ARTS & CULTURE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
A career in the arts is closer than you think. ASI regularly works with arts organizations both big and small in the Western New York area and has compiled this list with the most pertinent career opportunities. This list is constantly being updated so check back frequently.
NOTE: If you have specific questions regarding a listed career opportunity outside of Arts Services Inc., please directly contact the organization. If you are an arts and cultural organization and have a career opportunity available, please submit your information to [email protected] and we would be glad to add it to our listing.
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POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Executive Assistant (EA) serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders for executive leadership at the aquarium. The EA will function as a key partner and extension of the executive team by anticipating needs and proactively addressing issues, with appropriate but minimal direction and an emphasis on sound judgment, initiative, and confidentiality. The EA will support the executive team’s portfolio of activities by vetting internal and external requests, directing assignments to appropriate staff, facilitating correspondence, and managing the executives’ budget, schedule, and travel. This position will serve as the executive team’s ambassador in dealing with key stakeholders and will assist in building and strengthening relationships with donors and donor prospects through detailed stewardship, events, and personal interactions. The EA must be able to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced, time-sensitive and constantly changing environment.
Salary Range: $23.00 – $26.00 per hour
Posted: February 21, 2025
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Guest Experience Supervisor, this position shall provide a primary role in the operations and functions of the Sales Department of the Aquarium, with final authority in such matters remaining with the President/CEO.
The Seasonal Guest Experience Liaison’s primary objective and responsibility is to provide world-class customer service to Aquarium visitors and members. The Liaison will also be responsible for the oversight of guest safety and will serve as front-line and initial contact for questions and inquiries.
Salary Range: $16.00 / hour
Posted: April 11, 2025
ABOUT ASSEMBLY HOUSE 150
Assembly House 150 (AH150) is an innovative nonprofit art, design, and construction studio and incubator in Buffalo, NY. With artist and founder Dennis Maher, the organization is transforming a formerly abandoned 1860’s era church into a “living museum for the construction arts”. The vision for this site, re-named Assembly House, is to create an architectural dreamworld where people can learn trades skills and be in touch with tools and materials. Teams of apprentices and students work with tradespeople, designers, architects, and educators to build the church into a cultural destination and create uniquely designed environments for other sites. Projects are realized while providing educational opportunities in architecture, design, and construction.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Assembly House 150 seeks a mission-driven individual for a newly created role as Development and Engagement Manager. This position will work directly for the Artist Director in making The Assembly House vision come to life, as well as helping facilitate long-term strategic goals. This includes playing an instrumental role in helping the organization maintain and sustain its endeavors in workforce development/skills training and the visionary transformation of the church, while increasing engagement and support networks as we pivot into future projected plans over the next 5 years.
Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000
Posted: March 18, 2025
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Assistant Camp Coordinator’s role is to support the BMS Interim Camp Coordinator in overseeing the Museum’s Discovery Camp programs including program implementation, managing seasonal staff, coordinating camp schedules, and ensuring the safe operation of camp programs and activities in accordance with Department of Health policies. The Assistant Camp Coordinator provides support for Museum Discovery Camp seasonal staff and campers enrolled in the Museum’s Summer Discovery Camp programs. The Assistant Camp Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Interim Camp Coordinator, Facilitators of Learning, and other counselors to provide memorable and engaging experiences and a safe and fun summer for all campers.
This position requires a friendly and positive individual who is energized by supporting a team of ten camp staff and enjoys working with children ages 3 – 14. The ability to be adaptable, proactive, and problem-solve is key along with leadership skills. To maintain a safe environment, the BMS Assistant Camp Coordinator is responsible for familiarizing themselves with the Museum’s Department of Health Camp Safety Plan and adhering to the Department of Health Children’s Camp and other camp guidelines at all times.
This is a seasonal, temporary position that will be regularly scheduled to work up to 37.5 hours per week beginning Wednesday, June 25, 2025 and end no later than Friday, August 29, 2025. Candidates must be available to attend mandatory training on Friday, June 13 and Friday, June 20 from 9a.m. – 4p.m. Preference will be given to candidates who are available to work all nine weeks of camp. This season’s camp dates and themes can be found on the Museum’s website at sciencebuff.org/programs/discovery-camps/.
