Manager, Venue Programming

arts house group (ahg); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Arts House Group (AHG) is seeking an experienced professional to join the Venue Programming team. The role will conceptualise, plan, develop and implement impactful programmes across AHG venues, spotlighting the cultural character of each space and activating tenants and partners.

Working with artists and schools, you will drive placemaking, build partnerships, engage audiences through diverse platforms, and manage budgets, timelines and logistics to ensure successful programmes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in arts and/or Social Sciences; concentration in Performing Arts/Visual Arts/Literature is a bonus.
• 3+ years for Assistant Manager, 5+ years for Manager, or 8+ years for Senior Manager in arts management or related fields.
• Fluent in English; mother-tongue language proficiency (Malay/Mandarin/Tamil) is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office; strong written and spoken communication.
• Dynamic team player with organisational skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work on weekends, public holidays and evenings when required.

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral member of AHG Venue Programming team.
• Conceptualise, plan, develop, manage and execute programmes across AHG venues.
• Identify and engage stakeholders and cultivate artist/tenant relationships.
• Engage audiences including communities, schools, beneficiaries and interest groups.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications, Partnerships, Centre Heads and Technical Production.
• Handle budgets, timelines, front-of-house and customer management; ensure compliance.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Arts management

Project management

Communication skills

Team player

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in arts and/or Social Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Depending on qualifications and relevant experience, appointment may be made at Assistant Manager, Manager or Senior Manager level.

This role is part of the Venue Programming team at AHG and works collaboratively to shape and deliver meaningful programmes and placemaking initiatives across various venues. This role is able to conceptualise, plan, develop and implement impactful venue-based programmes that spotlight the distinctive cultural character of each space, activate the creative strengths and potential of AHG tenants, and position AHG venues as vibrant creative spaces accessible for diverse audiences.

Working closely with artists, tenants and strategic partners, the role also drives placemaking efforts, builds meaningful partnerships, and grows audiences through various initiatives and platforms. The successful candidate will bring strong artistic judgement and sensitivity to context, while contributing to shared team outcomes and organisational objectives.

Duties include:

• Work as an integral member of AHG Venue Programming team
• Conceptualise, plan, develop, manage and execute programmes and projects across AHG venues, in line with the programming strategy and venue-focus, and signature events and festivals for AHG Arts Centres.
• Identify and actively engage relevant stakeholders and placemake for AHG venue programmes and initiatives. This includes, but not limited to, cultivating and maintaining artist/tenant/ stakeholder relationships.
• Audience engagement and reaching out to targeted audiences, including communities, schools, beneficiaries, and interest groups, through programming initiatives, marketing and relevant platforms.
• Collaborate closely with various departments within AHG, including but not limited to, Marketing, Communications, Partnership Development, Centre Heads and Technical Production, to ensure the success of the programmes and initiatives.
• Handle all administrative and logistical duties related to initiatives and projects, including but not limited to, budgets and timelines, front-of-house and customer management, and so on.
• Ensure compliance and execution of related finance and procurement, agreements and contracts, at all times.
• Carry out and assume any other duties and responsibilities as and when assigned by Management, including contributing to AHG-wide initiatives and knowledge management systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in arts and/or Social Sciences. A subject concentration in Performing Arts/Visual Arts/Literature is a bonus.
• At least 3 years (for Assistant Manager), 5 years (for Manager), or 8 years (for Senior Manager) of relevant work experience, demonstrating a strong aptitude in arts management, project management, and/or arts programming. Experience in an arts institution/organisation is preferred.
• Fluent in English and proficiency in a mother-tongue language (Malay/Mandarin/Tamil) would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in using and applying MS Office at work.
• Possesses good communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Dynamic and strong team player with good organisational skills, able to work independently and effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work on weekends, public holidays and evenings when required.
• Specialised knowledge: Passion and knowledge of arts and culture in Singapore.
• Strong planning, organisational, and project management skills.
• Resourceful, adaptable and attentive to detail.
• Possess good communication, writing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams.