Arts Booking & Programming Manager (Hybrid)

Zeiterion Theatre Inc; New Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development

Tickets to performances

Remote and schedule flexibility

Job summary

The Zeiterion, a nonprofit performing arts venue in New Bedford, MA, seeks a Programming Manager to oversee the business side of artist engagements. You will liaise with agents, managers, and booking reps, vet leads, and shepherd engagements from offer through contract and settlement, ensuring alignment with budget, venue, and production needs.

You will work across Education, Rentals, and other departments on creative programming and contribute to the overall programming strategy, with growth

Qualifications

• Experience in performing arts presenting or venue programming.
• Ability to read and assess artist agreements and settlements.
• Strong negotiation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; manage multiple deals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare offers and terms for approval based on company standards and budgets.
• Manage full contract lifecycle from drafting to signature and records.
• Vet incoming inquiries with agents/artist reps and advance opportunities.
• Coordinate with Production, Finance, Box Office and Marketing to align terms and programming.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organization

Budgeting

Travel flexibility

Tools

PatronManager

Job description

The Zeiterion, a nonprofit performing arts venue in New Bedford, MA, seeks a Programming Manager to oversee the business side of artist engagements. You will liaise with agents, managers, and booking reps, vet leads, and shepherd engagements from offer through contract and settlement, ensuring alignment with budget, venue, and production needs.

You will work across Education, Rentals, and other departments on creative programming and contribute to the overall programming strategy, with growth