Managing Director

Job Description

Principal Role and Responsibilities

The Managing Director, as BSC’s co-executive and Chief Administrative Officer, shall be principally responsible for BSC’s administrative, financial, marketing, development and human resource functions. The successful candidate will enable BSC to carry out its programming and broader mission within a financially sustainable business model. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• In collaboration with the Artistic Director, guiding the development of a long-term business model that supports BSC’s artistic mission and energizes the staff, Board, artists and the community;
• Working with the Artistic Director, Board, and key constituents to develop and advance all aspects of the theater’s brand identity;

• Participating in the development of a sustainable organizational structure that prioritizes standards of excellence while recognizing the importance of work/life balance;
• Directing the preparation of the annual budget and managing operations throughout the year to ensure fiscal integrity;
• Supervising BSC’s day-to-day administrative, financial and operational functions;
• Serving as an ex-officio member of the Board and its Executive and Finance Committees, keeping the Board and Committees fully informed of all BSC operating and financial matters, and assisting the Board President and committee chairs in planning and conducting meetings;
• Collaborating with the Artistic Director in defining annual season planning assumptions and co-leading the planning process in a manner that will contribute to both artistic and financial success;
• Serving as an outward facing presence to cultivate relationships with leading regional theaters and commercial producers;
• Overseeing the financial planning, budgeting, and long-term development of New Works;
• Championing EDIA values and practices that demonstrate BSC’s commitment to anti-racism;
• In coordination with the Development Director, developing, implementing and participating in strategies and initiatives to increase contributed income and build corporate and foundational support;
• In coordination with the Marketing Director, developing and implementing, comprehensive strategies for marketing BSC’s productions and programs, focusing on increasing revenue, building community support, and enhancing the theater’s national reputation;
• In coordination with the Director of Education, ensuring that the young people of Berkshire County continue to experience live theater and arts education opportunities onstage, backstage and in their communities;
• In coordination with the Director of Production, assuring that the highest standards and technical expertise in all areas of design are achieved within BSC’s budget;
• Insuring that BSC is in compliance with the terms of all personnel policies and collective bargaining agreements;
• Representing BSC in all relationships and negotiations with associations that represent employees and contract personnel, such as Actor’s Equity Association, United Scenic Artists, and Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers;
• In collaboration with the Artistic Director and others, continuously cultivating community support for BSC’s core mission and programming;
• Participating in Board development and recruitment activities, as appropriate;
• Acting as a community spokesperson on behalf of the theater and attending community events as BSC’s representative.

The Board seeks candidates with vision, passion, and commitment. The successful candidate will be an inspiring representative of the theatre and the arts more broadly. They will look forward to becoming an active member of the Berkshire community. They will recognize and embrace the importance of building community throughout the organization and with Barrington Stage’s external stakeholders at the local, regional and national levels.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, they encourage you to apply.

They are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds in the performing arts or non-profit space. So, whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or taking the next step in your career path, they will be glad to have you on their radar.

Compensation

Barrington Stage Company offers competitive compensation, with a salary range starting at $160,000-$175,000 annually, and a generous benefits package that includes a comprehensive range of benefits, including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave.

Requirements

Qualities and Qualifications

The Search Committee is focused on identifying candidates whose talents as a theatre administrator/leader have been in evidence for a significant period of time and who have had demonstrable leadership success in complex creative environments. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• The collaborative skills to successfully partner with the Artistic Director, Board, staff, and key stakeholders to provide organizational leadership and direction;
• Strong and proven leadership experience at a professional theatre or performing arts organization; Past success in organizational planning and operational implementation;
• Proven ability to manage a complex, creative company with success in mission delivery and positive financial results;
• Vision and entrepreneurial capacity to elevate the stature of BSC and its productions locally and throughout the national theater community;
• Passion and proven ability to implement and advance EDIA values and initiatives within the organization, on its stages, and in the community;
• A compelling public spokesperson and fundraiser who is able to inspire support for BSC’s mission and organizational goals;
• The ability to analyze the theater’s operational status and to develop strategies in support of its overall organizational success;
• The ability to build, lead, and inspire a dynamic management team and staff;
• A collaborative and open management style;
• The experience to fully support BSC’s educational and community engagement objectives;
• The capacity, with the Development Director, to shape and implement an active and multifaceted fundraising effort;
• A demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships with civic leaders throughout the Berkshires and Massachusetts;
• Proven ability to balance artistic initiatives and risks with fiscal responsibility.

Application Instructions

The search for the Managing Director is being conducted on behalf of Barrington Stage Company by Tom O'Connor Consulting Group, a New York-based executive search and consulting firm specializing in the arts and culture industries. Cynthia Fuhrman, Vice President/Executive Search, is leading the search process, reporting to a search committee made up of a mix of members of the Barrington Stage Company Board of Trustees and Staff.

Please use your cover letter to tell them about what you hope to bring to this role, and how your background and experience responds to the desired skills and qualities.

To apply, visit the online application (https://tinyurl.com/3z5ktfxk) and submit your materials. For best consideration, please apply by April 11, 2025. While they will still accept and consider applications received after this date, they encourage you to apply as early as possible for the best chance at being considered for the position. Please note that meeting the priority deadline does not guarantee an interview. No phone calls, please.