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About the Role

The Director of Programming leads the Long Center’s programmatic work, creating year-round impact for performing arts in Austin. This role involves booking shows, building partnerships, and developing education and outreach initiatives that advance the organization's mission and attract investment. Success relies on creativity and collaboration to program diverse events across multiple venues, serving new audiences and fostering community engagement.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead a cohesive, year-round programming plan that reflects the Long Center’s mission and engages the full range of Austin’s communities.
Research, evaluate risk, select and negotiate terms for performances presented by the Long Center, including Long Center Presents (LCP) programming in Dell Hall.
Build an annual calendar that balances presented shows, co-promotions, community programs, education and special events.
Cultivate relationships with agents, managers, producers and artists, and stay current on local, national, and international trends in the performing arts.
Develop and manage co-promotion partnerships with local and national partners.
Serve as a primary contact for promoters, ticketed rentals, and community partners.
Identify and build partnerships with cultural, civic, educational, health and community organizations that extend the Long Center’s reach and impact.
Establish relationships with programming departments at comparable venues in Texas and the Southwest, allowing for opportunities to book tours as a block.
Design, launch and grow education and outreach programs for students, families, artists, and lifelong learners.
Connect presented and partner programming to education and community engagement opportunities such as workshops, residencies, talkbacks, and school performances.
Set goals and measure the reach and impact of education and outreach programs.
Identify new formats and areas for programming growth beyond traditional presenting, such as community events, festivals, family programs, outdoor and seasonal events, and cross-sector programs.
Use all Long Center spaces creatively, including our stages, conference rooms, and outdoor spaces.
Research opportunities and build business plans for new initiatives.
Pilot new programs, evaluate results, and scale what works.
Partner with the VP of Advancement to make programming a fundraising driver, shaping programs that attract individual donors, corporate partners, foundations and government funders.
Provide program content, impact data and stories for grant applications, sponsorship proposals, donor cultivation and reports.
Help identify sponsorship and underwriting opportunities tied to programs, series and initiatives.
Participate in donor and sponsor cultivation and stewardship events as needed.
Develop programming budgets with the CFO.
Monitor revenue and expenses throughout the season and provide regular forecasts.
Manage risk across the programming portfolio, balancing presented, co-promoted, and partner-funded work.
Oversee contracts from negotiation through settlement, working with Box Office, Finance, Operations, and other departments.
Oversee the programming portion of the organization’s calendar, working with Sales, Operations, and Production to resolve conflicts and use inventory well.
Work with Marketing and Sales on audience development and ticket sales goals.
Work with Operations and Production to make sure programs are well executed and serve patrons and artists at the highest level.
Lead, manage, and develop the Programming team, ensuring a high-performing department.
Set clear annual goals and priorities tied to the programming plan and organizational strategy, and track progress throughout the year.
Coach staff through regular one-on-ones, real-time feedback, and development conversations.
Delegate meaningful ownership and hold staff accountable for results, addressing performance or behavior issues promptly, fairly and directly.
Conduct performance evaluations, recognize strong work, and identify training and professional development opportunities.
Foster a team culture of collaboration, creativity, open communication and trust.
Serve as an active member of the senior management team, contributing to organization-wide decisions, priorities and the Long Center’s strategic plan.
Build strong, trusting working relationships with fellow department heads, including Advancement, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Production and Finance, to align priorities and solve problems together.
Bring an organization-wide perspective to leadership discussions, weighing what is best for the Long Center as a whole, not only for programming.
Champion internal communication so that staff across departments understand programming plans, goals, and successes.
Represent the Long Center onsite and in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 7 years of programming or presenting experience in a performing arts center or comparable organization, with increasing leadership responsibility.
Broad knowledge of the national and international performing arts field, artists, agents and new works; strong negotiation skills.
Demonstrated success managing and developing a team, including setting goals, coaching, conducting performance evaluations, hiring and addressing performance issues.
Experience serving on, or working closely with, a senior management team with a track record of building collaborative relationships with peer department heads and contributing to a positive organizational culture.
Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel; experience with event scheduling and ticketing software.

Skills

Strategic and creative vision
Partnership building
Entrepreneurial mindset
Fundraising orientation
Financial acumen
Collaboration
Communication
Project management
Community engagement
Judgment and adaptability
Leadership and coaching
Culture building
Teamwork
Negotiation skills
Knowledge of Austin’s cultural landscape (plus)
Experience working in a unionized (IATSE) environment (plus)

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

Onsite
Requires evening and weekend event attendance

Experience Level

Director level
At least 7 years of programming or presenting experience
Increasing leadership responsibility

Education Level

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Prime parking
Amazing experiences with the best view in town

About the Company

The Long Center is a performing arts venue in Austin, TX.

Equal Opportunity

The Long Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive for a team that reflects Austin’s diverse culture. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, sex or age.