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Ballet Instructor

artsforla on July 29, 2024

Ballet Teacher Needed at Dance 1

Are you passionate about teaching ballet and helping dancers achieve their full potential? Dance 1, a pre-professional dance school in Redondo Beach, is seeking an experienced ballet teacher to join our dedicated and collaborative team.

Position: Ballet Teacher (Part-Time)

Responsibilities:

– Teach ballet to students aged 6 through late teens, as well as adults, adhering to the syllabus created by Ms. Francesca Stern, LISTD.

– Conduct conditioning classes, including turns and stretch & leaps.

– Choreograph for potential classes for our two dance recitals per year. (May and December)

– Optionally teach lyrical and/or contemporary dance (a major plus).

– Collaborate with fellow instructors and contribute to the overall success of our dance family.

Qualifications:

– Proven teaching experience in ballet.

– Certification from the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) and/or Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) is a plus.

– Reliable commute to Redondo Beach.

– Comfortable working in a collaborative setting.

– Enthusiastic about contributing to the arts community.

About Dance 1:

Dance 1 is a pre-professional dance school offering classes for ages 2 through adult. We pride ourselves on maintaining high teaching standards and fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for our students. With a diverse range of classes and a commitment to excellence, Dance 1 is a place where both teachers and students can thrive.

Why Join Us?

– Become part of a dance family that values physical and intellectual contributions to the arts.

– Work with a dedicated team under the guidance of Ms. Francesca Stern, LISTD.

– Engage in a dynamic teaching environment with students who are passionate about dance.

– Enjoy a consistent schedule with Dance 1 only being closed for 6 days out of the year.

Join us at Dance 1 and help shape the future of dance!

Salary: From $25/hour

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume

How to apply: Email all resumes and cover letters to: dance1frontdesk@gmail.com. You may also call the studio at 310-371-2141 for questions. “We look forward to meeting you!”

www.dance1redondo.com
Instagram: @dance1redondo

Lead Production Assistant

artsforla on July 25, 2024

LEAD PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lead Production Assistant is a part-time role at BroadStage that works alongside a team of PAs in a leadership capacity. PAs serve as the backstage support for artists and their teams, crew members, and staff. This position oversees that all PA backstage tasks and responsibilities are carried out by the PA team working a shift. The Lead PA ensures the PA team is providing a hospitable, safe, and clean environment for artists and crew members during rehearsals, technical load-ins, receptions, and performances. The Lead PA is key to ensuring the provision of necessary information, amenities, and care for all who are working or performing at BroadStage and communicating with the Production Supervisor.

REPORTING STRUCTURE
This position is part of the Production Department headed by the Director of Production. The Lead PA
will directly report to the Production Manager or Production Supervisor scheduled at the time of the
shift. This position will be trained by the Associate Company Manager (ACM) and will regularly
communicate with the ACM before and after each event regarding hospitality and accommodation
needed.

The department requires that all staff members participate in mid-year & end-of-year evaluations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:
The Lead Production Assistant will fulfill regular, day to day PA tasks as well as leadership duties as
follows:
• Oversees backstage hospitality, security, and cleanliness during rehearsal and show days.
• Ensures internal Production Department hospitality and production equipment is maintained
and organized.
• Acts as shift lead for a small team of PAs and ensures duties are assigned and meal breaks are
taken.
• Manages Artist services including but not limited to, artist check-ins, event-based shopping,
backstage guest lists, and resolving any issues or questions pertaining to Artist services.
• Primary liaison between Production lead and PA team during shift.
• Completes pre-shift prep and end of shift check-ins with Production Lead.
• Trains new and current PAs on tasks and protocols.
• Setting up the in-house PA system for events as required.
• Attends and supports all rehearsals and performances for the BroadStage Artist in Residence
both on and off site.
• Other duties as assigned.
*This summary of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to
change at the employer’s discretion.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Ability to commit to work a minimum of 75-80% of BroadStage Production shifts in the 24-25
season. This includes mostly weeknights and weekends.
• Experience in leading/managing a small team.
• Experience in working backstage in an artist relations capacity.
• Experience, ability, and commitment to working with individuals and teams of various identities
such as race, gender-identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, class and immigration
status.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with artists, crew and colleagues.
• Ability to self-manage their responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Demonstrated ability to operate under pressure and be sensitive towards artist needs.
• Respect for and general interest in the performing arts highly preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred (formal, informal and cross-disciplinary
experiences will be considered).
• Must attend mandatory (paid) training as scheduled by employer.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and a car.
• Must be able to purchase alcohol legally in California.

