Executive Director, Performing Arts Programming

Placements24; Paarl; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary commensurate with experience

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Leave entitlement and leadership roles

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Performing Arts Programming in Paarl, Western Cape, to lead the center's seasons and shape the cultural landscape of the Winelands. The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field and a strong track record in senior programming or production within the performing arts.

You will secure performances, negotiate contracts, and oversee budgets while collaborating with marketing and community stakeholders to broaden audience reach and maintain artistic

Formación

• Master's degree required with substantial experience in programming, producing or managing performing arts events.
• Minimum 8 years in senior programming/production roles in performing arts.
• Proven track record curating diverse, high-quality programs.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement an artistic vision and programming strategy for seasons.
• Secure performances from diverse artists, companies, and genres.
• Negotiate contracts, fees, and technical riders with artists and presenters.
• Manage the performing arts budget, ensure financial oversight and revenue opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing to create effective promotional campaigns.
• Oversee scheduling, venue coordination, and technical requirements.

Conocimientos

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Audience development

Stakeholder relations

Marketing collaboration

Educación

Master's degree in Performing Arts or related field

Herramientas

Budgeting software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Director of Performing Arts Programming in Paarl, Western Cape, to lead the center's seasons and shape the cultural landscape of the Winelands. The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field and a strong track record in senior programming or production within the performing arts.

You will secure performances, negotiate contracts, and oversee budgets while collaborating with marketing and community stakeholders to broaden audience reach and maintain artistic