Manager, Residency Programs

ABOUT US
 As L.A.'s premier performing arts destination, The Music Center convenes artists, communities and ideas with the goal of deepening the cultural lives of every resident in Los Angeles County. The $80 million non-profit performing arts organization has three divisions: TMC Arts, TMC Ops and TMC Business Services. TMC Arts, The Music Center’s programming engine, provides year-round programming inside The Music Center’s four theatres—Walt Disney Concert Hall, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum—as well as on Jerry Moss Plaza, at Gloria Molina Grand Park, and in schools and neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles County. TMC Ops manages the theatres, Jerry Moss Plaza and Gloria Molina Grand Park, which comprise $3 billion in county assets, on behalf of the County of Los Angeles. TMC Business Services includes Advancement, Human Resources, Finance, Tech Services, and Marketing and Communications. The Music Center is also home to four renowned resident companies—Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera and LA Phil.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Education, the Residency Programs Manager is a key member of The Music Center’s Education team, responsible for managing and administering arts education programs across Los Angeles County. This role leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of school- and community-based arts partnerships through the Arts Integration Partnerships Program and supports the planning and execution of the Very Special Arts Festival. The position requires strong relationship-building, program management, and collaboration skills to effectively engage educators, artists, and community stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Residency Programs

• Develop and cultivate partnerships with school districts, neighborhood sites, and community organizations to expand arts education access. 
• Lead planning meetings with school leadership, teachers, and artists to design customized, site-specific programming aligned with curricular goals. 
• Collaborate with artists and education staff to develop curriculum, instructional materials, and program logistics based on best practices in arts education. 
• Manage full program lifecycle including proposals, budgeting, scheduling, implementation, and evaluation. 
• Coordinate scheduling with schools, artists, and community partners, including navigating school bell schedules. 
• Oversee program data management, including maintaining databases, budgets, and program statistics. 
• Prepare and process contracts, documentation, invoicing, and payments; verify services and track financials. 
• Maintain consistent communication with schools, artists, and partners to ensure successful program delivery. 
• Assist with grant application materials and reporting requirements. 
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings and professional development opportunities. 
• Support recruitment and hiring of teaching artists. 

Very Special Arts Festival (VSAF)

• Support planning and execution of a large-scale, two-day annual arts festival serving up to 3,500 participants per day. 
• Coordinate logistics including event design, production timelines, vendor and artist management, contracts, catering, parking, and street closures. 
• Collaborate with internal departments (producing, operations, marketing) and external partners (e.g., LAUSD, LA County Office of Education). 
• Assist with performance scheduling, scripting, and program coordination. 
• Support outreach efforts to schools and community organizations to drive participation. 
• Assist with staffing coordination, including employees and volunteers. 

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in education, outreach, and/or arts education programming. 
• Knowledge of current arts education practices and ability to apply them to program design and implementation. 
• in a fast-paced environment. 
• Experience managing program logistics, budgets, and administrative processes. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with databases. 

Desired Skills

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with educators, artists, school districts, public agencies, and community partners. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. 

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through on tasks, projects, and reporting. 
• Commitment to excellence in arts education and ability to represent the organization’s mission effectively. 

SALARY

This full-time, non-exempt position offers a competitive hourly range of $30.00 –$38.00, along with a comprehensive total rewards package. Benefits include premium medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave; a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer contributions and matching; group term life insurance; and flexible spending accounts.

Work Schedule

Hybrid work environment with a combination of onsite, school/community site visits, and remote work. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, approximately 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility required for evenings and weekends to support programming and events. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary : $30 - $38