Director of Communications
The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation is seeking the next Director of Communications to lead all messaging, public relations, communications for a new world-class Sarasota Performing Arts Center in a public-private partnership with the city of Sarasota and in collaboration with the Bay Park Conservancy and Van Wezel Hall. The next Director of Communications will become an essential team member at this pivotal time in the cultural life of Sarasota, providing leadership in engaging the public – from civic leaders to elected officials, arts patrons to business leaders – in support of this exciting new community treasure.
The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation emerged from the community's long-standing commitment to cultural excellence and performing arts in the Gulf Coast region. Building upon Sarasota's rich artistic heritage, which has included decades of renowned performances at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, the Foundation was established to help shepherd the next generation of performing arts in the region. Working in close partnership with the Van Wezel Foundation and the City of Sarasota, the organization is advancing the vision and planning for a new performing arts center designed by Renzo Piano Workshop as part of The Bay Park project. The Foundation's mission extends beyond just creating a new venue – it encompasses fostering educational opportunities, expanding access to the arts, creating accessible community arts spaces, and ensuring Sarasota continues to be a premier destination for world-class performances and cultural experiences.
The search is being led by TOCG’s Vice President of Executive Search, Cynthia Fuhrman, and Search Consultant, Tomi Douglas in consultation with and support from the TOCG search team.
For best consideration, please apply by November 30, 2024. Click below for the full description and the online application.
Note to Applicants:
All applications must be submitted through the application portal linked above, as we do not accept resumes or cover letters via email. Rest assured, a real human reviews every application we receive, and your application decision is not at the whim of AI or keyword filters. We seriously consider and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. While it may take a few weeks as we process and evaluate submissions, all applicants should expect follow-up regarding the status of their submissions. Due to the volume of applications, we are not able to offer detailed individualized feedback at this time. Thank you.
