Employment Opportunities
Job Title: Manager, Programs
Department: Programs
Reports To: Vice President, Programs
FLSA Status: Exempt, salary
Shift: 37.5 hours per week includes evenings and weekends
DUTIES & RESPONSBILILITIES:
Dedicated team member who along with Vice President and other key executives, identifies and exploits programmatic opportunities that support The Bushnell’s mission and vision, and promote its financial stability as it re-defines the role of a performing arts center in the 21st century. Researches, budgets, negotiates, manages, successfully executes and settles events including but not limited to concerts, family programming, Bushnell Children’s Theater, comedy, film and venue rentals. Facilitates departmental administration (i.e., annual and event budget creation and maintenance; monitoring of accounts payable/receivable; payroll; personnel). Produces and/or assists with the production of shows, events, series and/or festivals. Serves as primary liaison to multiple, internal departments. Interfaces with multiple departments regarding the creation and advancement of comprehensive audience development concepts. Interfaces with talent agents, managers, TIPCON and artists in order to further establish The Bushnell as a key Northeast venue. Monitors and researches industry and community trends which may inform programmatic opportunities. Embodies knowledge of and enthusiasm for multiple performing arts genres.
SKILLS DESIRED:
- College or technical school degree; 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Highly motivated self-starter.
- Superior attention to detail and communication skills.
- Possess ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities and meet short deadlines.
- Accomplished team builder and leader.
- Prior work experience in event management or performing arts is desirable.
The Bushnell Center for Performing Arts is an equal opportunity employer.
AA/EOE
The Bushnell - Human Resources
166 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106-1621
Email: jobs@bushnell.org
Fax: (860) 987-5998