ABOUT THE 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.

As a multidisciplinary arts center in the heart of Boston, BCA serves as an incubator of new artwork, a critical community and cultural partner, and a venue for hundreds of events, exhibitions, public programs, and theatre and dance performances annually.

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:

Boston Center for the Arts seeks an exceptionally organized, flexible, and creative Executive Assistant. Excellent communication skills, the ability to stay adaptable and responsive, and the capacity to balance competing priorities are critical to the success of this role. The goal of this position is to provide strong administrative support to the Co-Executive Directors and serve as a conduit between BCA and the Board of Directors. The Executive Assistant will report to the Co-Executive Directors and serve as an integral part of the Executive team, playing an important role in office management, internship management, executive and Board support, and special projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Executive and Board Support

• Coordinate calendar management, meeting preparations, office logistics, and occasional travel arrangements for the Board of Directors and the Co-Executive Directors.
• Plan and execute all meetings of the Board of Directors and the various committees; coordinate with staff for material preparations and report generation; take minutes; and follow up on the implementation of action items.
• Provide scheduling and logistical assistance in the Board recruitment and new member orientations.
• Maintain all aspects of information management for the Board and the Executive Office; establish new systems as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Serve as liaison between internal and external constituents, including but not limited to Board members, Co-Executive Directors, staff, campus partners, donors / prospects, elected officials, and the general public.
• Provide support for special projects where necessary, fundraising events as assigned, and programs when relevant.
• Some evening and early morning commitments and occasional weekends as required.

Office Management

• Perform general office management tasks, including but not limited to greeting Front Office visitors and program residents, sorting office mail and logging incoming checks, ordering office and event supplies, etc.
• Plan and execute All-Staff Meetings and staff retreats.
• Coordinate organization-wide trainings and initiatives as necessary.
• Participate in staff working groups and teams as assigned.

Internship Management

• Coordinate with all departments for each division’s intern needs each semester (spring, summer, fall, winter).
• Manage and optimize the internship program. Responsibilities include intern recruitment, scheduling and project coordination, new intern orientation and training, intern progress tracking and performance evaluation, etc
• Build connections with schools and programs to expand intern recruitment sources.

Fundraising Support

• Track visit notes and contacts for Co-Executive Directors in CRM database.
• Data entry support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a BA or BS degree and 2+ years of administrative experience, OR 4+ years continuous and related work experience required.
• Previous office experience required; experience working with executive-level supervisors preferred
• Prior experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, consultants, donors, and non-profit boards of directors.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills.
• Experience managing volunteers.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task successfully.
• Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, CRM databases, and project management software.
• An understanding of BCA’s mission and goals, including a demonstrated commitment to equity and living artists.
• Knowledge of Boston’s cultural and business community, as well as any additional skills (i.e.fundraising knowledge, event planning) a plus!

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Respects and embraces diverse perspectives.
• Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Engenders trust with staff and remains open to feedback.
• Operates with a high degree of integrity and respect.
• Possesses a passion for the arts

JOB STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS:
This position reports to the Co-Executive Directors. This is an exempt, full-time position with compensation between $50,000 and $60,000/year based on experience and qualifications. Benefits are competitive and include 4 weeks of paid time off, 80% BCA-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, remote work options, flexible spending plans, 2 weeks of paid administrative closure in addition to regular holidays.

Please provide your resume and a cover letter with your application.

 

Boston Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 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:

BCA seeks a Marketing & Communications Coordinator. Under the direction of the Senior Director of Marketing & Communications and in collaboration with other Marketing & Communications colleagues, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator will help organize and implement marketing, public relations, and communications strategies to advance annual plans that define and strengthen the brand, artistic programs, and artist, community, and donor engagement goals of BCA. This is an extraordinary opportunity to join an organization in the midst of radical change. We seek a person who is energized by the idea of being an integral member of a team in the execution of a long-term marketing and communications strategy in pursuit of a bold and ambitious vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Marketing and External Affairs

• Develop and disseminate engaging artist-focused content for all print and digital marketing materials including, but not limited to: BCA website, print materials and brochures, digital campaigns, and donor, member, and press materials in collaboration with other team members to advance our artistic residencies, arts programming, and venue rentals programs
• Work closely with the Senior Director of Rental Venues, their team, and other Marketing & Communications colleagues to help implement and maintain marketing campaigns that maximize sales and revenue streams for the many rental venues of BCA including the Cyclorama.
• Work with the Development department to strategize, support, and execute multi-channel fundraising campaigns, and provide data analytics on past campaigns.
• Work with the Development Coordinator to maintain healthy donor data including contact lists.
• Work within the annual marketing and communications budget to produce engaging and effective marketing and communications materials.
• In collaboration with others, help collect, maintain, and supplement artistic and rental audience data, using that data for future, ongoing outreach to those audiences.

