Director of Programming, Texas Performing Arts

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Texas Performing Arts (TPA) is the performing arts presenting and producing program of the University of Texas at Austin (UT). The most active university-based performing arts center in the U.S., TPA is an anchor institution in Austin's arts, cultural, and entertainment landscape. TPA operates venues on the UT campus including Austin's largest theater, Bass Concert Hall. Its public programs include Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, music and more; and the Texas Welcomes series of popular touring artists. TPA is part of UT's College of Fine Arts and engages students across the university in creative experiences.

• TPA employees receive UT Austin's outstanding benefits package,including:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid holidays

• Other services and perks

The Director of Programming ensures that Texas Performing Arts presents an exciting and wide-ranging program of performances that meet its public service, educational, and revenue goals. The director works closely with TPA team members and partners to ensure high quality presentations that increase TPA's positive impact on audiences, artists, students, and the performing arts field at large.

Programming Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop and implement programming strategies that align with TPA's artistic, public service, educational, and revenue goals.
• Maximize the productive occupancy of TPA's owned/operated venues and engage other on- or off-campus venues as needed.
• Provide leadership to the TPA programming team to support efficient and effective work across the organization and with external partners.
• Lead the programming of the Broadway in Austin series in coordination with TPA's series partner.
• Lead the programming of the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists.
• Lead the programming of the Performing Arts Season of curated international productions, contemporary and classical performance, and new work development.
• Lead venue sales strategy, securing rental engagements that maximize appropriate use of TPA's facilities.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with local, national, and international agents, managers, co-promoters, and peer venues. Identify and develop long-lead or innovative projects that advance TPA's programmatic and financial goals.

Programming Management:

• Provide clear, timely, and complete programming information to TPA departments and external partners throughout all phases of the programming and presenting process, from initial event inquiry to final settlement.
• Advise and support the successful marketing, communications, and ticketing of programmed engagements. Monitor and manage revenue goals and inventory with TPA colleagues.
• Advise and support the successful event operations, guest experience, and technical production of programmed engagements. Maintain awareness of event advance processes as participate as required.
• Create, maintain, and update programming budgets and projections.
• Lead the strategic management of the venue calendars to maximize the utilization and impact of available dates. With the programming team, provide availabilities and manage holds.
• With the programming team, prepare and submit offers and negotiate terms. Provide booking confirmations and event information to all TPA departments. Oversee the contract, settlement, and payment processes.
• Develop and negotiate opportunities for artist engagement with students, members/donors, and other communities that TPA serves.

Perform other related functions as assigned. This job description may not contain all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described.

• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible programming experience at a multi-disciplinary performing arts center.
• Experience programming an annual Broadway subscription series with a national partner entity or consortium.
• Possess an established national network of agents, co-promoters, and peer venues.
• Experience with direct, co-presentation, and rental booking models.
• Experience with all genres and forms of live arts and entertainment, including popular touring artists, fine arts, and Broadway productions.
• Demonstrated experience accurately forecasting consumer demand and managing business risk.
• Have demonstrated competencies in: Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Effective Communication (written and spoken), Initiative, Interpersonal Relationships, and Problem Solving.

• More than the minimum required years of experience.
• Experience programming a theatrical venue with capacity of 2,800 or greater.
• Experience programming in venues owned or operated by a university or public entity.
• Interest in and strong commitment to the mission and programs of Texas Performing Arts and the University of Texas.
• Relevant professional education or credentials.

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• This position is 100% on-site at Texas Performing Arts and requires full-time residence in the greater Austin, Texas, area.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Prolonged screen time.
• Frequent telephone and virtual meetings.
• Fast-paced environment requiring multi-tasking and expedient responses.

• Evening, weekend, and holiday work, including "on-call" times, are required in connection with performances and events. Working shifts may include extended daily hours in connection with performances and events. Work will exceed 40 hours per week at peak times. A compensatory time program is provided.
• Occasional travel, including weekend or overnight travel, may be required.

• Cover letter detailing interest in and qualifications for this specific opportunity.
• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.References will not be contacted without prior approval of the candidate.
• Work samples may be requested if applicant advances to the interview stage.

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.