Cultural Arts Manager

ACCIÓN LATINA · SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Full-time • In-person • Mission District • Bilingual Required

SALARY $70,000/year SCHEDULE Mon–Fri some weekends LOCATION 2958 24th St, SF (1 remote day/wk) DEADLINE April 27, 2026

WHO WE ARE

Acción Latina is an arts and media nonprofit based in San Francisco’s Latiné Cultural District, built on two strong pillars: community media and cultural arts. Our community media pillar is anchored by El Tecolote, the longest-running bilingual, biweekly newspaper serving San Francisco’s working class Latiné and immigrant community since 1970. Our cultural arts pillar encompasses a growing portfolio of visual, literary, and performing arts programming rooted in Latiné culture and community life — programming that keeps our community engaged and empowered, and provides a sanctuary where people can gather, celebrate, and simply exist.

Together, these two pillars reflect our mission: to promote cultural arts, community media, and civic engagement as a way of building healthy and empowered Latiné communities. The Cultural Arts Manager plays a central role in carrying that mission forward — and works in close collaboration with the El Tecolote team as part of our shared organizational life.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is a rare opportunity to lead and grow cultural arts programming with an organization that has been serving the Latiné community for over 55 years — work that is deeply woven into the cultural and civic life of San Francisco’s Latiné community.

We are looking for a mission-driven leader with deep roots in or connection to the Latiné community, who is as comfortable curating a gallery exhibition as they are coordinating a concert, building a community partnership, or managing a program budget. This person oversees our gallery, signature events, and a year-round calendar of visual, literary, and performing arts — while bringing a collaborative, team-first spirit to everything they do.

The Cultural Arts Manager reports to the Executive Director and works day-to-day with a dedicated cultural arts team and community volunteers:

Paseó Artístico Producer Marketing & Production Specialist Cultural Arts Fellow

Acción Latina is a small, close-knit team united by shared values and a deep commitment to the community we serve. This is an exciting moment to join us — we are looking for someone ready to help usher in a new generation of cultural arts leadership, bringing fresh energy while honoring the legacy we have built together.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall

The following responsibilities apply across all cultural arts programs and events managed by this role.

• Manage program budgets across all cultural arts programming, including basic revenue and expense tracking and reporting.
• Track program analytics — attendance, participation, and other relevant metrics — and use that data to inform planning and outreach.
• In collaboration with the Marketing & Production Specialist, ensure consistent documentation of all programs and produce bilingual (English/Spanish) promotional and press materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations serving immigrant communities and historically underserved populations; develop targeted outreach strategies and monitor audience demographics.
• Support light grant research and writing, and assist with the recruitment and onboarding of cultural arts fellows, interns, and volunteers.
• Work with the Executive Director on longer-range planning and program evaluation.

Juan R. Fuentes Gallery

• Oversee all gallery operations, including day-to-day management, exhibition cycles, and the outdoor performance patio.
• Manage gallery hours — currently Thursdays and Fridays, and some evenings for gallery openings and with the potential to expand — and be present during gallery hours as a consistent part of the weekly schedule.
• Work with the Executive Director to review and select artist proposals, and support artists through all aspects of exhibition preparation, promotion, installation, and de-installation; art installation experience is required.
• Oversee general gallery maintenance and ensure proper accounting of donations, art sales, and merchandise.

Encuentritos

• Lead planning and production of the intimate backyard concert series, including artist booking, space logistics, and coordination of contractors and volunteers.

Workshops

• Help develop and grow a new workshop program, working with the Executive Director and cultural arts team to define offerings, identify facilitators, and build this program from the ground up.

Paseo Artístico

• Work alongside the Paseo Artístico Producer — who leads day-to-day operations — to ensure the program’s overall vision, quality, and success as part of the broader cultural arts calendar.

Encuentro del Canto Popular

• Support the planning and execution of Acción Latina’s largest annual fundraiser in close collaboration with the Executive Director, cultural arts team, and a dedicated group of longtime volunteers; responsibilities include artist coordination, logistics support, and volunteer coordination.

Día de Muertos, pop-ups & special events

• Coordinate Acción Latina’s participation in the annual Día de Muertos procession, periodic art pop-ups, and other special events throughout the year, including artist coordination, space logistics, and event rentals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice, community media, and cultural arts, with direct experience working with and knowledge of Latiné arts communities.
• Bachelor’s degree or minimum 6 years of relevant experience in the arts, nonprofit program management, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience managing a program budget, including basic revenue and expense tracking.
• Art installation experience required.
• Experience in communications, press writing, or media relations preferred.
• Some experience with grant research and writing a plus.

Skills and abilities

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• A collaborative team player who works openly and generously with colleagues and partner organizations — someone who sees the success of the team as their own success.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate program updates, progress, and status clearly and proactively with the team and leadership.
• Effective leadership skills that model through example and empower staff, fellows, and volunteers to do their best work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple priorities independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to adapt when faced with unexpected challenges.
• Flexible and calm under pressure, with the ability to meet deadlines without losing sight of the bigger picture.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary: $70,000/year, salaried, commensurate with experience.
• Health benefits: Medical premium coverage included.
• Time off: 13 paid federal holidays, accrued sick time, up to 15 days accrued paid time off, plus additional paid holiday time off in December.
• Professional development: Opportunities for professional development provided as budget permits.
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 40 hours/week (salaried). Gallery hours are held Thursdays and Fridays and require in-person presence. Evenings and weekends required for programming and events. One remote day per week available for administrative work.
• Travel: Occasional travel to local and out-of-state conferences and convenings as budget permits.

HOW TO APPLY Submit a cover letter and resume — including names and email addresses of two references — to hr@accionlatina.org. Application deadline: April 27, 2026. This position is open until filled. For more information about Acción Latina and its programs, visit accionlatina.org. Acción Latina is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Candidates from historically underserved ethnicities, race, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity currently living in the San Francisco Bay Area are strongly encouraged to apply.