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The primary role of the Alternate ROOTS Executive Director is to implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization. Additionally, this position requires the ED to work with the Chair to enable the Executive Committee (ExComm) to fulfill its governance function, and give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategic plan, and its annual goals and objectives. Finally, this position works as a focal point for the reception and disbursement of information relevant to Alternate ROOTS members, and the field of arts, culture, and social justice.
The Executive Director is the key strategic leader of Alternate ROOTS. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs, and strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of Directors.
For a full job description and details on how to apply, click here.
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Organization: Alonzo King LINES Ballet
Job Location: San Francisco, CA
Marketing Director
Alonzo King LINES Ballet seeks to hire a Production Manager. Click here for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply.
Production Manager
Alonzo King LINES Ballet seeks to hire a Marketing Director. Click here for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply.
Organization: American Repertory Ballet
Job Location: New Brunswick, NJ
American Repertory Ballet seeks to hire a Development Director. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
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Ballet Arizona is seeking a School Director to be responsible for the leadership and management of the School of Ballet Arizona. The School Director is accountable to Ballet Arizona’s Artistic Director with areas of oversight including the Children’s Lower and Upper Divisions, Pre-Professional programs, Summer Intensive, and Studio Company.
Areas of Responsibility include but are not limited to:
Essential Skills and Experience:
For full job description and details on how to apply, click here.
Ballet Memphis seeks to hire a School Administrator. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Boston Ballet seeks a full-time seasonal draper. Internationally acclaimed performances, world-class dance education, and ground-breaking community initiatives have placed Boston Ballet as a leader in its field and one of the major dance companies in the world. The ideal candidate for the draper position has 3-5 years minimum experience draping costumes at a professional theater level and will lead a team forward on projects in conjunction with the other teams in place. Work involves new builds with internationally acclaimed designers and choreographers as well as remounts of existing and rented productions as needed. Competitive pay and benefits commensurate with experience.
For more details and information on how to apply, click here.
Organization: Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet
Job Location: Carlisle, PA
The Development Manager is part of the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet’s (CPYB) Development team. This position works in support of the advancement of the exceptional mission and vision of CPYB by supporting and collaborating with the Director of Development in implementing the annual development plan, including the annual fund, planned giving, and special events. For more information click here.
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Organization: CityDance
Job Location: Washington, D.C.
Development Manager
CityDance seeks to hire a Development Manager. Click here to read complete job description and details on how to apply.
Marketing Manager
CityDance seeks to hire a Marketing Manager. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
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Dance St. Louis is celebrating more than 50 years of artistic innovation as a non-profit presenter that brings great dance to the St. Louis region, makes this dance accessible to a widely diverse audience, nurtures local dancers and dance companies, and offers unique and transformative Dance Education Outreach.
The Managing Director of Programs and Community Engagement is the lead staff position for program development and operations, as well as community engagement strategies and collaborations. The Managing Director of Programs and Community Engagement reports to the Board President and the Board Executive Committee. This position is co-equal with the Managing Director of Philanthropy and Administration, and will work collaboratively with the Artistic Consultant and the Education Coordinator. For a detailed description, click here.
Qualifications:
To apply email cover letter, CV and references to Rich Dee, managing director of philanthropy and administration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Organization: DataArts
Job Location: Philadelphia, PA
DataArts seeks to hire a President and Chief Executive Officer. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana is hiring a Lighting Designer for upcoming Tour in February 20 – March 27, 2018. Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Attend rehearsals as necessary to learn show and recreate/revise plots for all choreographies.
Generate lighting plot for performances based upon DVD reference (to be provided) and discussions with Artistic Director (Carlota Santana) and Associate Artistic Director (Antonio Hidalgo.)
Advance all light plots and paperwork to all venues on tour.
Confirm with venues via e-mail/phone their ability/limitations in recreating Company’s lighting needs.
Attend venue for load-in as per daily itinerary.
Work with Stage Manager on daily basis to ensure proper running of shows.
Operate light board as needed at each venue.
Be on site during performances at each venue.
Help with driving from venue to venue and loading and unloading vans at hotels and venues.
Any design that you create for the Company become property of the Company and any reuse of the design will be credited to you.
Stage Manager
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana is hiring a Stage Manager for upcoming Tour in February 7 – March 28, 2018.
Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Learn all cues -call show.
Attend all rehearsals as needed.
Be present on stage during tech rehearsals/sound check.
Making/confirming all intercity travel arrangements, including hotels, flights, and rental cars.
