission, strategy, programming, and operations, while honoring the history and work of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee, the ED will serve as the public face of the organization, and […] [READ MORE]

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Vice President, Development: The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Cultural Campus 

Position Title: Vice President, Development Department: Development Reports to: Chief Philanthropy Officer Supervises: Managing Director, Institutional Giving; Senior Director, Development Services; Senior Director, Stewardship Programs; Senior Director, Annual Fund Summary: The Vice President, Development is a senior leader on The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center Inc.’s (POKC) Philanthropy and Development Team, reporting to the Chief […] [READ MORE]

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Director of Marketing and Public Relations 

Role Description The Director of Marketing and Public Relations is responsible for overseeing all aspects of IN Series engagement with its external community – including patrons, the general public, and the media. This encompasses a broad array of disciplines such as institutional marketing, programmatic marketing, communications and public-relations. This is a senior department head position […] [READ MORE]

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VP of Artistic Operations & General Manager- Charlotte Symphony Orchestra 

Position Summary The Vice President of Artistic Operations and General Manager will provide leadership and oversee the design and implementation of the artistic planning and production for the CSO, guided by the vision and strategies in the 2025 Strategic Plan. Reporting to and working in close partnership with the President and CEO, the Vice President […] [READ MORE]

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Opera Lafayette Development and Box Office Associate 

Position Title: Development and Box Office Associate Job Type: Part-Time Status: Non-Exempt and At Will Supervisor: Development and Managing Directors Liaises with: Development Committee Salary: $22.50-25/hour depending on experience. The Organization Opera Lafayette is the pre-eminent American interpreter and producer of period-instrument opera from the 17th through the 19th centuries. The organization performs its annual […] [READ MORE]

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Vice President, Finance and Administration 

Vice President, Finance and Administration DEPARTMENT: Finance and AdministrationREPORTS TO: President and CEORESPONSIBILITY: Finance, Human Resources, IT, and FacilitiesSUPERVISES: Manager, AdministrationSTATUS: Full TimeFLSA: ExemptCAREER LEVEL: Vice PresidentSALARY RANGE $150,000 – $175,000 LOCATION: Tri-State (NY, NJ, CT) preferred but not required. League staff are mostly working remotely at the moment, and there is no immediate plan […] [READ MORE]

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Executive Director – New England Foundation for the Arts 

Organization The New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) invests in artists and communities fostering equitable access to the arts, enriching the cultural landscape in New England and the nation. NEFA is a grantmaker, program initiator, aggregator of resources, and builder of creative partnerships among artists, arts organizations, businesses, and funders. Founded in 1976, NEFA […] [READ MORE]

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Senior Director of Development-Jacksonville Symphony 

POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: Senior Director of DevelopmentStatus: Full-Time, ExemptReports To: Vice President & Chief Advancement Officer Position Summary: The Jacksonville Symphony Advancement Department raises funds through donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, the public sector, and special events to support artistic and educational programming and general operating expenses. The Senior Director of Development will be […] [READ MORE]

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GENERAL DIRECTOR OPERA SARATOGA 

GENOVESE VANDERHOOF & ASSOCIATESCultural Management Consultants Position Announcement GENERAL DIRECTOROPERA SARATOGASaratoga Springs, New York Opera Saratoga invites applications and recommendations for the position of General Director. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the General Director provides for the overall leadership of this $1 to $1.6 million company headquartered in beautiful Saratoga Springs, New York. Opera […] [READ MORE]

 

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DANCE

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IDEAS

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ISSUES

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MEDIA

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PEOPLE

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THEATRE

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VISUAL

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WORDS

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