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ABOUT BCA
A leading force in the city’s cultural community, Boston Center for the Arts has supported thousands of individual artists, small organizations and performing arts companies, who add depth and dimension to the Boston arts ethos. Through residencies and programming, Boston Center for the Arts serves as an epicenter for an expanding cohort of artists working across all disciplines, and has catalyzed careers by providing fertile ground for experimentation and artistic risk-taking.

RACIAL EQUITY COMMITMENT
Black Lives Matter. It is incumbent upon us to act accordingly, and to identify those ways that we, as a leading cultural organization, can stop perpetuating pervasive and systemic white supremacist practices and lead through our actions. Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) is committed to doing the hard work of dismantling even the most subtle forms of white supremacy in our organization, in our practices, and in the work we do to help make Boston a place where ALL artists can live and thrive.

POSITION CONCEPT
The Artistic Director will serve as a strategic thought partner with the CEO, responsible for shaping the artistic vision and guiding the creation and delivery of programming across Boston Center for the Arts. This role blends visionary leadership with hands-on program oversight and staff mentorship, ensuring that all programming is mission-aligned, artist-centered, and civically engaged. At a time of significant capital investment and evolving models of collaboration with resident artists, campus partners, and arts organizations, the Artistic Director will play a key role in curating and co-creating shared use of space and resources, and approach institutional challenges with creative, artist-driven solutions. The Artistic Director will guide a diverse portfolio of programs, supervise and mentor programming staff, evaluate programmatic impact, and recommend strategies for future growth. In close partnership with the CEO, Development team, and Board, the Artistic Director will strengthen BCA’s position as Boston’s cultural campus and as a hub for national and international artistic exchange.

ROLE OVERVIEW
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QUALIFICATIONS
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•Deep commitment and connection to the mission and values of BCA, with a deep commitment to equity and access to the arts.
•7–10 years of experience in artistic leadership, curation, or cultural programming, with experience casting a vision, building a strategy, and leading organizational growth.
•Demonstrated success supervising and mentoring staff at all levels with an ability to nurture creativity, innovation, and professional development.
•Proven ability to evaluate programs for mission alignment, equity, and impact.
•Strong knowledge of contemporary arts and commitment to equity and access.
•Excellent communication and public-speaking skills, with experience representing an organization to funders, partners, and media.
•Experience partnering with development teams and boards to craft compelling fundraising narratives and engage supporters.
•Familiarity with Boston’s cultural landscape or demonstrated ability to build meaningful engagement with new communities.

JOB STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS
Salary: $150,000—$185,000
Comprehensive benefits including medical through Mass General Brigham (80% employer paid) with an HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement, up to 54% employer contribution), dental through Blue Cross Blue Shield (80% employer paid), vision through VSP; FSA, Dependent Care, Transit/Commuter accounts; employer paid life insurance, long and short-term disability; employee only 403b retirement savings plan; extensive paid time off, including 20 days of PTO (which increases to 25 days after 5 years), 2 one week-long administrative closures (weeks of July 4th and Christmas), remote work days and complimentary access to programs and events.

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ABOUT BCA
A leading force in the city’s cultural community, Boston Center for the Arts has supported thousands of individual artists, small organizations and performing arts companies, who add depth and dimension to the Boston arts ethos. Through residencies and programming, Boston Center for the Arts serves as an epicenter for an expanding cohort of artists working across all disciplines, and has catalyzed careers by providing fertile ground for experimentation and artistic risk-taking.

RACIAL EQUITY COMMITMENT
Black Lives Matter. It is incumbent upon us to act accordingly, and to identify those ways that we, as a leading cultural organization, can stop perpetuating pervasive and systemic white supremacist practices and lead through our actions. Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) is committed to doing the hard work of dismantling even the most subtle forms of white supremacy in our organization, in our practices, and in the work we do to help make Boston a place where ALL artists can live and thrive.

POSITION CONCEPT
Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the daily accounting operations of the BCA. The Senior Accountant performs all accounting and bookkeeping needs, prepares financial reporting, manages accounts payable and accounts receivable, supports the annual audit, and performs certain functions related to human resources and other duties associated with the financial management of a mid-size nonprofit organization. The Senior Accountant reports to the Co-Executive Director and Controller. Skills required include: thorough working knowledge of business and financial practices associated with nonprofits; thorough knowledge of GAAP; and strong communication and time management skills. This individual must show exceptional maturity and an ability to effectively communicate and follow the mission of the BCA and the policies of the Co-Executive Directors and Board of Directors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and record asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Responsible for monthly closing of financials, including bank reconciliations, expense accrual, prepaids JE, contributed income reconciliation, business insurance tracking and balance account reconciliations.
• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions, and resolving discrepancies.
• Responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Fixed Assets;
• Produce payroll by initiating computer processing and verifying the finished product.
• Assist with the completion of external audit by analyzing/scheduling general ledger accounts and providing information to auditors.
• Prepare and maintain tenant leases and related schedules.
• Assist with new hire paperwork, enrollment in employee benefits and relevant personnel files.
• Liaise with staff in other departments to communicate financial information.
• Attend specified evening and weekend events as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 8-10 years of experience in accounting/finance.
• Extensive experience with nonprofit financial operations, including a thorough knowledge of GAAP and Fund Accounting required.
• Experience running payroll required.
• Experience working in a non-profit setting preferred.
• Knowledge of the performing arts and non-profit management preferred.
• Ability to multi-task successfully.
• Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Outgoing and friendly demeanor.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest professional ethics at all times.
• Experience with Bill.com is a plus.

