DESCRIPTION
Associate Director of Performance and Program Operations
Mama Foundation for the Arts (MFA), a Harlem based musical performance and educational nonprofit organization, seeks an entertainment focused business manager overseeing theatrical performances, music performances, and arts education in a fast-paced project-based environment.
About Mama
Mama Foundation's mission is to make a joyful noise, uplift the Black musical treasures of gospel, jazz and R&B, and to heal and inspire through the power of collective music-making. Mama Foundation is a Harlem legacy institution where our intergenerational community is invited to Be Seen and Be Heard in the fullness of their experience – their voices, their stories, and their hearts. Continuing Harlem’s rich history of celebrating Black Excellence, we centralize and amplify Black art forms to honor Black voices as essential to the American cultural experience. We achieve our mission through three main pillars of programming: Enrichment, Performance, and Community.
About the Role
The Associate Director of Performance & Programs operations plays a pivotal role at MFA and is responsible for managing and executing live performance activations as well as the year-round educational programs. The Associate Director of Musical Performance & Programs reports to the Artistic Director and Founder & Executive Director and supervises a team of project-based support staff. The Associate Director of Performance and Programs manages high-level logistical, organizational, and internal communications and planning. They interact closely with performers, guest artists, musicians, students, administration, and members of the community. This role demands a detail-oriented critical thinker capable of juggling multiple responsibilities and interfacing diverse constituencies.
Planning, Execution and Anticipation
- Execute and implement all artistic plans and programs developed in collaboration with Artistic and Executive Directors.
- Manage contracting process and administer contracts for artists, guest artists, seasonal staff, and vendors.
- Oversee production manager and stage crew in production of all artistic and educational activities.
- Manage concert and productions including company management and artist servicing as needed, and other artist liaison activities.
- Respond to artists and student issues and grievances.
- Develop new program offerings and curriculum that support the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
- Monitor program operations for quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Work with Marketing and Communications to support the implementation of marketing strategies for artistic programs.
- Develop, maintain, and distribute performance schedules for all performances, including main programs, community concerts, workshops, education, and touring.
- Develop and execute annual concert production budgets, operations, and coordination plans.
- Communicate effectively and regularly with others to ensure timely response to production scheduling deadlines and technical needs.
- Coordinate artist involvement in marketing, promotional, and digital initiatives with the Comms Department.
- Monitor and evaluate operational processes, developing new and revised operational methods and procedures as appropriate.
- Oversee operations and coordination for concerts and productions.
- Oversee and manage all backstage operations for performances.
- Prepare production schedules alongside Artistic and Executive Directors to achieve artistic goals while maximizing services for financial benefit and upholding the requirements of MFA.
- Supervise setup for rehearsals and concerts, and coordinate with appropriate staff regarding special setup requirements.
- Assist in on-site artist coordination during rehearsals and concerts.
- Coordinate production requirements, timing, and special needs for broadcasts and/or live streaming as needed.
- Plan, manage, and execute processes associated with enrollment in classes and special events.
- Manage MFA student communications regarding enrollment and scheduling, as well as communicating with MFA staff regarding enrollment and/or changes to schedules.
- Develop strong working relationships with teaching artists, performing artists, and students by communicating about registration, scheduling, rehearsal, class, or performance issues.
- Maintain MFA student, artist, presenter, and venue databases.
Experience
- Three years' experience in an operational, personnel management, or artistic administration position at a performing arts center, orchestra, festival, or school working with high-level professionals and students. Will wave years of experience for recent graduates of an arts program that had extensive hands-on experience or onsite internship.
- Production or stage management experience in performing arts organizations or venues
- Superb written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent critical thinking and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to work on a team collaboratively with minimal supervision and adapt to changing work priorities and schedules
DURATION
Jun 12, 2023 -
SALARY
$60,000.00 – $65,000.00
per year
