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Program Director
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Program Director- Wilmette Theatre
The Program Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Theatre, including calendar management, film programming, live performances, rentals,and special events.The Program Directorreports to the Board and collaborates with the Board to implement the Theatre's strategic goals, develop programming initiatives, ensure appropriate staffing and management support, and advance the Theatre's mission as a community center for arts and education. This full-time salaried position requires evening and weekend hours.
Programming & Industry Relations
- Manage relationships with film distributors and other programming partners, including bookingmovies and live events
- Monitor trends affecting independent theaters
Rentals & Special Events
- Schedule and manage rentals and special events at the Theatre
- Drive sales of high-margin rentals and private events to support the Theatre's long-term financial viability
- Maintain workingknowledge of theatreoperations, with the ability to troubleshoot basictechnical issues involving projectors, servers, and the point-of-sale (POS) system
- Market the venue through social media, the Theatre website, newsletter, and community outreach
- Respond promptlyto email inquiriesand communicate clearlyand professionally with current and prospective renters
- Document renters' special requests, including food, technical, and programming needs
- Execute contracts and ensure timely collections
Operations & Support Services
- Oversee supportservices for screenings, rentals, live performances, and special events,including sound and lighting technicians, catering/food services, inventory and rental items, concessions, website maintenance, and supply coordination
Staffing
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and (when necessary) terminate staff
Board & Community Relations
- Attend regular Board meetings and relevant committee meetings
- Brief the Board on issues affecting the Theatre, supportannual budget development, and provide programming updates
- Serve as the primarypublic face of the Theatre;cultivate relationships with donors, patrons,and institutional stakeholders
Please submit a cover letter and resume in care of jobs@wilmettetheatre.com
