Senior Operations Director, Live Arts & Events

Stanfordlivetickets; Palo Alto (CA); Hybride; USD 202 000 - 250 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stanford Live at Stanford University in Palo Alto seeks a Deputy Director to lead operations, production, ticketing and front-of-house, translating artistic strategy into executable plans while partnering with campus colleagues.

You will manage budgets, staffing, and vendor relations, drive patron experience, and oversee venue operations, ensuring inclusive, high-quality performances across a busy year.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of leadership experience in performing arts or public venues.
• Experience managing multi-year operating budgets and financial reports.
• Experience with ticketing, venue operations, and audience services.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsabilités

• Lead operational planning, budgeting, and vendor management for Stanford Live.
• Oversee ticketing, front-of-house, and audience services to ensure exceptional patron experiences.
• Supervise administrative and operations staff across multiple teams.
• Collaborate with campus partners and external stakeholders on strategic initiatives.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiency for large-scale events.

Connaissances

Leadership experience

Budget management

Stakeholder relations

Event operations

Formation

Advanced degree in arts administration or related field

Outils

Ticketing systems

CRM

Financial-management software

Event-management systems

Description du poste

Stanford Live at Stanford University in Palo Alto seeks a Deputy Director to lead operations, production, ticketing and front-of-house, translating artistic strategy into executable plans while partnering with campus colleagues.

You will manage budgets, staffing, and vendor relations, drive patron experience, and oversee venue operations, ensuring inclusive, high-quality performances across a busy year.