JOB POSTING: NEW BERN CIVIC THEATRE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

New Bern Civic Theatre (NBCT) is in an exciting period of growth, expanding its impact as a premier arts organization in our region. With a full main stage season of eight productions, alongside our dynamic Encore Series showcasing stand-alone performances, we are enriching the community while providing a platform for regional artists and musicians. Ticket sales have drastically exceeded projections for two consecutive years, a testament to our growing audience and commitment to excellence. Our facilities have also seen remarkable upgrades, including new floors in our rehearsal space, state-of-the-art sound equipment, and brand-new theatre seating within the last five years. As we continue to elevate the standard for community theatre, we are further investing in the future with plans for a new office and additional classroom and rehearsal space.

We seek a visionary Executive Director (ED) to lead us into this next chapter, continuing our trajectory of artistic innovation, financial growth, and deep community engagement.

The ED supervises a staff that includes a Theatre Management Coordinator and an Operations and Office Assistant. This team combines with volunteers and the Board of Directors to help the ED in efforts of fundraising, management, financial planning, and artistic endeavors.

Desired Experience and Education:

The ideal candidate will have:

~ Experience with a nonprofit organization or equivalent and transferrable skills

~ Fundraising skills

~ Experience with grant writing and reporting

~ Experience with facilities management or equivalent and transferable skills

~ Theatre experience or equivalent and transferrable skills

~ Experience negotiating and writing contracts with talent agencies or equivalent and transferrable skills

~ A 4-year degree, and academic or other background in theatre is preferred

Duties of Position:

~ Managing the organization in a fiscally responsible manner, within the annual budget as approved by the Board of Directors, and with the assistance of the Board Treasurer and NBCT's bookkeeper and outside accountant

~ Research, recommend, collate show titles with Season Selection Committee to present for Board approval as upcoming season

~ Serve as the Talent Scout/Coordinator for Encore Series bookings (stand-alone amateur or professional acts) that require contract negotiation or preparation

~ Hiring and supervising staff for positions approved by the Board

~ Coordinating volunteers

~ Managing facilities

~ Overseeing volunteer productions

~ Marketing NBCT productions and season ticket sales, with the assistance of the Marketing Committee

~ Representing NBCT with its stakeholders and in the community

~ Assisting the Board with major fundraising efforts and coordinating minor ones

~ Attending monthly Board and committee meetings

Employment Terms:

~ Must agree to follow NBCT policies and procedures

~ Must be able to successfully pass a background check

~ Will be required to work flexible hours

~ Must live within a 30-minute drive of New Bern Civic Theatre

~ "At will” position

~ Reports to the Board of Directors

Salary Range: $45,000-$65,000 (commensurate with experience)

Interview Dates: Begin March 1, 2025

Start Date: ASAP

Send your résumé and cover letter to: jobs@newberncivictheatre.org

Please include “NBCT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SUBMISSION” in the subject line.