For more information visit www.broadstage.org

Salary: $21.00/Hour; Part-Time Non-Exempt, Seasonal

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: High School Degree

Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter, references

How to apply: Submit a Resume and a Statement of Interest, including how your skills meet the job description to production@broadstage.org. Include “Lead Production Assistant” in the subject line of the e-mail.

“At BroadStage, we believe that the performing arts are a source of joy, nourishment and connection, and that art flourishes when we all cooperate to create a space for it. BroadStage recognizes that the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, access, justice and respect must be fundamental to our work, and it is the responsibility of our staff, artists and patrons to create a welcoming environment for all. We take pride in the culture we are cultivating within our organization, as we celebrate the differences that bring us closer together. To learn more visit www.broadstage.org.”

BroadStage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants for employment will have full and equal access to employment opportunities.

 

Outbound Subscription Sales Manager

artsforla on July 21, 2024

The Hollywood Pantages Theatre seeks an Outbound Subscription Sales Manager
The Hollywood Pantages Theatre/Broadway in Hollywood is seeking a highly motivated theatre lover with strong customer service, supervisory, and sales experience. This full-time role reports to the Director of Outbound Sales and collaborates with the Season Ticket Office to enhance outbound season ticket sales campaigns. The successful candidate will help develop the subscription sales team, aiming to increase season ticket sales revenue and exceed goals. We’re looking for a team player dedicated to providing excellent customer service and building both current and new relationships.
Position: Outbound Subscription Sales Manager
Department: Outbound Subscription Sales
Reports to: Director of Outbound Sales
Job Type: Full-Time – Non-Exempt
Schedule: Evening and Weekend Availability Required

Requirements and Qualifications:
– 4-year college degree preferred.
– Extensive knowledge of Broadway is a must.
– Previous sales experience.
– Supervisory experience and ability to motivate staff.
– Motivated, pro-active and willing to think outside of the box.
– Detail oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
– Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.
– Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook.)
– Ticketmaster/Archtics knowledge a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
– This position currently directly supervises up to 12 Sales Associates with room to grow.
Additional Responsibilities:
Duties will include supervising and motivating an outbound sales team as well as:
– Facilitating and streamlining established outbound subscription sales policies and procedures to ensure maximum efficiency.
– Assisting in creation of annual strategic sales plans to increase season ticket subscription sales revenue from established and new clients.
– Assisting in identifying new opportunities for capturing new season subscription sales and refining current lead generation strategies.
– Assisting in potential development of community partnerships with local residences & community events as potential sales outlets.
– Assist in planning and implementation of subscription component of events aimed at audience retention.
– Processing sales orders and monitoring customer experience.
– Plan new programs to increase sales leads and opportunities.
– Generating sales leads from existing databases including past season ticket holders.
– Developing a full understanding of Ticketmaster/Archtics capabilities including but not limited to subscription capabilities.
– Assist in hiring as well as continuous supervising, training, coaching and motivation of Outbound Subscription Sales Associates as well as department supervisors.
– Management of in person lobby subscription sales efforts.
– Accurate record keeping.
– Additional duties as required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

About Us:
Nederlander West Coast is committed to a workplace where everyone is free from bias, prejudice, discrimination, and harassment. The organization strives to ensure a welcoming work environment where everyone belongs and is valued, encouraged, and respected for their unique contributions. We are focused on building a culture that acknowledges and values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Salary: $60,000 – $70,000

Benefits: Employee is eligible to receive the standard Company benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance, additional optional Life/AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance and Accident Insurance, plus Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan, and participation in the Nederlander 401k Plan (non-matching).

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: September 1, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter, references.

How to apply: Email a cover letter and resume with “Outbound Subscription Sales Manager” in the subject line to: apply@nederlander.com

“We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all to apply. 
No phone calls please. Confidential inquiries welcome.”

HMS Piano Teaching Artist

artsforla on July 15, 2024

Title: HMS Piano Teaching Artist

Department: Music

Reports to: YOLA at HOLA and Music Program Director

FLSA: Non-exempt 

Hours: On an as-needed basis. Hours are subject to change with academic calendar and/or program needs. 

Start Date: ASAP

Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) provides underserved youth with exceptional programs in academics, arts and athletics within a nurturing environment, empowering them to develop their potential, pursue their education and strengthen their communities.

