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Sunday, March 23, 2025
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Artistic Director – La Jolla Playhouse


 La Jolla Playhouse is excited to welcome a new visionary leader to serve as its next Artistic Director, shaping the Playhouse’s artistic footprint .... [READ MORE]
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City of Mesa seeks Arts & Culture Director 

The Arts and Culture Director, who will report to Mesa’s City Manager’s Office, will function as an arts and culture advisor to the City Council, City Manager, and the public at large. [READ MORE]

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Native Arts and Cultures Foundation seeks Vice President of Community Impact 

Position Summary The Vice President of Community Impact (Vice President) at NACF is a pivotal leader who combines strong program management with strategic planning skills. The Vice President will spearhead the implementation and evaluation of culturally significant programs, utilizing expert grant management, financial oversight, and robust programmatic benchmarking. With a solid track record in nonprofit […] [READ MORE]

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Northern Clay Center seeks next Executive Director 

The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and ensure financial sustainability, programmatic excellence, and community impact. Reporting to the board of directors, they will oversee fundraising, financial management, strategic planning, marketing, and operations while developing a long-term vision aligned with NCC’s mission and values. As NCC’s primary advocate, the Executive Director will engage artists, donors, […] [READ MORE]

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Humber Polytechnic seeks Director of Humber Cultural Hub 

The Director will lead and advance HCH’s mission as a dynamic centre for artistic excellence, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration that uplifts Humber’s strategic direction. [READ MORE]

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Director, Rollins Museum of Art 

In a community offering many cultural experiences, the Rollins Museum of Art (RMA) remains unique in the breadth of its collection, the focus on education, and providing free access to all. [READ MORE]

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Director, Palmer Museum of Art 

The College of Arts and Architecture at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a dynamic, visionary, and collaborative leader to assume the directorship of the Palmer Museum of Art [READ MORE]

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Bryn Mawr Film Institute seeks Executive Director 

The Executive Director of Bryn Mawr Film Institute (BMFI) will lead the institution as the face of the organization through an evolving media landscape, actively working to ensure its continued relevance and impact [READ MORE]

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South Bend Symphony Orchestra seeks Executive Director 

The Executive Director will oversee all business aspects of the Symphony, including financial management, fundraising, marketing, audience development, labor relations, and organizational administration. [READ MORE]

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Institutional Giving Associate 

MMDG seeks a dedicated Institutional Giving Associate to join our 5-member high performance team as we prepare for our 45th anniversary. [READ MORE]

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Payroll Accountant, Mark Morris Dance 

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for processing the payroll and independent contractor fees for approximately 200 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees. [READ MORE]

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Independent Film House Leadership Opportunity (Greater Orlando, Florida) 

Enzian is seeking an entrepreneurial and outgoing leader passionate about independent film to serve as its next Executive Director. [READ MORE]

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Executive Director, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts 

The ED is the chief executive and operating officer for the corporation and oversees all aspects, ensuring an efficient, effective, and fiscally sound operation. [READ MORE]

 

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MEDIA

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MUSIC

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PEOPLE

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