Transporting dancers and musicians to venues, classes, meals, etc.
Setting up and striking all wardrobe and laundry before/after shows as needed.
Advancing hospitality requirements to all venues.
Setting up company video camera to record performances.
Be right hand to Associate Artistic Director.
Advance show to venues as needed.
Drive vehicles as needed from venue to venue.
Supervising local wardrobe workers anticipate any issues that may arise and tending to them.
Any design that you create for the Company become property of the Company and any reuse of the design will be credited to you.
Fees: The position is paid weekly, including per diem as well as hotel accommodations.
If interested, please email cover letter and resume to Artistic Director, Carlota Santana.
Organization: Grand Rapids Ballet
Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Artistic Director
Application Deadline: September 15, 2017
Grand Rapids Ballet currently has an opportunity for an Artistic Director in Grand Rapids, MI. Position start date is July 1, 2018 or sooner.
The Artistic Director of the Grand Rapids Ballet is responsible for the development, production, management, and delivery of the artistic product of the organization. The ideal candidate is deeply enmeshed in the dance world with a desire to use their creativity and detailed management skills to further the growth and branding of Grand Rapids Ballet. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Costume Shop Manager
The Grand Rapids Ballet seeks qualified applicants for the position of Costume Shop Manager, starting immediately.
Oversees the completion of custom, pulled, rented, and/or purchased costumes for professional and Junior Company productions. Budgets for, schedules, and supervises overhire artisans in the shop as necessitated by production needs. Coordinates the care, management, and organization of finished costumes.
Necessary qualifications include: a Bachelor’s degree in Costume Design and/or Technology or equivalent professional experience, and 1-3 years working in or supervising a costume shop. Required skills include budgeting, scheduling, stitching, draping, patterning, measuring, dyeing of fabric, fitting garments, altering garments, and wardrobe.
Additional requirements include: the ability to research period, style, and techniques necessary to complete costumes within guidelines and budgetary restrictions, manage/maintain shop supplies and equipment, purchase fabric and materials for costume construction, attend technical and dress rehearsals as necessary, attend production meetings to be aware of and facilitate deadlines, manage paperwork for budgeting and payroll purposes, and determine staff calls to meet production deadlines.
The position is salaried, full-time with benefits. Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applicants should submit a cover letter expressing interest and an up-to-date resume to Glenn Del Vecchio.
back to topOrganization: Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
Job Location: Beckett, MA
Community Engagement Coordinator
Jacob’s Pillow seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator (CEC) to work closely with the Director of Community Engagement to plan, organize, and implement the Pillow’s on and off-site year-round Community Engagement Programs. The ideal individual possesses initiative, a collaborative spirit, excellent administrative skills, including strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate professionally and sensitively with a wide-range of diverse contacts including dance studios, K-12 classroom teachers, youth and service organizations, and the ability to handle and assimilate multiple projects of varying natures. Success in this role requires someone who is imaginative, highly motivated, and service-oriented and who works in a self-directed manner. A strong knowledge and passion for dance, dance education practices, and community engagement practices are essential. Familiarity with a festival-paced environment, Jacob’s Pillow Dance, and the Berkshire community are a plus.
To Apply: Email your cover letter, resume, and references with “Community Engagement Coordinator” in the subject line.
Program Apprentice/Assistant
Jacob’s Pillow seeks a Program Apprentice/Assistant to the Directors who will report to the Pillow’s Associate Producer and work closely with both the Director on scheduling and Managing Director on management and implementation of the Pillow’s Intern and Apprentice programs.
This is a new position that will begin as an apprenticeship in September 2017. After a three-month evaluation a decision will be made regarding whether or not the position will shift to permanent with benefits as of January 1, 2018. Apprentices are paid weekly salaries of $500/week, provided with onsite shared housing, and must have access to their own transportation. The ideal individual possesses initiative, a collaborative spirit, and excellent administrative skills including strong written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate professionally and sensitively with a wide-range of diverse contacts including artists, intern and apprentice applicants, Pillow staff, and the Board of Trustees, and the ability to handle and assimilate multiple projects of varying natures. Success in this role requires someone who is imaginative, highly motivated, service-oriented, and who works in a self-directed manner. A strong knowledge and passion for dance specifically and arts administration generally is required. Familiarity with a festival-paced environment, Jacob’s Pillow Dance, and the Berkshire community are a plus.