 Our core values are: Respect, Responsibility, Positive Communication, Support & Inclusion.

HOLA Music Studios (HMS) is a free music education program made possible through HOLA – Heart of Los Angeles Youth. HOLA has been serving the Rampart District of Los Angeles for over 30 years.  The program currently services over 60 students living in and around the Rampart District. The instruments and the program are free to all participating students as long as they uphold their contract to take care of the instrument, practice and participate in HOLA music programming and academic tutoring. HOLA Music embodies the core values of all HOLA programs. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for teaching in the HMS program at HOLA as a piano Teaching Artist and team-teaching the jazz/rock bands as necessary. They will ensure the highest quality instruction for HOLA students, working in close collaboration with other HOLA Music faculty in order to teach each child holistically. They will work with the HOLA HMS teaching artists, the Associate Music Program Director, YOLA at HOLA, and the Music Program Director closely to provide logistical and administrative support for the HMS Bands and instrument classes.. They will support the HOLA philosophy and community and help facilitate community and family involvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

As the HMS Piano TA, responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

Teach beginning and intermediate jazz piano classes
Support in jazz/rock band rehearsals
Facilitate a safe space for students to share their work together 
Communication with the YOLA at HOLA and Music Department Director and Associate Director regarding student needs 
Preparation and communication with Teaching Artists, Program Director, parents and the HOLA team 
Attending music pedagogy and tutoring professional development sessions 
Assisting with concerts and special events.  
Have ability to re-work arrangements to fit the instrumentation of the band.
Knowledge of teaching jazz/rock bands within a supportive culture. 
Supporting youth development in individual and collective agency and expression through artistry and citizenship
Embodying the El Sistema ideals of mentorship, team teaching and experiential learning by being a role model and mentor to those entering the classroom to learn, such as HOLA students, Masters of Arts in Teaching Graduate students or volunteers.
Representing the HOLA program by embodying the HOLA core values, and welcoming visitors into the collaborative learning space. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Demonstrated excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer 

Commitment to youth development in individual and collective agency and expression through artistry and citizenship

Strong commitment to El Sistema’s philosophy of social change through music, the mission of HOLA, including embedding of HOLA’s Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Positive Communication, Support) in all aspects of artistic direction/work

Resourceful, creative, takes initiative
Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment
Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required, Fine Arts degree and/or post-graduate degree preferred
Strong knowledge of standard music pedagogy 
Knowledge of restorative justice practices 
Experience teaching piano required
Experience teaching beginning to advanced jazz & rock band
Strong knowledge of  repertoire, curriculum and pedagogy. 
Experience working with children from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds; experience working in underserved communities 
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community 
Interest and ability to be a motivational mentor and role model for students, parents, and peers as an artist, teacher and citizen 
Ability to work under frequent observation, collaborate with peers, and to both give and receive constructive and helpful feedback when needed
Bilingual (English, Spanish or Korean a plus)
May perform other duties as assigned.
Must pass CA Background check
VACCINATION POLICY

Heart of Los Angeles requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to certain exemptions as required by law. New hires working at Heart of Los Angeles must be fully vaccinated no later than 60 days after hire and submit to additional masking and social distancing requirements.  Employees must also receive an updated COVID-Bivalent booster shot after becoming eligible for it. Please contact HOLA’s Human Resources Department for a copy of the vaccination policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.  While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The building environment may not provide air conditioning and heat in all areas.  Outdoor work is expected in some cases.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.  The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.

As an equal opportunity employer, HOLA values having a diverse workforce and continuously strives to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace.  We encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.  We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Salary: $45/hour

Benefits: EAP through The Hartford

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: September 30, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: Apply here