Website and Social Media

• Develop and disseminate dynamic and engaging content strategies for the website and all social media channels in collaboration with other team members to further the artistic and rental possibilities offered by BCA.

Other

• Support all BCA programs and special events as requested.
• Attendance at occasional evening and weekend performances and events will be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess most, if not all, of the following skills, experience, and attributes:

Knowledge & Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in marketing and communications, preferably in the non-profit or arts and culture field.
• An understanding of marketing and research.
• Excellent writing skills, including the ability to write compellingly about the visual and performing arts, and community engagement.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MailChimp or other email platforms.
• Experience with creating and disseminating social media campaigns to multiple audiences.
• Experience with photo, graphics, and video editing.
• Experience with website content management systems including WordPress.
• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative and entrepreneurial approaches to communications strategies.
• In collaboration with the Senior Director of Marketing & Communications and others, the ability to adjust and prioritize work projects to meet the different multiple needs of the organization.

Personal Qualities

• Respects and values diverse perspectives.
• A positive, nimble, and creative thinker with a proven ability to take initiative and tackle complex challenges.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Engenders trust with other staff and remains open to feedback.
• Operates with a high degree of integrity and respect.
• Possesses a passion for the arts.
• Possesses excellent organizational skills.

JOB STRUCTURE AND BENEFITS:

This is a non-exempt, hourly, full-time position. Compensation will annualize to $40,000 – $45,000, based on experience. Occasional weekend and evening hours will be required. 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, 80% BCA-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, remote work options, flexible spending plans, short-term disability, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan plus complimentary tickets to BCA and BCA partner events and performances.

The successful candidate will be expected to report to the office although some flexible remote work can be negotiated.

Please submit a resume and a cover letter with your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we hope to fill this position by October 1, 2023.

 

Boston Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 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 Senior Director plays a key role on the senior leadership team at Boston Center for the Arts and is responsible for ensuring that BCA programs align with the strategic vision of the organization and that the organization consistently places the professional needs of Boston-based performing and visual artists at its center. The Senior Director will also work collaboratively across the organization to ensure consistent consideration of key dependencies such as community engagement, partnerships, fundraising, and operations. Specifically, the Senior Director provides leadership for the oversight of several signature initiatives, including core residency programs in visual arts, dance, and theatre; short-duration lab residencies in dance and interdisciplinary arts; signature community events like the Boston Art Book Fair and #HellaBlack; and free year-round public programs and exhibitions. The Senior Director also supports efforts to engage the Boston artist community as well as the community of past residents — a diverse network of visual and performing artists.

Responsibilities include:

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

Leadership

• Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors and Senior Leadership colleagues to initiate and set goals for residencies and programs based on BCA strategic priorities and objectives.
• Supervise and mentor staff in the Program Department (Director of Visual Arts, Director of Dance & Interdisciplinary Arts, Associate Director of Exhibitions, Associate Director of Theatre Arts, and Visual Arts Manager), managing with nuance the diverse range of expertise and experience present.
• Ensure that program systems and operations are effective, impactful, and aligned with strategic goals.
• Act as primary programmatic liaison to the BCA Board of Directors, delivering reports at meetings when required.
• Think critically about artistic programs and service delivery, ensuring that BCA artist programs provide deep and meaningful support to Boston-area artists.
• Oversee the Program Department budget and work collaboratively with Senior Leadership on annual budget development.

Programming

• Collaborate with program staff to oversee all aspects of program development including planning, scheduling, and implementing residencies, exhibitions, and public programs, while ensuring that program development strategically augments the work of other teams.
• Actively participate in the artist residency space, connecting with peers and colleagues for ideas exchange and professional development.
• Oversee meaningful residency evaluation processes and feedback loops with resident artists, BCA artist alums, and the Boston artist community at large — implementing program changes as necessary.

Community Engagement & Cultural Equity

• Actively participate in the Equity & Anti-Racism Action planning process alongside BCA staff and Board of Directors. Ensure that artistic programs reflect the core principles of racial and cultural equity set forth by BCA.
• Identify opportunities to create collaborative alliances and mutually beneficial strategic partnerships across sectors in pursuit of creating wrap-around services for resident artists.
• Develop a strategy to deepen relationships with local community-based partners and organizations through innovative programming partnerships.
• Represent Boston Center for the Arts in local, regional, and national meetings and conversations as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Advancement Department to ensure successful fundraising and programmatic marketing.
• Publicly represent the BCA through clear communication of the mission and programs associated with both the visual and performing arts.
• Support all BCA programs and special events as requested. Attendance at occasional evening and weekend performances and events will be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of experience in arts administration, program development, and project management for a cultural organization with strong preference for candidates who have experience working with artist residency programs.
• 3-5 years of experience managing teams of 4 or more direct reports.
• Experience creating and managing department budgets.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with fundraising and marketing teams.
• Significant experience working with and on behalf of visual and/or performing artists with a strong preference for somebody who has worked across and between creative disciplines.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Ability to think creatively and develop innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience working in cooperation with a wide range of internal stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams.
• Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, CRM, databases, and project management software.
• Excellent collaborative skills.
• An ability to maintain the highest professional ethics at all times.
• A demonstrated commitment to racial and cultural equity.

