Job Description

Position Title: Performing Arts Manager


Reports To: Director of Children's Theatre and Performing Arts


Status: Salaried, Exempt


Updated: November 19, 2025

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of CTPA, the Performing Arts Manager will manage music, dance, and film programming. The position works closely with the team on developing internal programming and serving as primary liaison to the Museum's cultural partners. The ideal candidate will have a passion for and knowledge of performing arts (music, film, dance) and enthusiasm for bringing programs and experiences to both an informed and public audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

General

Arrive on time and ready to work, as scheduled. Maintain an accurate record of time worked using web-based time and attendance system. Work occasional mandatory overtime, as necessary. Work in a professional and cooperative manner with other AMFA associates and employees. Maintain a professional, neat, clean, well-groomed appearance. Assist with other duties as assigned.

Position Specific

Manages the programmatic trajectory for performing arts (music, dance, and film), ensuring all offerings are visitor-centered, innovative, and reflect best practices; Ensures all internal and programmatic partner-offered activities further the AMFA mission and are aligned with the vision of the institution; Collaboratively builds and implements a calendar of performances, programs, and activities that expand, diversify, and deepen audiences; Establishes and maintains relationships with artists, colleagues, locally, nationally and internationally, actively seeking to raise the profile of the performing arts programming; Works cross-departmentally to promote the highest quality guest experience and collaborative and efficient internal operations; Serves as primary liaison for musical talent and cultural partners, working to to ensure the highest-quality experience with AMFA for talent; Works with AMFA's Technical Director and Assistant Technical Director to ensure proper execution of partner programs and events and, with Guest Services, support ticket sales; Monitors the quality, effectiveness, and innovation of programs, with special emphasis on diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusiveness; Supports the work of the Development office in achieving fundraising goals and supporting AMFA sponsors; Supports the Museum's Marketing office in the execution of plans that promote events; Oversees the performing arts budget in collaboration with the CTPA Director and CFO to meet revenue goals, including the negotiation and execution of contracts and setting ticket price; With AMFA facilities and technical staff, monitors the care of the theatre and other museum spaces. Occasionally works evenings, weekends, and irregular hours to support performances, programs, and partner events. Other related duties, as needed.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor's degree (BA/BFA) in Performing Arts Administration/Arts Administration, Arts Management, Event Management / Entertainment Management or related field Minimum of two years' experience in program/events management in the arts and/or artist & partner relations that includes contracting, negotiating, and managing relationships with artists, agents, cultural partners, or community organizations.7 Prior work in a museum, cultural center, performing arts center, or festival setting preferred A passion for the performing arts and a collaborative approach that seeks to build a vibrant and engaging program for the entire community Curious, collaborative professional, who builds and fosters a strong industry network and stays current with trends and best practices An effective communicator with exceptional public speaking skills. A deep understanding of and passion for the performing arts and/or film Experience with budgeting, planning, and organizational management.

Note:

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications of the Performing Arts Manager. It may be subject to change based on the Museum's specific needs and policies.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor's degree (BA/BFA) in Performing Arts Administration/Arts Administration, Arts Management, Event Management / Entertainment Management or related field Minimum of two years' experience in program/events management in the arts and/or artist & partner relations that includes contracting, negotiating, and managing relationships with artists, agents, cultural partners, or community organizations.7 Prior work in a museum, cultural center, performing arts center, or festival setting preferred A passion for the performing arts and a collaborative approach that seeks to build a vibrant and engaging program for the entire community Curious, collaborative professional, who builds and fosters a strong industry network and stays current with trends and best practices An effective communicator with exceptional public speaking skills. A deep understanding of and passion for the performing arts and/or film Experience with budgeting, planning, and organizational management.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Physical demands: + Regularly sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk (up to 5 hours at a time).
+ Occasionally walk and/or stand for prolonged periods at a time (up to 5 hours at a time).
+ Regularly use hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.
+ Occasionally bends, reaches, or lifts up to 25 lbs. to support events and artists.
Communication demands: + Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, via video conferencing platforms, and in front of large groups.
Vision demands: + Regular use of visual acuity to review written materials and contracts.
+ Regular use of visual acuity to view computer monitor(s)
+ Occasional use of visual acuity to evaluate performances, presentations, and technical needs in rehearsal and production environments.
Auditory demands: + Regular use of auditory acuity to hear and communicate effectively in person, over the phone, via video, and conferencing platforms.
+ Occasional use of auditory acuity to evaluate performances, presentations, and technical needs in rehearsal and production environments.
Work environment/exposure: + Work is performed in a professional office setting with moderate noise levels typical of an open office (e.g., conversations, printers, phones).
+ The environment is climate-controlled with standard lighting and ventilation.
+ May involve occasional interruptions and interactions with team members and visitors.
+ Occasionally exposed to higher noise levels from eighty-five to one hundred twenty decibels.