Curatorial Associate

artsforla on July 10, 2024

Department: Curatorial
Reports to: Senior Curator
Status: Full-time, in person

Overview

The Curatorial Associate provides administrative, research, and production support to the Senior Curator (and Executive Director, as needed) for all museum exhibitions, select curatorial projects, and related programming. The Curatorial Associate works on all elements of exhibition planning, development, and execution including coordinating exhibition-related correspondence, artist site visits, and artwork production as well as drafting, editing, and managing exhibition proposals, project budgets, checklists, loan requests, and exhibition didactics. Additionally, the Curatorial Associate will support and contribute to museum publications, develop and participate in exhibition programs and programming for the museum’s patron groups, and draft fundraising and communications materials. This is a full-time, in person, position.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinates exhibition-related meetings and correspondence for the Curatorial Department.
Assembles and maintains artist and project research files.
Contributes scholarly research to exhibitions and curatorial projects, which includes, but is not limited to, drafting and editing exhibition didactics, in-gallery guides, exhibition publications, fundraising materials, press releases, social media posts, newsletters, and more.
Organizes Project Room exhibitions, with support from Senior Curator.
Manages budgets for exhibitions and curatorial projects, together with the Senior Curator.
Develops and organizes internal tasks with Senior Curator, Registrar, and Exhibitions Manager for exhibitions, curatorial projects, and traveling exhibitions, including but not limited to: exhibition checklists, artwork loans, installation instructions, and production schedules.
Liaises directly with exhibiting artists, exhibition lenders, and museum supporters.
Manages workflow with external collaborators (such as guest curators), vendors, and contractors.
Coordinates travel for ICA LA guests and artists.
Supports all aspects of exhibition publications, with a particular focus on research and content development, and including proofreading review and securing image rights and permissions, as needed.
Coordinates exhibition documentation and maintains the institution’s physical and digital database and exhibition archives.
Gives tours of ICA LA exhibitions and participates in other exhibition-related public programs.
Maintains an active knowledge of contemporary art through ongoing research, writing, and artist studio visits.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated interest in global contemporary art and visual culture, with a particular interest and investment in artists living and working in Los Angeles.
BA in Art History, Art, Curatorial Studies, or Museum Studies, or equivalent degree; three to five years of museum experience and/or research position at college or university level required.
Excellent and thorough writing, research, and communication ability required. Editing or proofreading experience a plus.
Must demonstrate initiative, keen attention to detail, ability to multitask and work independently with a minimum of supervision to develop solutions to assigned tasks.
Ability to function as Senior Curator’s proxy, as needed.
Experience working with artists and with exhibition management highly desired, but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (including Acrobat, Photoshop, and InDesign) required.
Fluency in Spanish, or another language, desired, but not required.

EEO Statement

ICA LA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About ICA LA

The Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA) is an epicenter of artistic experimentation and incubator of new ideas.

Founded in 1988 as the Santa Monica Museum of Art (SMMoA) and reestablished in 2017 with a new identity and home in Downtown Los Angeles, ICA LA builds upon a distinguished history of bold curatorial vision and innovative programming to illuminate the important untold stories and emerging voices in contemporary art and culture. The museum’s 12,700 square-foot renovated industrial building—designed by wHY Architecture under the leadership of Kulapat Yantrasast—features ample space for exhibitions, public programs, retail pop-ups, integrated offices, and special projects.

ICA LA’s mission is to support art that sparks the pleasure of discovery and challenges the way we see and experience the world, ourselves, and each other. ICA LA is committed to upending hierarchies of race, class, gender, and culture. Through exhibitions, education programs, and community partnerships, ICA LA fosters critique of the familiar and empathy with the different.

ICA LA is committed to making contemporary art relevant and accessible for all. Admission is free.

ICA LA is located in the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles at 1717 E. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021.

Salary: $57,500 – $67,500

Benefits: Healthcare (including vision and dental), vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays, following a probation period.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: September 1, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter, references, writing sample

How to apply: Send a cover letter, CV, with at least two professional references, and writing samples to opportunities@theicala.org, including the name of the position in the subject line.

“Please no calls or in-person unscheduled visits. For more information, please visit theicala.org/opportunities.”

Painter

artsforla on July 8, 2024

Artist’s studio in North East Los Angeles seeking a detailed painter and draftsperson to work with a small team.

Familiarity with a variety of drawing and painting materials is a plus. Candidate must be a critical thinker with excellent representation skills, visual intelligence, an ability to be self directed but able to work and communicate well with others.

This is a project based position available immediately to start. Pay starts at $26/hour – negotiable.

Requirements:
• Highly detail oriented
• Excellent drawing skills
• Critical thinking and creative problem solving
• Responsible
• Excellent time management skills

Salary: $26/hour

Benefits: None.

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, Work Sample/Portfolio

How to apply: Email resume and five images of relevant work (each no greater than 10 MB) with the subject line “Painter/Tracer” to unavailabl@me.com (unavailable without the ‘e’ at the end).

