Executive Director

Job Opening
Norris Center for the Performing Arts, Rolling Hills Estates California

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be charged with leading an effective, comprehensive, and integrated management of the Norris Center as it moves into the next phase of its journey. The Executive Director will be the organization's chief spokesperson with the Norris Center's mission, vision and values as a guide in representing it to many constituencies, both internal and external, throughout the community. The scope of responsibility will include fund development, long-range planning, audience development, artistic and programmatic administration in conjunction with the Artistic Director, external and community relations, and the overall operational, financial and administrative management of the Center.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a master's degree strongly preferred. A minimum of 5-7 years of related senior management experience with a successful track record in best business practices, preferably in the arts and culture field. Knowledge of computers and related Microsoft software applications, email and internet programs, as well as general knowledge of patron relationship management tools.

How to Apply

Send letter and resume with demonstrable accomplishments to:
Mr. Bruce D. Thibodeau, President
Arts Consulting Group, Inc.
1601 Hi Point Street
Los Angeles, CA 90035-4503
Tel (323) 936.0626 Fax (323) 936.1196
E-mail norriscenter@artsconsulting.com

Executive Director

Job Opening
The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, Tampa Florida

The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, based in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an executive director dedicated to advancing the art of choral music by providing leadership to this 29-year old premier chorus located on Florida’s beautiful west coast.

The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, under direction of Music and Artistic Director, Richard Zielinski, is an auditioned, highly select 150-voice volunteer chorus embracing a broad representation of singers from the entire Tampa Bay area. Founded in 1979 by Dr. Robert Summer, the Master Chorale was later incorporated in 1988 as a 501(c)(3). The organization serves Tampa Bay and west central Florida with a mission to advance the art of choral music by performing great works of the past, commissioning and performing new literature, and sharing the joy and power of choral music with new and existing audiences and singers. The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay is governed by a sixteen-member board of directors. Current staffing includes five full and part-time positions. The organization’s current budget is approximately $350,000, but is expected to grow under the leadership of the new executive director.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate for this position will share our commitment to advancing the art of choral music. He/she will bring a variety of experiences and attributes to The Master Chorale, including:

• Passion and commitment to the Chorale’s mission and a love of music.
• Leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, ideally in a choral arts organization or another type of organization that involves creative talent.
• A demonstrated track record of successful fundraising and grant writing
• Record of building/maintaining positive relationships with constituents – donors, staff, board members and other stakeholders.
• Solid management experience with an ability to bring people, strategies and systems together in order to achieve results.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Familiarity with the Tampa Bay region and/or state is a strong plus.
• Bachelor’s degree.

How to Apply

To apply, email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: TMC@transitionguides.com. Other inquiries should be addressed to: The Master Chorale Search Committee, c/o TransitionGuides, 1751 Elton Rd, Suite 204, Silver Spring, MD 20903. Phone: (301) 439-6635 Fax: (301) 439-6638

Principal

Job Opening
Northwest School of the Arts , Charlotte North Carolina

Northwest School of the Arts (NWSA), the public performing and visual arts Middle/High school in Charlotte, NC, is seeking applicants for principal. Northwest School of the Arts provides a pre-professional, college preparatory program that focuses on rigorous academic classes and advanced educational experiences in the visual and performing arts. We serve talented and passionate students who specialize in the areas of theatre, visual art, chorus, band, orchestra, piano and dance.

Executive Director

Job Opening
Morris Center for the Performing Arts, Rolling Hills Estates California

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be charged with leading an effective, comprehensive, and integrated management of the Norris Center as it moves into the next phase of its journey. The Executive Director will be the organization's chief spokesperson with the Norris Center's mission, vision and values as a guide in representing it to many constituencies, both internal and external, throughout the community. The scope of responsibility will include fund development, long-range planning, audience development, artistic and programmatic administration in conjunction with the Artistic Director, external and community relations, and the overall operational, financial and administrative management of the Center.

Full position description is available at http://artsconsulting.com/pdf_employment/norris_exec_dir_july_08.pdf(pdf)

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a master's degree strongly preferred. A minimum of 5-7 years of related senior management experience with a successful track record in best business practices, preferably in the arts and culture field. Knowledge of computers and related Microsoft software applications, email and internet programs, as well as general knowledge of patron relationship management tools.

How to Apply

Send letter and resume with demonstrable accomplishments to:
Mr. Bruce D. Thibodeau, President
Arts Consulting Group, Inc.
1601 Hi Point Street
Los Angeles, CA 90035-4503
Tel (323) 936.0626 Fax (323) 936.1196
E-mail norriscenter@artsconsulting.com

Marketing Director

Job Opening
The Lake Worth Playhouse, Lake Worth Florida

The Lake Worth Playhouse, a nonprofit community theater is seeking an experienced, energetic and highly personable Marketing Director to manage and coordinate all aspects of promoting general public awareness as well as performances and events. Specific responsibilities include advertising and all other media publicity; web site and social media content and oversight; production and distribution of printed and electronic materials. Given small size of the office, must be willing to help occasionally with non-marketing activities. Position is full-time, some evening/weekend hours

Qualifications

Candidate should posses strong abilities to organize, plan, work independently and collaboratively, multi-task, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation critical. Must be able to effectively and professionally represent The Lake Worth Playhouse to all public constituencies. Accuracy, attention to detail. Strong computer skills, including Windows and Microsoft Office, and be familiar with graphic design/layout and desktop publishing programs and tools. Ideal candidate will have experience in arts marketing and non-profit or small business setting..

How to Apply

Resumes may be dropped off at the Playhouse 713 Lake Avenue, lake Worth, FL or email ssmith@lakeworthplayhouse.org