Arts Program Supervisor — Lead Community & Festival Programs

Arizona Commission on the Arts; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 82,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) is seeking an experienced arts professional and people leader to serve as TCA Program Supervisor. This role translates TCA’s programming vision into engaging, well-managed experiences for the community.

The Program Supervisor oversees planning and delivery of a diverse range of programming, including performances, festivals, exhibitions, education initiatives and partnerships, while leading staff and partners to deliver on TCA’s mission.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts programming or management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and develop staff.
• Experience coordinating diverse programming.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement programming strategies for TCA, including national and local performances, festivals, community events, gallery exhibitions, and education initiatives.
• Negotiate and administer agreements with artists, rental clients, and partners; assists with business cases for proposed programs.
• Oversee the planning, development, and delivery of TCA events.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure successful programming across the facility and grounds.
• Collaborate with technical production, facilities, and operations staff to coordinate program delivery.
• Supervise assigned personnel, contractors, and volunteers; including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Work in partnership with the TCA Manager and other supervisors to align programming with TCA’s mission and community engagement goals.
• Participate in budget preparation and monitor expenditures for assigned programs.
• Participate in outreach, audience development, and marketing efforts.
• May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Skills

Arts programming

People leadership

Budget management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) is seeking an experienced arts professional and people leader to serve as TCA Program Supervisor. This role translates TCA’s programming vision into engaging, well-managed experiences for the community.

The Program Supervisor oversees planning and delivery of a diverse range of programming, including performances, festivals, exhibitions, education initiatives and partnerships, while leading staff and partners to deliver on TCA’s mission.