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and references with “Program Apprentice/Assistant to the Directors” in the subject line.
back to topThe Joffrey Ballet seeks to hire a Sponsorship Director. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Organization: The Joyce Theater Foundation
Job Location: New York, NY
Director of Programming
The Joyce Theater Foundation seeks to hire a Director of Programming. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
House Manager
The Joyce Theater Foundation seeks to hire a House Manager. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Institutional Giving Manager
The Joyce Theater Foundation seeks to hire a Institutional Giving Manager. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Marketing Manager, Strategy and Analytics
The Marketing Manager, Strategy and Analytics is responsible for managing all data and ticket sales analysis; using the analysis to develop and propose strategies for the Marketing department and other departments within The Joyce Theater; establishing goals and strategies; performing detailed analysis on single ticket sales, memberships, purchasing trends; and other analyses as needed. This position is new to the structure of the Joyce Theater and, as such, this job description may be amended in part or in whole. Any amendments will be communicated among the Marketing Director; the Executive Director; and the Marketing Manager, Strategy and Analytics. For more information and to apply, click here.
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Organization: Miami City Ballet
Job Location: Miami Beach, FL
School Administrator
The Miami City Ballet seeks to hire a School Administrator. Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Senior Manager of External Affairs
The Miami City Ballet seeks to hire a Senior Director of External Affairs . Click here to read the complete job description and details on how to apply.
Job Location: Chicago, IL
Mordine & Company is looking for a new Development and Grants Manager to support the fundraising activities of the Company by acquiring grants and growing the donor base. The position has the following responsibilities:
To apply email your cover letter, resume, and references to Virginia Head, managing director.
Part-time Children's Division Faculty
The position of part-time Children’s Division faculty member will focus on implementing the artistic vision and curriculum standards set forth by the School Director. The primary duties will consist of teaching and developing the students of School of Nashville Ballet. In addition, the part-time Children’s Division faculty member will be expected to uphold Nashville Ballet’s reputation for artistic excellence and make regular and active contributions to a creative and enthusiastic working environment. For more information and how to apply, click here.
Part-time Academy Faculty
The
part-time Academy Faculty member’s main focus is to implement School of
Nashville Ballet’s instruction and ballet curriculum at the assigned level(s).
The Academy Faculty member will work with the School Principal and fellow
Faculty members to design, implement, and manage syllabus, to prepare students
for advancement towards a professional career. For more information and how to apply, click here.
Key responsibilities:
To Apply: Please submit a resume/cover letter/salary requirements to nobajobs@gmail.com.
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Organization: New York Theatre Ballet
Job Location: New York, NY
The Executive Director is the chief executive of New York Theatre Ballet (NYTB) and Ballet School NY and must be passionate about ballet and bringing dance to a diverse audience, adults and children. In this role, the Executive Director is responsible for all organizational policies, procedures, programs, and the finances of the organizations.
The Executive Director oversees all staff, consultants and faculty and is the primary fundraiser and spokesperson for the organization. The Executive Director will conceptualize, oversee, and implement fund raising initiatives, manage board relations, and facilitate decision making in collaboration with the Artistic Director. He/she will be present at performances, programs, fundraising events, and coordinate the activities of all outside resources such as consultants, presenters, guest faculty, etc. With the Artistic Director, the Executive Director is the “face” of the organization, addressing the public, donors, funding organizations, and patrons.
The role requires the Executive Director to work collaboratively with multiple constituencies and inspire the many diverse groups that NYTB reaches. Must have experience with a dance or performing arts organization and demonstrate a record of financial and operational management, and be a proven fundraiser who develops and maintains successful relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations and government funders.
For detailed information and how to apply, click here.
The School Front Desk Administrator is a part-time position that provides evening and weekend administrative support to staff, teachers, parents and students of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre School. For a full description and how to apply, click here .
The Division of Dance invites nominations and applications for the position of chair. This position is an opportunity to be involved in the on-going shaping of innovative, dynamic curriculum and performance practice. Strong leadership skills, creative energy, intellectual strength and professional and teaching experience are essential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. For full details and information on how to apply, click here.
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The Executive Director is the chief administrative officer of The Washington Ballet. S/he works in close partnership with the Artistic Director and, together with the Artistic Director, reports to the Board of Directors. S/he is responsible and accountable for implementing the strategic direction set by the Board and developing annual and multi-year budgets and operating plans that address fundraising; marketing and audience development; public relations; financial management; production and artistic administration; facilities; technology; education; and community engagement. For the complete position announcement, including application information, please click here.
*postings updated as of September 14, 2017.
