CEO Managing Director

Position Profile About the Opportunity The Managing Director is Texas Performing Arts “number two” leader. The position is responsible for implementing the Executive & Artistic Director’s strategic vision by leading daily operations, providing financial management, and guiding the work of TPA’s operational and administrative teams. The position works closely with colleagues across UT Austin and engages extensively with the university’s centralized systems and policies. Reporting to the Executive & Artistic Director, the Managing Director oversees the leaders of business operations (finance, human resources, accounting, procurement, and contracting); facilities (including IT and capital projects); production (with departments that serve both presented and produced events); event management (event operations and artist logistics); and guest experience (front of house, parking, and retail). About Texas Performing Arts Texas Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Austin (TPA) is the nation’s largest and most active university-based performing arts center by annual attendance, budget, and number of events. Both an anchor institution in Austin’s arts landscape and a nationally significant presenter, TPA operates venues on the University of Texas at Austin campus including Austin’s largest theater, Bass Concert Hall. Its presenting includes Broadway in Austin; an international season of dance, theater, and music; and the Texas Welcomes series of national touring artists. Education is at the core of TPA’s programs, which serve more than 30,000 K-12 students and the 55,000 students of UT Austin. http://texasperformingarts.org/ About Austin Texas Performing Arts is located in Austin, the capital of Texas. Known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin is known for its incredible arts and music scene, with over 250 live music venues throughout the city. Along with the bustling entertainment, Austin is also home to a vibrant food scene including Michelin-starred Tex-Mex and barbecue. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Austin offers a variety of recreational opportunities such as hiking, kayaking, and swimming in the numerous parks and trails. Dedicated sports fans cheer on the Texas Longhorns championship teams, enjoy F1 racing at Austin’s Circuit of the Americas, or attend Austin FC’s Major League Soccer matches. The world comes to Austin for annual events such as South by Southwest and the Austin City Limits Music Festival. More information about Austin: https://austinrelocationguide.com/ Job Description Responsibilities