Director of Performance

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Published: October 30, 2023

About Pew Center for Arts & Heritage

Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, a multidisciplinary grantmaker, fosters an inclusive cultural community in Greater Philadelphia. Funded by The Pew Charitable Trusts and administered by The University of the Arts, it invests in imaginative projects showcasing the region’s cultural diversity.

The Opportunity

The Pew Center seeks a dynamic Director of Performance to lead project grantmaking and programming for the performing arts in Greater Philadelphia. This strategic administrator will impact the cultural ecosystem, working closely with the senior leadership team and the Executive Director to shape the Center’s vision and agenda.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and monitor program aspects aligned with the Center’s mission.
Develop strategies that cultivate artistic excellence, overseeing grant-making processes, and enhancing regional cultural engagement.
Assess needs of Greater Philadelphia’s arts community and devise strategies within Pew’s framework.
Act as the face of the Performance Program, maintaining public relations, building relationships, and ensuring access to eligible organizations and artists.
Strengthen relationships with local, national, and international arts and cultural resources.

Candidate Profile

Commitment to Mission and Values

Demonstrate unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant and diverse cultural ecology in Greater Philadelphia. Value artistic freedom, promoting respect, open communication, and trust.

Artistic Understanding

Possess artistic literacy, understanding contemporary artistic practice, and maintaining an expansive network in the cultural community.

Administrative and Organizational Expertise

Be a systems thinker with strong administrative and organizational skills, managing programs and serving as a model of integrity and professionalism.

Flexible Mindset

Bring a creative and agile approach to strategizing, adapting to new approaches while staying true to the Center’s mission.

Additional Strengths

High emotional intelligence and the ability to develop authentic relationships.
Sense of humor, humility, and a service-oriented mindset.
Collaborative and collegial approach, fostering teamwork across the Center and with partners.

Equity Statement

The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). It prioritizes addressing disparities, cultivating diverse perspectives, and fostering a respectful work environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $125,000 to $155,000 with competitive benefits offered through the University of the Arts, including healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, hybrid remote work model, and more.