Kimmel Center, Inc., a charitable, not-for-profit organization, owns, manages, supports and maintains The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, which includes Verizon Hall, Perelman Theater, Innovation Studio and the Merck Arts Education Center. Kimmel Center, Inc. also manages the Academy of Music, owned by the Philadelphia Orchestra Association, and the University of the Arts’ Merriam Theater. Our mission is to operate a world-class performing arts center that engages and serves a broad audience from throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.

Department: Programming

Reports to: Artistic Director

Status: Exempt

Summary: The Programming Manager is responsible for booking and/or producing shows, events, and programs that meet the organization’s artistic, financial, and audience goals within the venues on the campus of the Kimmel Center of the Performing Arts. This position will also work with the Artistic Director on booking and/or producing free programming, family shows, the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, among others. The Programming Manager assists with all department functions and management of department budgets.

Essential Functions:

• Researches and identifies artists appropriate for consideration for season long programming.
• Works with Artistic Director to program and manage events that insure an annual budget net goal of break even or profit.
• Primary Concentration in: Rock, Jazz, Pop, Latino music, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Adult Contemporary with general knowledge and experience in other commercial products such as Comedy, Family, and Dance.
• Works with Artistic Director to engage and enhance Kimmel Center Programming by solidifying presenting partnerships with Resident Companies.
• Assists in all other phases of booking where necessary for special projects
• Responsible for negotiating deals, artists fees, ticket prices, discounts, engagement expenses, and merchandising arrangements for all shows booked.
• Responsible for the successful administration of all shows booked, including budget management and settlement, communication with Marketing, Box Office, Front of House and Production departments and day of show duties.
• Assists Artistic Director in all aspects of department functions, administration and management of department budgets
• Must maintain a high level of organization for the department as it relates to budgets, financial reports, board reports, sales and artist histories.
• Strategizes with Programming, Development, Marketing Department, Group Sales, and PR to develop pricing plans, single ticket marketing budgets, selling tactics, targeted promotions, and outreach efforts in ensure achievement of fiscal year budget sales goals.
• Works with local and national partners to develop community driven and/or educational programs while coordinating these efforts with both the Education and Development departments
• Works with Artistic Director to develop FY Plan, and manage the November and March forecasts for all KCP events. Responsible for maintaining sales history and budget actuals in FY Plan and to coordinate with Finance to make sure records are accurate and up to date.
• Creates pro-formas for deal analysis and expected profit / loss on varying sales scenarios.
• Develops relationships with community based organizations, local artists to seek ways to engage the community and bring business to the Kimmel Center.
• Develops and maintain relationships with local, national, and international artists, managers and agents and other venue contacts
• Attends industry conferences and meetings including APAP and TIPCON. Attend local and other relevant programming.
• Protects KCI ethical and legal interests through contracts, insurance, and financial procedures.
• Aligns customer service within KCI standards and practices
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in related area required
  
• 3-5 years of experience in arts management/programming: ticketing, budgeting, negotiation, engagement management booking
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent, detailed writing skills
• Understanding of contracts, some facility in prep of contracts

Environment, Physical Demands and Other Conditions:

• Office environment
• Some nights and weekends
• Valid driver's license
• Potential travel

To apply for this position, send your resume to Kimmel Center Human Resources:

Kimmel Center, Inc.
Human Resources
1500 Walnut Street, 17th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
fax: 215-790-5801