Brighter Boston School and Community Partnerships Manager

Our Mission

Brighter Boston guides young adults to discover meaningful work and personal success through life changing professional internships in the event production industry.

Who we are

Brighter Boston is a nonprofit workforce development organization bridging the gap between education and real-world careers in live entertainment. We provide hands-on technical training, paid internships, and holistic career support to young adults historically excluded from the arts ages 16-25. Our participants gain in-demand skills in lighting, audio, video, and set construction while building networks that connect them directly with professionals and employers in the industry.

Our Culture

We believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. That’s why we champion learning by doing, mentorship from working professionals, and setting bold goals for the young people in our programs - because they’re capable of meeting them. Our team embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and a shared belief in the power of the arts to build community and change lives. Brighter Boston is a coalition of young people, production companies, and events professionals working to open the doors of Boston’s entertainment industry to the next generation of artists.

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate, organized, and community-driven School and Community Partnerships Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to teach technical production skills, build relationships, and strengthen career pathway connections for young adults. You’ll work closely with the Programs Director to implement curriculum and provide outreach to our partner schools and organizations. You’ll be an external facing champion of the organization, helping Brighter Boston grow its impact and reach.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are

• Love teaching and working with young people
• A self-starter who thrives in dynamic, mission-driven environments
• Detail-oriented and a skilled problem solver
• Customer service-minded and people-focused
• A compelling communicator
• A believer in the power of arts education
• Experienced in technical theater/live event production
• Committed to equity, creativity, and empowering young artists through real-world opportunities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee in-school technical theater training sessions for Boston Public Schools students in middle and high school during the school day
• Maintaining and growing school and district level partnerships
• Oversee BPS Production Initiative for 11-15 school shows annually including
  • Scheduling with schools
  • Coordinating interns and mentors
  • Mentoring interns in management and show preparation
• Management of school and community partner relations including
  • Facilitating meetings and communications
  • Sharing photos and outcomes with partners/schools
  • Attending college and career fairs to share information about Brighter Boston
  • Supporting recruitment process, in-school, virtual and in-person
• Assist with on-site supervision of interns as needed
• Supporting BPS in production equipment management
• Compiling and documenting program outcomes
• Be a champion and ambassador for the organization
• Collaborate with the Programs team on development of curriculum resources as needed
• Serve as a resource to the young people in our program by sharing your knowledge and connections

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for someone who brings a mix of teaching experience, technical skill and collaborative spirit to the role. The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-4 years of experience teaching in-school
• 2-4 years experience working professionally in live events
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Experience working with youth and families from diverse socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds preferred
• Excellent relationship-building and customer service abilities
• Comfort with technology and experience using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
• A positive problem-solving mindset
• Strong listening and communication skills

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position combining virtual and in-person responsibilities.

• Most administrative duties and team meetings are conducted virtually
• The role requires travel to partner theaters and schools across the Boston area
• Candidates must have sufficient mobility and access to reliable transportation

Generous holiday schedule

½ day Fridays in the summer