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Respects and embraces diverse perspectives.
• A positive, nimble, and creative thinker with proven ability to take initiative and tackle complex challenges.
• Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Engenders trust with staff and remains open to feedback.
• Operates with a high degree of integrity and respect.
• Possesses a passion for the arts.

Full-time, exempt position, with some evenings and weekends necessary. The salary range is $85,000-$95,000/year. Boston Center for the Arts offers a comprehensive benefits package including 80% covered medical and dental insurance, an FSA plan, short-term disability, and a 403(b) retirement savings plan plus complimentary tickets to BCA and BCA partner events and performances.

All staff are required to work in-person, on-site at the BCA campus; there is no option for fully remote work.

Please submit a resume and a cover letter with your application.

Boston Center for the Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The BCA prohibits discrimination based on 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 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 DESCRIPTION:
The Front of House Associate will work with the Senior House Manager to provide excellent customer service to all audience members and patrons in a timely manner while creating and maintaining a safe environment for patrons. This includes operations for the BCA Plaza and Plaza Black Box Theatres, productions of BCA Resident Companies and other renters, the Mills Gallery, and other public events in the spaces.

Responsibilities include:

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

• Welcome patrons.
• Check/scan tickets.
• May hand out programs.
• May help seat patrons/late-seat patrons.
• May answer basic questions about the space and upcoming events.
• Work in collaboration with the Senior House Manager on executing customer service standards with patrons, clients, and artists.
• Adhere to ADA guidelines and procedures.
• Handle emergency or time sensitive situations that may arise in a timely, appropriate, and accurate fashion.
• Coordinate with the Facilities team, Senior House Manager, Theatre Production Manager, and other staff to ensure the maintenance of the physical theatre building.
• Coordinate and act as the BCA liaison for pre- and post-show receptions scheduled in the Plaza Theatre Lobby.
• Other duties as assigned by the Theatre Rentals Team.

Qualifications:

This position requires 1+ years of demonstrated strength in a customer service position. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are necessary for this position and knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Google Calendar programs are helpful. Familiarity with ADA rules and policies pertaining to the front-of-house are preferred. Candidates should possess the ability to attend to numerous details at one time, establish priorities, respond positively and effectively under stressful situations, and propose timely solutions to problems.

Personal Qualities:

• Respects diverse perspectives.
• A positive, nimble, and creative thinker with proven ability to take initiative and tackle complex challenges.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Remains open to feedback.
• Operates with a high degree of integrity and respect.
• Possesses a passion for the arts.

JOB STRUCTURE AND RATE:

The rate for this position is $20/hr, a W2 is required. This is an hourly, part-time, non-exempt, 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 theatrerentals@bostonarts.org with the subject line: “Front of House Associate Application” 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.

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:
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.

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.

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:
Venue Managers at Boston Center for the Arts work within the Operations department to provide integral event support on the BCA Campus, including in the Cyclorama, Mills Gallery, and BCA Theatres. These Venue Managers are the on-site supervisors assisting during the various public events and productions across our campus to ensure all production-related activity is done safely and aligns with the safety standards of Boston Center for the Arts and governing safety entities. The Venue Manager also serves 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 the site supervisor and representative of BCA for vendors and clients of BCA-operated spaces.
• Ensure public safety at all times.
• Provide production support for events and maintenance in BCA spaces.
• Working within the Operations Department, coordinates, manages, and trains BCA venue associates and security staff for events.
• Set up, operate, and break down BCA equipment and resources.
• Possibly work early morning shifts and/or late night and overnight shifts. See job structure and rate for information regarding cab/rideshare reimbursement.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe operation and maintenance of venues and outdoor public spaces.
• Assist the Operations department in maintaining venue-specific inventories and paperwork.
• Handle end-of-night reports, including collecting client signatories and other event paperwork and summaries.
• Serve as the BCA lead in overseeing heavy vendor loadings, installs, and strikes.
• Manage possible venue-related compliance issues reported by clients and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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

• Has at least two years of experience working in theatre, live events, or house management or a relevant college degree.
• Previous venue management experience in art/ event/ public spaces.
• Has knowledge and experience in technical production or live event work. This can include 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.
• Exceptional time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Strong ability to manage event-specific technical issues and requirements.
• Crowd management certification and crowd management training (will be provided by 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 $25/hr, W2 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 Manager 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.