Group of people gathered around a table listening to a speaker in front of a large figurative painting.

Makers, Music & Mimosas at SOMArts Cultural Center, 2016. Photo by Kushal Kapoor

Artspan

ArtSpan’s Executive Director serves as the organizational leader of this deeply impactful and venerable arts nonprofit. The Executive Director will: shepherd the organization into the future with steadiness, competence and joy; oversee the staff, and serve as the primary outward-facing representative for our extensive community networks and partners. ArtSpan’s next Executive Director builds on our 50-year legacy, bolstering programs that uplift local artists and solidify the arts as a vital economic driver. This is a demanding and highly rewarding role for an individual deeply committed to the local arts ecosystem.

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025
Pay Rate: $110l/yr - $125k/yr

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Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF)

FAMSF is offering 8 full-time paid summer 2025 internships.The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF) Summer Internship program is designed to be an introductory professional experience, typically for students, emerging professionals, and those just entering the workforce, who are interested in a career in museums or the arts and who are passionate about equity and inclusion. Interns will gain knowledge of museum careers and culture, receive mentorship from full-time staff, hands-on project experience and feedback, and join a network of emerging museum professionals.

Application Deadline: January 8th, 2025
Pay Rate: $18.75/hour

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Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale

Philharmonia Baroque seeks an experienced leader to support PBOC in aligning messaging with strategy and in growing audiences. The Director of Marketing will work closely with other staff including artistic, development, and executive leaders to elevate institutional visibility and increase attendance at concerts.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $100,000 - $120,000

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West Edge Opera

The Marketing and Communications Director will develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications plan to build on and maintain momentum from WEO’s recent growth. Working hand in hand with West Edge Opera staff and Board committees, you will increase the organization’s visibility to support the company’s earned and contributed income goals.   The Marketing and Communications Director will report directly to WEO’s General Director.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $70,000 - $80,000

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ALONZO KING LINES BALLET

Inspired by the organization’s legacy and reputation, the Managing Director will provide steady leadership as LINES Ballet navigates change and new opportunities. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader, combining confidence with humility to guide the organization into its next phase of growth and impact.

The Managing Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for all aspects of the organization to ensure its success —development, operations, finance, marketing, human resources, and education. As a member of the Executive Team, they will partner with the Co-Founders to enable them to focus on amplifying their artistic vision. Working with a talented leadership team, they will execute the 2024 – 2027 Strategic Plan, ensuring financial stability and overseeing revenue and expenditures to manage LINES’ resources efficiently.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $175,00 - $200,000

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San Francisco Ballet

The San Francisco Ballet is seeking applicants for their Director of Institutional Giving role. As Director, Institutional Giving for SF Ballet, you will be responsible for leading foundation, government, and corporate philanthropic giving through the full philanthropic cycle— from research, identification, and cultivation through securing of funds and stewardship of our institutional donors. In this role, you will continue to build strong relationships with current donors while expanding the institutional giving portfolio to include new opportunities for growth. Particular areas of growth include government relations, the build-out of a more robust foundation prospect pipeline, and a holistic approach to building relationships in the corporate sector as relates to special events, general/programmatic support, sponsorships, and more.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $119,238 - $140,250

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SAN FRANCISCO BALLET

As Director, Strategic Partnerships for SF Ballet, you will be responsible for cultivating, developing, and overseeing strategic partnerships and sponsorships with local, national, and international businesses and brands to drive revenue growth and audience expansion while furthering SF Ballet’s mission. A new position for SF Ballet, this role will identify and execute partnership opportunities that align with company-wide business objectives in collaboration with the Development and Marketing departments. This includes development, planning, and execution of strategic direction for brand partnerships and corporate sponsorships; and close collaboration with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders. This position requires creativity, solid relationship-building skills, expert collaboration with internal and external parties, and laser-sharp strategic focus to ensure alignment with brand objectives while maximizing partnership value.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $119,238 - $140,250

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Asian pacific islander cultural center

The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center (APICC) is hiring a part-time Program Manager. This position will support the Artistic Director in coordinating and managing APICC’s current programs, as well as assist in developing new initiatives that align with APICC’s mission. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced in event production and promotion, and works well in a collaborative team environment. We seek an individual passionate about supporting and uplifting the cultural and artistic endeavors of Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $25/hour

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San Francisco Ballet

Under the supervision of the Director of Individual Giving, the Individual Giving Officer will strategize, plan, and execute all aspects of San Francisco Ballet’s mid-level donor group, the Christensen Society (CS), including solicitation, stewardship, prospect research, cultivation, and benefit fulfillment. This position is responsible for an expansive portfolio comprised of current donors giving between $2,500-$14,999, as well as prospects capable of making gifts of $2,500 or more.

The Individual Giving Officer is also responsible for helping to craft a fundraising voice for the Individual Giving team by drafting compelling copy for quarterly donor campaigns and other solicitation and stewardship communications. In partnership with the Director of Development Operations and the Annual Fund Operations Manager, this position also provides regular analysis on individual giving results and areas of concern/opportunity.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Pay Rate: $72,624 - $82,926

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What's Coming Up

Public Meeting

Executive Committee Meeting

December 19
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1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 408 and Online
Public Meeting

Full Arts Commission Meeting

January 06
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2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 416 and Online
Public Meeting

Executive Committee Meeting

January 15
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1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 408 and Online
Public Meeting

Full Arts Commission Meeting

January 06
/
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Hybrid: City Hall | Rm 416 and Online