Vice President of Artistic Programming & Special Events
Vice President of Artistic Programming & Special Events
This is a Full Time position in the field of Live Event Staging, Crewing, & Production , located in Montclair, NJ .
A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.
The position pays $110,000.00 $130,000.00 per year .
The Vice President of Artistic Programming + Special Events (VPAP+SE) will be responsible for planning, programming and booking, revenue, budget management, and operational oversight of all JAZZ HOUSE signature performance programs and fundraising events.
Reporting to the Founder + President, and in close collaboration with the Artistic Director and Associate Producer, the VPAP+SE will harness external resources to benefit and prioritize the programmatic growth and financial sustainability of the organization’s expanding portfolio of live performances, patron events, and the Montclair Jazz Festival.
Demonstrating a commitment to live music production, music education, developing emerging talent, and community engagement, the VPAP+SE will seek out new initiatives and strategies that build the visibility and brand of JAZZ HOUSE.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning and Visioning
- Guide and execute the artistic vision, programming, and booking, in close collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team for all JAZZ HOUSE signature performance programs and special events.
- Develop one-year, three-year, and long-range strategic programming and revenue plans for the growth and sustainability of all JAZZ HOUSE signature performance programs.
- Explore and engage creative programming partnerships and third-party vendors to activate the new jazz venue.
- Develop and steward artist / agent relationships and execute all contracts for event artists.
- Design and implement all aspects of the JAZZ HOUSE patron experience.
- Advise and engage in strategic planning for the new jazz venue in Montclair.
- Liaise with the Head of Communications on marketing / communication plans.
- Revenue Enhancement
- Serve as an ambassador for all JAZZ HOUSE signature performance programs.
- Identify, cultivate and steward strong relationships with key community leaders and partners.
- Partner with development and marketing staff to lead Festival and new venue sponsorship strategy.
- Evaluate, update, and advise on all sponsorship, membership, and on-site sales.
- Financial Management
- Build and manage all event budgets.
- Track expenses by partnering with the Finance Department.
- Administration, Production, Operations, and Reporting
- Lead signature performance programming planning meetings.
- Collaborate on all signature performance programming site design.
- Ensure high-quality production values and artist / audience experience.
Traits and Characteristics
The VP of Artistic Programming + Special Events will be an experienced, creative, live-music-loving performing arts entrepreneur.
They will be a pacesetter expert at coordinating multiple projects, overlapping schedules, and conflicting priorities while creating a culture of transparent communication and collaboration.
Qualifications
Five to ten years of large-scale concert programming and producing is required, festival experience is a plus. A proven track record of financial leadership, budget management, strategic and project planning, and sponsorship sales is essential.
Compensation and Benefits
JAZZ HOUSE KiDS offers a generous compensation package with a base salary estimated in the range of $110,000 to $130,000.
Employee Group Health & Dental plan available, vacation and sick leave, 403b retirement plan.
Applications and Inquiries
To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, please visit : Application Link. JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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