| About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra. Mission Statement: As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion The Kennedy Center is a welcoming and inclusive culture where everyone benefits - we do it in a way that honors everyone’s humanity. We are able to advance our mission because of committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. Through honest discussion, our focus on DEI, and the creation of a D&I council, we are committed to always being the best versions of ourselves. Job Description Salary: $42-44,000 Join a dynamic, creative, and dedicated group of arts administrators in the Kennedy Center’s Programming Department. The Dance Programming team is responsible for all performances that fall under the current Dance and Ballet subscription series as well as the Local Dance Commissioning Project, and other dance and movement activations on Millennium Stage and across the Center’s REACH expansion campus. The Dance Programming Coordinator works within the Dance Programming department team to manage all logistical planning and necessary communication to ensure the success of the Kennedy Center ballet and dance subscription series and any additional programming. The Coordinator must be able to make decisions and exercise discretion in order to prioritize assignments and work under significant pressure, as many projects are time sensitive and involve concurrent deadlines. An eagerness to listen and communicate openly and problem solve in a collaborative environment is essential. An ideal candidate is creative and has familiarity, perspectives, and personal opinions about the global dance field at large. Duties and Responsibilities 55% Project Management: Executes logistics for all performances, events, and/or activities for the Kennedy Center’s Dance and Ballet subscription series. Duties include but are not limited to: - Arrange and manage payments for all necessary hotels and artist transportation as needed.
- Assist Manager with execution of Department’s supernumerary program, arranging and assisting with auditions, collecting and processing of necessary paperwork and payment for all performers.
- Act as primary liaison between visiting artists and various departments of the Center for a portion of the Center's Ballet and Dance series.
- Maintain contact with production managers, orchestra manager, education staff, press representative, advertising and marketing personnel, special events coordinators, and theater managers in order to ensure the flow of information between these departments and visiting artists. Work with all of these people to develop schedules, establish needs, review promotional materials, and organize events.
- Company management including arranging travel, housing, meals, fee payments, playbills, tickets, and matters of hospitality when needed.
- Track payments and maintain budgets, with guidance from Manager and Director, to keep Dance Programming department in good financial standing.
- Attend performances as a representative of Dance Programming.
15% Direct and produce the annual Local Dance Commissioning Project, with oversight from Director. Serve as leader for application and selection process. Serve as main contact for LDCP Awardees throughout the entire commission process. 10% Work closely with Manager to produce and execute National Dance Day and local dance artist series programs. Work with Manager to oversee intern’s administration of Millennium Stage and involvement in LDCP process. 10% Handle administrative responsibilities for the office including the ordering of office supplies, payment of monthly credit card bills, booking department travel for Dance Programming team members, and other various payment processing as needed. 10% Attend meetings as a representative of Dance Programming as requested, to ensure that information is shared and action items are advanced. N/A Responds to the needs and requests of Kennedy Center management and staff in a professional and expedient manner; Adheres to all employer policies and procedures. N/A General correspondence and other duties as assigned. |