Salary Range: $19.00 per hour.
Posted: April 11, 2025
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Discovery Camp Counselors provide oversight of campers enrolled in the Buffalo Museum of Science’s Summer Discovery Camp programs. Counselors will work collaboratively with the Camp Director, Facilitators of Learning, Volunteers, and other Counselors to provide memorable and engaging experiences and a safe and fun summer for all campers. This position requires a friendly and positive individual who is energized by working with children ages 3 – 10. Ideal candidates will possess an interest in nature and enjoy being outdoors. The ability to be adaptable, proactive, and to problem-solve is also key. To maintain a safe environment, the Discovery Camp Counselors will understand and adhere to the Department of Health Children’s Camp and other camp guidelines at all times.
This is a seasonal, temporary position that will be regularly scheduled to work up to 37.5 hours per week beginning Monday, June 30, 2025 and end no later than Friday, August 29, 2025. Candidates must be available to attend mandatory training on Friday, June 13 and Friday, June 20 from 9a.m. – 4p.m. Preference will be given to candidates who are available to work all nine weeks of camp. This season’s camp dates and themes can be found on the Museum’s website at sciencebuff.org/programs/discovery-camps/.
Salary Range: $17.00 per hour
Posted: April 11, 2025
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The BMS Interim Camp Coordinator oversees the Museum’s summer Discovery Camp programs including program implementation, managing seasonal staff, coordinating camp schedules, and ensuring the safe operation of camp programs and activities in accordance with Department of Health policies. The intent of the position is to cover a planned leave of absence of the BMS Camp Coordinator during the 2025 summer Discovery Camp season. The BMS Interim Camp Coordinator will work collaboratively with the BMS Camp Coordinator (prior to their leave and upon their return) and other staff to provide memorable and engaging experiences and a safe and fun summer for all campers.
This position requires a friendly and positive individual who is energized by leading a team of ten camp staff and enjoys working with children ages 3 – 14. The ability to be adaptable, proactive, and problem-solve is key along with management and leadership skills. To maintain a safe environment, the BMS Interim Camp Coordinator is responsible for familiarizing themselves with the Museum’s Department of Health Camp Safety Plan and adhering to the Department of Health Children’s Camp and other camp guidelines at all times.
This is a temporary position that will begin on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 and end no later than Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The candidate will be regularly scheduled up to 37.5 hours per week for the duration of the role. This season’s camp dates and themes can be found on the Museum’s website at sciencebuff.org/programs/discovery-camps/.
Salary Range: $20.00 per hour.
Posted: April 11, 2025
The Buffalo Society of Natural Sciences (Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve) is looking for a full-time Senior Accountant who will work under the supervision of the Vice President of Finance & Administration and be responsible for maintenance of the general ledger, execution of the budget, and annual audit administration.
This position requires a thorough knowledge of all aspects of the Museum’s business office functions, museum department work processes, and works with a minimum amount of supervision. This position acts as a trusted resource to leadership, and acts with total discretion and professionalism at all times. This position also requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of Blackbaud’s Altru donor and contributions module for the recording of detailed revenue transactions from Altru into Financial Edge revenue chart of accounts and monthly reconciliation.
The successful candidate will be paid in the range of $60-65,000/year, and will receive excellent benefits including paid time off, health insurance, 401K with company match, paid holidays and more. This position requires in-office work and will not be eligible for a remote working arrangement.
Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 / year
Posted: April 11, 2025
he Master Property Manager (MPM) works directly with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) Operations team and Kleinhans Music Hall (KMH) Management in advancing and executing production needs for all rehearsals/concerts of the BPO and KMH.
Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000
Posted: March 2025
development and membership department’s financial processing, recording and documentation activities. Additional duties include administrative/clerical functions, providing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship assistance to members of the Advancement Team.
