The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts · 6 days ago
Program Director - Contemporary Music
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expThe John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. The Program Director is responsible for curating contemporary music programs, focusing on country, rock, and bluegrass music, while fostering connections with local communities and enhancing both onsite visitation and online engagement.
Education
Responsibilities
Book and manage high-visibility contemporary music programs, featuring established and emerging artists
Use data analytics to make booking decisions across various venues
Maintain relationships with agencies and managers
Support public program bookings for the Millennium Stage and support film programming
Coordinate with stakeholders to meet artist and Center goals
Develop performance metrics and analyze data to evaluate each program
Collaborate with Campus Planning to secure venue reservations
Work with Marketing and Box Office for ticket setups
Attend inter-departmental meetings to advance programming priorities
Assist in developing and revising seasonal program budgets
Track budgets and provide financial data for grant reporting
Conduct regular budget re-projections
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5-7 years' experience in artistic programming
Demonstrated knowledge of the performing arts as it pertains to all genres regionally, nationally, and internationally
Demonstrated ability to develop trust and rapport with diverse communities
An awareness of the appropriate manner to address sensitive issues when inviting engaged participation
Understanding of budgeting and finance expenses related to the performing arts
Background in finance and basic accounts payable procedures
Adept knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided
Candidate must be willing to work onsite
Occasional lifting and moving of office supplies and artist hospitality needs weighing as much as 40 lbs
Must be able to work nights and weekends and work beyond 40 hours/week as needed
Will participate in coverage of running programs as needed
The noise level in the work environment is normal, except that volume may be loud during performances
Some travel may be required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in the arts, arts management or other related field preferred
Benefits
Staff offers for discount tickets
Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment)
Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA)
Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire
13 paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA
Company
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts produces and presents theatre and musicals, dance and ballet, and more.
Founded in 1971Washington, District of Columbia, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
The Genesis Inspiration Foundation
2025-12-18Grant
Leadership Team
Stacey B. Johnson
Chief Financial Officer
Alexandra van den Heever
Manager, National Community Partnerships (Education Division)
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