Associate Registrar

artsforla on June 17, 2024

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks an enthusiastic team player to serve as Associate Registrar. Reporting directly to the Registrar, this position is responsible for assisting with management of all aspects of the Museum’s robust schedule of rotating and traveling exhibitions. In addition, the position will support the Assistant Registrar of Permanent Collections with the care and maintenance of the permanent collections and permanent gallery spaces, working closely with other members of the museum department and cross-departmentally.

Salary: $26-29 per hour

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision; life insurance; FSA; 403(b) and 4% match; employee discount; parental leave; paid holidays; paid time off; free Metro pass; EAP

Education requirements: High school diploma

Deadline to apply: September 30, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: See full job description on the Skirball website and send resume and cover letter to: hr@skirball.org, Re: Associate Registrar

On-Call Preparator

artsforla on June 17, 2024

The Skirball Cultural Center seeks a qualified candidate for the position of On-Call Preparator. Reporting to the Head Preparator, this on-call position with a variable schedule will perform a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled duties in the preparation, installation, deinstallation, and care of objects and works of art at the museum level.

Salary: $25-27 per hour

Benefits: N/A

Education requirements: None.

Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume

How to apply: See full job description on the Skirball website and send resume, preferably by email, to: hr@skirball.org, Re: On-Call Preparator, Museum Department

Program Manager, Dance Residencies, TMC Arts

artsforla on June 14, 2024

As L.A.’s premiere performing arts destination, The Music Center convenes artists, communities, and ideas with the goal of deepening the cultural lives of every resident in Los Angeles County. The $70 million non-profit performing arts organization has three divisions: TMC Arts, TMC Ops and TMC Business Services. TMC Arts, The Music Center’s programming engine, provides year-round programming on Jerry Moss Plaza; outside at Gloria Molina Grand Park, a 12-acre adjacent green space; in schools and neighborhoods all over Los Angeles County; and inside The Music Center’s four theatres, which include Walt Disney Concert Hall, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum. TMC Arts provides free and low-cost public concerts and events, as well as K–12 arts learning programs, workshops, performances, interactive experiences and special events, and hosts an annual series of performances and other events by internationally-known dance companies. TMC Ops manages the theatres, the plaza and Gloria Molina Grand Park, which together comprise $2 billion in county assets, on behalf of the County of Los Angeles. TMC Business Services includes Advancement, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Marketing and Communications. The Music Center is also home to four renowned resident partners—Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera and LA Phil.

Position Summary:

We seek an experienced arts administrator and passionate arts advocate to join the Dance Residencies Team as Programs Manager. Dance Residencies are multi-part, multi-disciplinary programs both on and beyond The Music Center campus. These programs offer diverse ways in which audiences can connect with dance and movement. Each residency centers around touring dance companies whose performances are featured in the annual series known as Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center. Each dance residency is planned using the ideas and themes of the respective company’s work, to build additional multi-disciplinary program offerings such as film festivals, filmmaking, poetry slams, public art exhibits, participatory movement experiences, and music performances. These aim to engage new and diverse audiences in different ways both as audience members, creators and program participants. Residencies also include 1-2 student matinee performances per season and masterclasses/workshops as necessary for students and organizational partners at The Music Center and offsite. The student matinees are typically held in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and Ahmanson Theatres, accounting for 2,000-3,000 students and dozens of onsite buses per event.

The Dance Residencies Team (DRT) is a cross-departmental effort within TMC Arts, comprised of leaders across the Civic Strategy & Partnerships, Arts Learning, Dance, and Producing Teams. The DRT is responsible for fully integrated dance programming aligned with the TMC Arts values of engagement, access and inclusion. Elements of dance residencies range from classic models of dance presentation to student engagement and partner-based non-traditional multi-disciplinary programs. Residencies are planned to align with TMC Arts program design principles to connect all Angelenos with dance as a form of human expression, cultural affirmation/resilience and connection. In doing so, dance residencies aim to connect professional concert dance to a broader social context that is relevant to the people of LA County.

Collaborating with the Dance Residency senior team for all program and project work and reporting to the Executive Vice President, TMC Arts, the Program Manager will manage and implement the full range of components of the dance residencies.

Key Responsibilities for all Dance Residency program components:

Project management for all Dance Residency activities from development through execution including mainstage dance performances, dance residency programs, and student matinee performances.

