Managing Director, PTC

Job Summary
As a co-partner/leader in PTCs trajectory of increasing artistic achievement and notoriety the managing director will report directly to the Associate Vice President for the Arts and work in close partnership with the PTC Board of Directors. Possessing a collective outlook on leading the developmental efforts of the organization the managing director will clarify PTCs primary objectives and drive resource alignment and growth for continuing success. The Managing Director will ultimately oversee all operational functions in the areas of fundraising audience development and communication and Human Resources. Essential responsibilities include: Create and maintain a relationship of trust encouragement collaboration and joyful exploration with PTCs artistic director. Continue PTCs strong alliance with the University of Utah community exploring deeper engagement for a continuing and mutually beneficial relationship while maintaining PTCs historical artistic and managerial independence. Work to more deeply define PTC place as a local regional and national source of the highest quality professional theatrical experiences for audiences seeking a diverse palette of plays and musicals. Expand PTCs audience and donor base through programs that reach younger people (particularly those in the tech and biomedical sectors) suburban dwellers and underrepresented communities. Celebrate PTCs mission and vision in new ways that continue to engage long-time supporters while making room for new constituents. Lead fund development efforts from both a contributed and earned income perspective. With the assistance of the board learn about the philanthropic and patron culture in Salt Lake City. Serve as an open resource to staff for ideas deliberation and any conflict resolution. Promote a culture of transparency productivity balance creativity and harmony. Check in regularly with the artistic director regarding organizational and artistic vision mission and update strategic plans as necessary. Fostering and continuing to develop the integrated collaborative and evolving relationship between PTC and the University of Utah Department of Theatre.

Minimum Qualifications
Ideally the successful candidate for this role will possess these skills and experience: An authentic love of theatre and the ability to passionately convey that passion to a wide range of audiences. The savvy and desire to work within a University administrative setting keenly understanding how to effectively make this currently mutually beneficial relationship as effective as possible. A demonstrated pattern of success in administrative leadership roles requiring a high level of political and managerial dexterity. An active and creative mind. Extensive experience and clear skill in creating understanding and managing budgets and financial tracking models for each production and season. A transparent and open style of staff management and leadership. A commitment to creating an expanding culture of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. Experience withand excitement aboutfundraising. Exceptional communication skillsboth verbal and writtenand taking satisfaction in serving as a major public ambassador for PTCs work. Effective track record of working with boards of directors volunteers and other support groups. At minimum a bachelors degree and preferably a graduate degree in a relevant discipline. Familiarity with requirements of theatrical unions with experience in negotiating agreements with the theatrical unions.