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Sunday, September 26, 2021
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Vice President – Finance at Workhouse Arts Foundation, Inc.


 Reporting directly to the President and CEO, the Vice President – Finance has the primary leadership role for finance on the senior management team. [READ MORE]
 

 

Vice President of Orchestral Operations and Artistic Administration


 It’s an exciting time to join The Phoenix Symphony as our organization rapidly approaches its benchmark 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22. [READ MORE]
 

 

Call for applications: MFA in Contemporary Theatre and Performance at The New School


 The Contemporary Theatre and Performance MFA at the School of Drama at The New School in NYC reimagines traditional conservatory training to prepare actors, writers, directors, and multidisciplinary artists to thrive as theater-makers in a changed world. The curriculum is designed with a unique approach to MFA-level training where devising, multidisciplinary collaboration, and performance take […] [READ MORE]
 

 

The New School’s MA in Arts Management & Entrepreneurship for performing artists


 r 21st-century entrepreneurship. Let New York City be your inspiration, laboratory, and classroom. [READ MORE]
 

 

Jacksonville Symphony Seeks Director of Major Gifts


 The Jacksonville Symphony Advancement Department raises funds through donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, the public sector, and special events... [READ MORE]
 

 

Butler University Arts Administration Full-time Faculty Position


 Butler University’s Jordan College of the Arts (JCA) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month faculty position in the Department of Arts Administration beginning August 2022. [READ MORE]
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Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art – Director of Development 

Reporting to the Director & CEO, the Director of Development (DoD) will have primary responsibility for all aspects of the museum’s fundraising and philanthropic programs and will serve as a key member of the leadership team. [READ MORE]

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Director of Marketing and Communications 

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director of Marketing and Communications serves as an integral member of the Executive Team and works closely with the Artistic, Development, Patron Services, and Engagement teams. [READ MORE]

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Associate Director of Development Open Position 

Alonzo King LINES Ballet is a celebrated contemporary ballet company that has been guided since 1982 by its uniquely global artistic vision. [READ MORE]

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Charlotte Ballet – Artistic Director 

The Artistic Director will provide inspirational leadership and set the organization’s artistic vision with a focus on collaboration and community engagement. [READ MORE]

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Assistant Professor, Dance (African Diaspora – TT) 

We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the dance program and university through their teaching, research, and service. [READ MORE]

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Senior Manager, Concert Operations and Booking 

The Senior Manager, Concert Operations and Booking is tasked with supporting the Artistic Department to produce world-class performances and to find additional opportunities for the Handel and Haydn Society [READ MORE]

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General Manager Position Available 

The General Manager will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for Development, Educational Programs, Finance, and Marketing. [READ MORE]

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Art21 – Senior Director of Communications and Partnerships 

The Senior Director of Communications and Partnerships is a new role at Art21 aimed at expanding the reach of its visual arts programming and educational content as a component of its recent strategic plan. [READ MORE]

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Music: Assistant Professor, Composer w/specialty in African/African-American/Global-African Traditions 

The Music Department seeks a composer with a record of accomplishment, experience and expertise in a wide range of African, African-American, and/or Global-African traditions, approaches, modes of expression and relevant practices. [READ MORE]

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Director of Marketing, Communications, and Visitor Experience 

The Director of Marketing, Communications, and Visitor Experience is responsible for the strategic development and oversight of all communications and marketing activities for the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis. [READ MORE]

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Artistic Director – Geva Theatre Center 

The Artistic Director will delight in leading and building dynamic teams of artists and have a deep commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive culture where a diversity of ideas and perspectives thrives. [READ MORE]

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Producing Artistic Director – Classic Stage Company 

The Producing Artistic Director will possess a flair for thoughtful artistic curation combined with entrepreneurial zeal and a talent to execute plans that celebrate artistic significance, inclusion, and accessibility. [READ MORE]

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Jacksonville Symphony Seeks Vice President & Chief Financial Officer 

The VP/Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will provide leadership and strategic direction for the financial affairs of the organization. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director (Full-time, Virtual Office) for National Non-profit Handbell Musicians of America 

The Executive Director of HMA will report to the board of directors and is directly charged to implement organizational goals under the Carver Policy Governance model. [READ MORE]

 

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