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Presidio Theatre seeks Director of Development


 The Presidio Theatre, a not-for-profit organization created to restore and operate the historic Presidio Theatre on the Main Post of the San Francisco Presidio, invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Development. The Presidio Theatrehttps://www.presidiotheatre.org/ In September 2019, the revitalized Presidio Theatre reopened its doors in San Francisco’s Presidio National Historic Landmark […] [READ MORE]
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San Francisco Jazz Organization seeks Chief Executive Officer 

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization’s business functions. [READ MORE]

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Market House Theatre seeks Managing Artistic Director 

The Managing Artistic Director will serve as the visionary leader of Market House Theatre, reporting directly to the Board of Directors [READ MORE]

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Apply Now: Canada’s National Arts Centre Mentorship Program 

Play in section with Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra: June 12 to July 1, 2025 [READ MORE]

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Senior Program Officer, Arts and Culture 

The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation invite nominations and applications for the position of Senior Program Officer to lead strategy and management for their Arts and Culture grantmaking portfolio. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director, Dance On Camera 

Dance on Camera is looking for an Executive Director who believes in the power of movement on film, is highly organized, and is excited by the prospect of building on a 50+year legacy [READ MORE]

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Associate or Full Professor of Acting 

University of California San Diego Position overview Position title: Associate or Full Professor in ActingSalary range: A reasonable salary range estimate for this position is $96,500-$131,100. The posted UC Academic salary scales set the minimum pay as determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the following table for the salary scale for this position […] [READ MORE]

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Associate Director of Individual Giving 

The Associate Director of Individual Giving is a key member of The Wallis Development Department, responsible for securing and growing $500,000+ in donations of $50 to $24,999 from individual donors. [READ MORE]

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Executive Office Liaison Supporting ED/CEO & Board 

The Wallis is seeking a dynamic Executive Office Liaison who coordinates and administers all activities and communication related to the Board of Directors and supports the day-to-day administrative needs of the Executive Director & CEO. [READ MORE]

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Stratford Festival seeks their next Artistic Director 

“Stratford is by every measure – budget, employment, attendance, production – the largest repertory theater in North America, and likely the largest nonprofit theater, period.” [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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MUSIC

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PEOPLE

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THEATRE

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VISUAL

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WORDS

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