Program and Events Associate, Arts & Business Council
Position is responsible for: 1) Business On Call® program support 2) Business On Board® program support and 3) Council-wide events including Annual Awards Luncheon. Participate as point of contact for the constituents (arts organizations and volunteers from the business/legal communities). Coordinating events/meetings. Scheduling interviews with arts clients, preparing program materials, tracking data and reporting. Financial oversight Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree/two years professional experience, experience in nonprofit, marketing/events, and strong work ethic. Salary: high 20s, excellent health/401K benefits package (including organizational match). Interested candidates should send letter, resume, references and salary history by July 31 to aschmertz@artsandbusinessphila.org. (posted 7/18/08)

Group Sales Assistant, Kimmel Center, Inc.
The Group Sales Assistant will work closely with the Group Sales Manager to contract, service and maintain group sales efforts for both Kimmel Center Presents and Broadway at the Academy. Essential Functions: Handle group inquiry calls, ascertain callers' needs and provide proactive service and timely follow up; Complete all reservations for both pending requests and/or new inquiries. Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree and 1-2 years experience in a customer services or sales environment preferred.; Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel. For more information, visit our website at www.kimmelcenter.org/careers. To apply, send resume and coverletter to humanresource@kimmelcenter.org. (posted 7/18/08)

Director of Security, Kimmel Center, Inc.
The Director of Security will be responsible for overseeingthe safe and secure operation of the Kimmel Center and the Academy of Music, including employees, patrons, and resident company personnel. Job Duties: Hire and train Security Officers; Serve as the property “Loss Control Officer”; Establish guidelines for communication within the security staff and to all personnel and performers; Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or significant industry experience preferred.; 4 or more years related experience in Security Management; Strong customer service skills necessary ; Excellent communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office. For more information available at kimmelcenter.org/careers. To apply send a letter of interest and resume to humanresources@kimmelcenter.org (posted 7/15/08)

Box Office Associate, The Media Theatre
The Media Theatre, located in downtown Media, Delaware County, is looking for part time Box Office Associates for the 2008-2009 season. The theatre, which produces Broadway revivals, new works and a wide variety of children’s programs, is a center piece of Delaware County’s cultural identity. The Box Office Associate’s responsibilities include window, telephone, mail and internet ticket sales. All patron/customer inquiries and concerns regarding specific performances, as well as ticket and subscriber information is the core of the position. The position is perfect for a college or graduate student, as the hours range between 20-30 hours per week. Please submit resume and cover letter via email to Matthew Baehr, Box Office Manager at: m.baehr@mediatheatre.org (posted 7/15/08)

Development Director, The Media Theatre
The Media Theatre, located in Media, PA is seeking an experienced fundraising professional to oversee all aspects of development. Responsibilities include management/solicitation of corporate, individual, foundation, government and planned giving supporters. The Director of Development, a member of the executive staff, will work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to develop new funding sources and to continue existing relationships. Other duties include sponsorships, special events and the Advocates of the Arts annual campaign.This position includes grant writing, acknowledgments and record keeping. Knowledge of Tessitura is a plus. Please send resume and cover letter to: Patrick Ward, Exec. Director, 104 East State St., Media, PA 19063. www.mediatheatre.org (posted 7/9/08)

Programming Assistant, Kimmel Center, Inc.
The Programming Assistant will work closely with the programming and education department to provide assistance in administration of all artistic activities including: servicing artists, processing contracts, identifying artists for consideration and ensuring that internal requests for programming and education information are answered for in an efficient and timely manner. You will be responsible for coordinating booking calendars for Kimmel Center Presents and Free in the Plaza artists working with artist coordinator, Knowledge and interest in local, national and international classical, pop, comedy, jazz and world music scenes is preferred. For more information, visit our website at www.kimmelcenter.org/careers. To apply, send cover letter and resume to: humanresources@kimmelcenter.org (posted 6/30/08)

Director of Development, Pig Iron Theatre Company
Pig Iron Theatre Company is seeking a Director of Development to join an exciting, innovative ensemble theatre company at a moment of extraordinary growth and change. Responsibilities will include major gift cultivation and solicitation; writing and researching foundation and government grants; overseeing events including Pig Iron's annual benefit; managing annual fund and soliciting and acknowledging gifts; and creating and implementing strategies for building Pig Iron's funding base. A qualified applicant would need to be organized, creative, collaborative and enthusiastic, with a minimum of 2 years' development experience in annual fund or major gift fundraising and grant writing, as well as written and oral communication skills. Full-time salaried with health benefits. johnf@pigiron.org (posted 6/30/08)

