Executive Director

Description:

• The Executive Director (ED) will ensure there is a constant and smooth flow of communication among external partners, stakeholders, board members, and donors, and will act as a liaison among these various parties in partnership with the Artistic Director (AD)
• Be actively involved in programs, events, expansions of Festival activities and all operational services, including in-person presence during Festival season
• Under the advisement and direction of the AD, serve as a primary contact for potential partnerships and artist collaborations
• Handle contract development and, in close collaboration with the AD, oversee negotiation and fulfillment of contracts
• Maintain accurate digital records of Next Fest operations, including but not limited to: special projects, Summer Festival, Guest Artist contracts and publicity, website, tax documents, and Grant documents
• Review and approve digital marketing and publicity content produced by Digital Designer
• Develop a broad and deep knowledge of all programs to ensure impact of mission
• Conduct annual review of Strategic Plan, offering recommendations for revisions, restructuring, and future strategies to effectively support Next Fest’s mission, vision, and goals.