Programmer

Be a Star at Straz Center for the Performing Arts!

Straz Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a Programmer to lead the development, planning, and execution of ticketed live performance programs, with a strong focus on contemporary music concerts. The Programmer will have a proven track record in artist booking, contract negotiation, budget management, and audience development, alongside excellent industry knowledge and relationships with agents, managers, and artists.

This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance creative vision with commercial viability, ensuring a dynamic and diverse program that engages audiences and continues and builds upon the organization's reputation as a leading presenter of live performance. T his position requires a problem-solving mindset , strong industry relationships, experience working in a high-volume atmosphere with particular experience in booking contemporary music, and great comfort with budgets, Excel, and calendar software. Must use a variety of research methods and industry knowledge to independently assess the viability of a booking, both from financial and non-financial standpoints. Good judgment and rational thinking are essential.

Located in downtown Tampa, the 335,000 square-foot Straz Center, one of the largest performing arts complexes in the country, offers a team-based work environment that shows our dedication to the community every day. We reward our full-time employees with a strong benefits package including options for health / dental, vision, etc., discounted downtown parking, food and show discounts, plus a generous 403(b) plan and up to 27 days of PTO / Holidays per year.

Essential Functions :

Programming & Artistic Planning

• Curate, plan, and deliver a compelling calendar of ticketed live performances, with emphasis on contemporary music and related genres.
• Identify and secure emerging and established artists that align with the organization's mission and audience profile.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, new talent, and audience demand to shape programming strategy.

Artist Booking & Contracting

Financial & Administrative Management

Partnerships & Audience Development

Financial Responsibilities :

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) :

Education and Work Experience :

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

The David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to being an inclusive workplace and strongly believes in the importance of having a diverse group of individuals represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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