Contract administration for the Dance Residency programs: Support the General Manager with negotiation and creation of complex individual artist/contractor agreements and directly contract and negotiate other artist/contractor agreements following the established TMC contract language and procedures for legal approvals. Communicate contracts to the Finance Department and provide required documentation for payment processing.

Program development, planning support and outreach: support senior DRT members in artist/partner/school company outreach, research and communication. Research Dance Residency performance content and other background information to facilitate DRT discussion regarding potential focus communities, public engagement activities, and relevant partners/artists to inform Non-Performance Engagement Activity (NPEA) ideation process. Pre-planning artist/partner coordination and logistics for DRT including but not limited to managing the application and notification processes for projects with performers.

Company management/artist services: support onsite artist/partner needs, including pre-planning and onsite support of travel and hotel arrangements, craft service, meals, and administration of per diem as required.

Student Matinee management: collaborate with Arts Education team for educator orientation sessions for student matinee; perform targeted outreach to Los Angeles County area schools and community organizations to secure participants for events, in collaboration with marketing. Manage contact lists to notify age-appropriate schools of upcoming events. Identify opportunities to invite organizational partners to student matinee performances; manage street closure and LA County parking waiver planning and requests in collaboration with fellow TMC departments for related events, including petitions, insurance and permits.

Budget tracking and administration: serve as primary internal and external interface regarding agreements and invoices for payment; collaboration with DRT on managing the Dance Residencies budget components including but not limited to artist fees, artist services costs, part time staff.

Dance Residency Team and internal Music Center collaborator communications: Lead all communications and working processes including team convening, reporting, task management, pre- and post- project document creation and publication, timeline development, asset delivery (ex: signage and promotional materials); liaising with other internal teams such as Marketing, Advancement, etc. for all program-related collaboration needs.

Supervise Production Assistants on a per-project basis. As needed, recruit, manage and train part-time Production Assistants and Temporary Project Managers.

Liaise with Evaluation and Learning for data and learnings obtained on each residency to support DRT program iteration and refinement.

Administrative responsibilities: (include but are not limited to) work with online database, data entry/input, extraction and simple reports and scheduling and organizing of team meetings.

Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Five years minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience;

Bachelor’s degree;

Solid knowledge of dance programming and arts programming practices with the ability to apply these to project design, artist engagement, and implementation; Broad familiarity with a variety of arts and cultural communities preferred; Must demonstrate a track record of cultural sensitivity and competency;

Knowledge and demonstrated experience with performing arts institutions and administrative practices, program management, artist/services, contract management, and institutional finance procedure;

Relevant project management experience;

Prior experience with large-scale company management, particularly for touring productions, highly preferred;

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and strong follow-through skills are highly preferred;

Able to think through complex projects and use logic and reason to develop and propose solutions;

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to efficiently manage time and workload, including planning, prioritizing, organizing, and follow-through on a variety of tasks, assignments, projects, and reports;

Work both independently, proposing new approaches to existing systems, and collaboratively problem-solving on a foundation of solid relationships;

Excellent people management ability; strong communication skills a wide variety of people; tact and diplomacy;

Demonstrated commitment and experience in fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, both in the workplace and for each TMC Arts project;

Ability to effectively represent the organization and its mission;

Proficiency in technology and technology-based communications, as well as full proficiency in computer use: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, is required;

Able to lift and move objects/physical materials unassisted of at least 25 pounds;

Must have a reliable source of transportation;

Fluency in Spanish is a plus;

Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends, including holidays

Other duties as assigned

This is a full-time, exempt position. The weekly administrative schedule is 35 hours per week, approximately 9-5 M-F, with adjustments to accommodate special events and activities. Currently, the TMC Arts staff practice a hybrid weekly schedule and work onsite, in-person for weekly meetings and live events.

Vaccination Policy: The Music Center requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID19, subject to certain exemptions as required by law. New hires working at The Music Center must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, receiving either the primary 2-dose or 1-dose vaccine. At the Music Center, fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days after receiving the second dose of the 2-dose vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) or 14 days after receiving the 1-dose vaccine (J&J). Please contact The Music Center’s Human Resources Department for a copy of the vaccination policy.

Salary: $68,000/year – $73,000/year.

Benefits: The compensation package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, welfare benefits, paid vacation and sick days, and a 401(k) plan with employer contribution.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree

Deadline to apply: August 31, 2024

Documents required to apply: Resume, cover letter

How to apply: Apply on ADP. Submit a cover letter and resume. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.