JOB STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS

• This is a full-time, exempt position.
• Compensation will annualize to $75,000 – $80,000, based on experience.
• Boston Center for the Arts offers a comprehensive benefits package including 4 weeks of paid time off, and 2 weeks of additional paid administrative closure
• Benefits: 80% BCA-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending plans, short-term disability, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Remote work options.
• Plus complimentary tickets to BCA and BCA partner events and performances.

Please submit a resume and a cover letter with your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Boston Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The BCA prohibits discrimination based upon an individual’s age, ancestry, citizenship, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

ABOUT THE BCA
A leading force in the city’s cultural community, Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) has supported thousands of individual artists, small organizations, and performing arts companies, who add depth and dimension to the Boston arts ethos. Through residencies and programming, Boston Center for the Arts serves as an epicenter for an expanding cohort of artists working across all disciplines, and has catalyzed careers by providing fertile ground for experimentation and artistic risk-taking. Boston Center for the Arts is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of Greater Boston. People of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

RACIAL EQUITY COMMITMENT
Black Lives Matter. It is incumbent upon us to act accordingly and to identify those ways that we, as a leading cultural organization, can stop perpetuating pervasive and systemic white supremacist practices and lead through our actions. Boston Center for the Arts (BCA) is committed to doing the hard work of dismantling even the most subtle forms of white supremacy in our organization, in our practices, and in the work we do to help make Boston a place where ALL artists can live and thrive.

POSITION CONCEPT
This is a freelance, gig-based, over-hire position. There are no set hours week to week. Venue Associates at the Boston Center for the Arts work within the Operations department and support the Venue Manager. Venue Associates will work as general hands in various spaces and support event rentals across our campus. The Venue Associates help ensure our venues align with the safety standards of the Boston Center for the Arts and governing safety entities, and they will also serve as an ambassador for the history and mission of BCA.

Responsibilities include

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a representative of BCA for vendors and clients using BCA-operated spaces, including but not limited to the Cyclorama, Mills Gallery, and Plaza Theatres spaces.
• Assist with ensuring public safety.
• Provide production support for events and maintenance in BCA spaces, as necessary. This may include painting, cleaning, building, maintaining, setting up, operating, and breaking down various on-site equipment.
• Assist Venue Managers in supervising heavy vendor load-ins, installs, and strikes.
• Work possible early morning shifts and/or late night and overnight shifts. See job structure and rate for info regarding cab/rideshare reimbursement.
• Enforce BCA policies with outside vendors and clients.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe operation and maintenance of venues and outdoor public spaces.
• Assisting the Operations department with maintaining venue-specific inventories and paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess most, if not all, of the following:

• Have at least two years of experience working in theatre, live events, or house management or have a
  relevant college degree.
• Basic knowledge in technical production or live event work is a plus. This includes but is not limited
  to lighting, stage management, carpentry, electrical, audio, rigging, and/or staging.
• Ability to operate basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and be active and attentive for long periods of time.
• Strong ability to manage event-specific technical issues and requirements.
• Crowd management certification and crowd management training (will be provided by the BCA).
• Strong customer service skills and experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Qualities:

• Respects diverse perspectives.
• An agile, creative thinker with a proven ability to take the initiative and tackle complex challenges.
• Able to work independently and as a self-starter.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Open to feedback.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, and stoop; use hands to operate objects, tools, and/or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl; talk and/or hear; taste and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The Employee must be able to work in both outdoor and indoor work environments.

JOB STRUCTURE AND RATE:

The rate for this position is $20/hr, W2 is required. This is an hourly, event-based flexible-time position. Event shifts may include early morning and late-night shifts. BCA will reimburse cabs or rideshare rides taken when working past midnight and before 6am when a reimbursement application is submitted within two weeks of the event.

This position must work in-person, on-site at the BCA campus; there is no option for fully remote work. Additionally, it is a requirement for all staff to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and boosters and adhere to all safety regulations.

APPLICATION:

Please send resumes and cover letters to cycloramaproduction@bostonarts.org with the subject line: “Venue Associate Applicant” and your name.

Boston Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The BCA prohibits discrimination based upon an individual’s age, ancestry, citizenship, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.