Programming Director

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 1300-seat 501(c)(3) non-profit performing arts center located in Morristown, NJ, seeks an experienced Programming Director to oversee all booking and coordination of MPAC events. The Programming Director will be responsible for researching and booking all mainstage events, which include genres such as pop/contemporary, theatre, comedy, lecture, film, jazz, classical, Latin, dance, as well as family, education and field trip events, mission driven sustainable programs and services, and other attractions, as it relates to the goals and objectives outlined in the organization’s strategic plan.

Responsibilities

Artist research, booking and negotiations

Contract administration and oversight

Development of program budgets

Oversight of event settlements, generating and evaluating reports

Management and coordination of programming calendar and other duties as they relate to events presented at the venue

Serve as liaison with various departments to coordinate various event details

Other duties as required

Qualifications

Experience and extensive knowledge in all genres of music, the performing arts, cultural and arts-driven programming for non-profit arts organizations

Experience in negotiating and working with agents and artist management

Knowledge of and experience with artist agreements/contracts/riders

Liaison with guest attractions

Liaison and coordination with Community Engagement events and initiatives

Strategic planning for the department and oversight of the department’s operations and staff

Detail oriented, organized and have the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to work under pressure, set priorities and meet deadlines

Capable of working both independently and collaboratively with good judgement and decision-making in a shared working space

Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, customer service, written, proofreading and communication skills

Computer skills are also essential, with experience in CRM Software (Tessitura preferred), project management and database software, as well as proficiency with all Microsoft Office platforms

Must be able to work nights and weekends when needed. Prior settlement experience is required

This is an in-person, full-time position.

Send resume and cover letter to Allison Larena, President and CEO, alarena@mayoarts.org

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