Development Assistant, Arden Theatre Company
Arden Theatre Company is in search of a Development Assistant to work in the Arden’s busy Development Department. Responsibilities include: gift processing and acknowledgement; organizing and maintaining donor database; assist with special events; assist with grant research, coordination and writing. A great position for someone looking to enter the world of arts management. Successful candidates will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, have an attention to detail, be able to work both independently and as a member of a team. Database experience a plus. Please submit a resume, writing sample and three references to the attention of Amanda Ditsky via email aditsky@ardentheatre.org or fax 215-922-7011. (posted 6/16/08)

Director of Marketing & Comm., Annenberg Center for the Perf. Arts
Director serves as Center's senior communications professional, managing marketing & communications department & its operations & budget, overseeing all publications & messaging, serving on senior leadership team & supporting the Board's public engagement committee. Master's Degree & 5 - 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education & experience. Must have exemplary writing & oral communication skills; be highly experienced in marketing, advertising & media relations; have extensive publications, electronic communications & web management experience; be experienced in budgeting, financial management & database reporting; have in-depth knowledge of box office management; be an excellent team-player & manager of people. Apply at http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu. Reference # 08062488 (posted 6/12/08)

Grant Writing & Business Devel, Fuse Management, LLC
The Devon, a new theater and performing arts facility in Philadelphia seeks a motivated individual to manage its Grant Writing and Business Development Office. Direct responsibilities include: Program development & research; corporate sponsorship and individual donor solicitation; participation in events and maintaining grants schedule. Additional responsibilities will include general administrative assistance and office management. Qualified candidate will have 1-5 yrs successful fundraising experience; knowledge of Philadelphia funders; excellent writing and organizational skills; knowledge of Microsoft programs and basic web design is a plus. Please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to info@fusemanagement.net Include GRANT WRITING in subject line of the email. (posted 6/6/08)

Managing Director, The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival
The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival is seeking a dynamic, experienced Managing Director to collaborate with the Artistic Director to administer programs, operations, and policies; supervise professional staff; manage $750,000 budget. The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years' management experience in a nonprofit theatre; knowledge of Philadelphia area arts community a plus; excellent financial management skills; proven fund-raising record; outstanding written/oral/ interpersonal communication skills, plus planning, organizational and analytical skills. BA required: MA in relevant field a plus. Send résumé, cover letter, salary requirements to: Carmen Khan, Artistic/Executive Director; The Philadelphia Shakespeare Festival, 2111 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103. (posted 6/5/08)

Development/Marketing Asst., The Media Theatre
Development Associate/Marketing Asst., The Media Theatre The Media Theatre seeks a development associate to assist with grant writing and all avenues of fundraising and capital campaigns. In addition some marketing responsibilities and some website maintenance would apply. Responsibilities include: to assist in setting and completing fundraising goals and working closely with the Development Director in pursuing Grants, Foundations, State and Local funding sources and individual donors and also in their management and care. Development experience preferred but not necessary However strong writing skills and interpersonal skills a must. Send a cover letter, resume, references to: Patrick Ward, The Media Theatre, 104 East State St, Media, PA 19063 (posted 5/31/08)

Office Manager/Admin Asst., The Media Theatre
Office Manager/Admin Asst, The Media Theatre The Media Theatre seeks an office manager and admin assistant to manage the business office as well as assist executive management in its daily operations . Responsibilities include: managing payroll, managing vendors, banking and staff/actors benefits plus some graphic design. Knowledge of Quickbooks, Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft a plus. The Media Theatre operates with Tessitura, a comprehensive box office system and any knowledge would be helpful. Salary: mid to high 20s with benefits. Please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Patrick Ward, Executive Director, The Media Theatre, 104 East State St, Media, PA 19063 (posted 5/31/08)

Company Manager, TaniaIsaacDance
Company Manager/ Logistical genius. Part-time hourly position leading to potential full-time hiring for an obsessive, independent, slightly irreverent, goal driven, socially adept individual with a vision for the role of arts in culture. TaniaIsaacDance is a non-profit dance company that forms an umbrella for performances, lectures, salons and all available manner of interacting with human beings of every ilk. The company manager works closely with the Artistic Director to support projects and touring, coordinating dancers, speakers, artistic collaborators and funders. Brainstorming required. For details or to apply please email: taniaisaacdance@verizon.net Include a resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and your experience to date. (posted 5/13/08)

Director of Development, People's Light & Theatre Company
People’s Light seeks an experienced individual to manage and direct all aspects of fundraising for its annual ($2.7 million) and capital campaigns. The Director is part of the executive management team and works closely with the board and its committees. Responsibilities are to achieve fundraising goals in Foundation, Corporate, Government, Individual Giving, and Special Events. A minimum of 7 years of development experience required, in addition to excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal skills. Salary commensurate with experience, includes benefits. Send letter, resume, writing samples and references to: Heather Dibble, PEOPLE’S LIGHT & THEATRE, 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355-1798. Or email: dibble@peopleslight.org (posted 5/2/08)

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