Creative Partnerships Manager

Creative Partnerships Manager

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel.

Creative Philadelphia (Creative PHL) provides creative and economic opportunities for all Philadelphians to thrive through the arts. We advance public access to arts and culture, collaborate with local creative communities, and celebrate the city's cultural assets, contributing to a safer, cleaner, and greener city.

Job Description

Position Summary : Creative PHL seeks a full-time Creative Partnerships Manager to support its mission to provide equitable access to the arts and opportunities for artists and cultural organizations. The Creative Partnerships Manager builds and manages external relationships with artists, creative entrepreneurs, cultural organizations, funders, and civic partners to foster strategic collaborations that elevate the cultural life of Philadelphia. This role strengthens Creative PHL's mission to expand equitable access to the arts through creative program development, resource-building, and long-term partnerships. The Manager oversees initiatives that blend community engagement, cultural programming, and cross-sector collaboration, including Philly Celebrates Jazz, and the Illuminate the Arts Grant. In addition, the Manager will collaborate with City departments and agencies to align partnership efforts with broader municipal goals, ensuring that arts and culture are integrated into citywide strategies for community development, public engagement, and equitable resource distribution.

Responsibilities : Creative Partnership Development & Strategy :

• Identify and cultivate relationships with artists, cultural groups, brands, and civic partners to co-create public-facing cultural programs.
• Develop strategies to expand Creative PHL's reach and visibility through collaborative campaigns, sponsorships, and co-branded initiatives.
• Prepare partnership pitches, sponsorship decks, and outreach materials for external engagement.

Program Administration & Oversight :

Community Engagement & Cultural Access :

Collaboration & Internal Coordination :

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

Training & Experience : Bachelor's degree in arts administration, public affairs, marketing, or a related fieldOR minimum 5 years work experience required. A minimum of 2-4 years of administration, partnerships, community engagement, or nonprofit programming is required. Experience in any or all of the following is a plus : administration, programs, strategic planning, or working knowledge of the performing arts. Flexibility and willingness to work on a full range of tasks - from analytical to administrative - is a must.

Special Requirements : Must be a Philadelphia resident. Must have valid driver's license. Candidate must pass a background check. The position is in-person full-time in City Hall, Room 116.

Physical and Mental Demands : Position requires a high level of mental concentration and commitment. Position requires travel to Creative PHL events and programs within Philadelphia County.