Salary: $22-23 / hour, full time, non-exempt
Posted: March 28, 2025
Basic Purpose and Responsibilities
The Director of Conservation Education and Learning Engagement at the Buffalo Zoo is responsible for overseeing and developing comprehensive educational programs that promote environmental awareness and conservation practices, leading and managing staff, coordinating onsite/outreach initiatives, and engaging varied audiences to inspire action towards protecting wildlife and natural ecosystems. The ideal candidate will possess the skills and experience to lead a creative education department into the future – emphasizing the development and implementation of innovative conservation education programming, interactive exhibit elements, and engaging experiences in order to achieve the Buffalo Zoo’s mission. We seek someone who understands that they are not just leading a department, but are engaged in how education shows up in every aspect of the Zoo. The right person has excellent team leadership and communication skills as well as extensive knowledge of multiple learning systems. This individual will work closely with Zoo leadership on continuing to develop and implement a bright future for the Buffalo Zoo. This position reports directly to the President & CEO and is a member of the Buffalo Zoo’s leadership team of department directors.
Salary Range: $65,000-$73,000
Posted: March 16, 2025
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Education Assistants rotate through various locations in the Buffalo Zoo, interacting with guests in fun, educational experiences – such as interpretive talks in front of animal habitats and public encounters with education animal ambassadors (reptiles, insects, birds, small mammals); Heritage Farm and Goat Island animal contact areas; mini show experiences; and other education projects.
Salary Range: $15.50 per hour
Posted: February 21, 2025
The Staff Accountant (SA) is responsible for supporting the accounting functions of the Burchfield Penney Art Center (Center) including data input to the accounting system, reconciliation of subsystems, calculation of expenses, special projects and analyses, and acting as backup for the Accounts Payable Accountant. This includes following operational accounting controls that support the Center’s accounting and maintaining the accounting entry process to keep accurate records and allow for timely reconciliation of all general ledger accounts and internal and /or external reporting of financial information.
The SA works independently with supervision from the Director of Finance and will work with all departments on finance and budget related inquiries and may interact with internal and external partners and external auditors.
Department: Administration
Supervisor: Director of Finance
Position Type: Part-Time (15-20 hours per week), non-exempt
Salary Range: $22.00–30.00 per hour
Background Check: Required
Posted: March 27, 2025
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Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit, 750-acre community on Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State, where approximately 7,500 persons are in residence on any day during a nine-week season, and a total of more than 100,000 attend scheduled public events.
Chautauqua is dedicated to the exploration of the best in human values and the enrichment of life through a program that explores the important religious, social and political issues of our times; stimulates provocative, thoughtful involvement of individuals and families in creative response to such issues; and promotes excellence and creativity in the appreciation, performance and teaching of the arts.
The Vice President of Marketing and Visitor Services will provide leadership and management of a variety of public-facing departments and overall strategy for marketing the Museum’s many offerings. This position will play a key role, with the President & CEO and senior leadership team, in providing financial sustainability to the Museum by building awareness of all programs through consistent and innovative communications, delivering outstanding customer service, and ultimately increasing earned revenue.
The Vice President will develop and implement a marketing strategy across all communications channels to drive awareness and audience development. They will also provide leadership and management for all retail operations. The Vice President will be a creative thinker and will collaborate with other departments, including Programming, Interpretation, Education, and Development to expand brand awareness, increase attendance, and enhance community engagement while ensuring a high-quality visitor experience.
Position Summary:
The House Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of front of the house management and administration including the box office, concessions, bar area and volunteers.
This position will also oversee part-time Palace staff. The House Manager will be responsible for the safety and operations of all Palace shows, rentals and events. Other special events may be assigned. This position will require schedule flexibility.
Salary: $18 – $22 hourly
Infinity is a place where creative growth is cultivated and nurtured by a networked team of dedicated adult mentors, community supporters, and area music and arts professionals. Infinity programming is offered in a wide variety of arts disciplines including music, art, theater, dance, literature, digital and audio production, photography, sound technology, and filmmaking.
We are always accepting applications from qualified candidates. Submitted resumes are also reviewed prior to advertising new positions. Professional music or arts training, performance experience in a professional setting, music, arts, or education-related degrees and experience working with children in an educational or mentorship environment are all sought after qualities.
Infinity is currently seeking Private Lesson and Group Class Instructors in the following areas:
- Voice
- Piano
- Ukulele
- Saxophone
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Cello
- Infinite Exploration (introducing multiple instruments and art forms to beginner level students)
Deadline: Applications accepted on a rolling basis
Momentum Choir Inc. is seeking a dedicated and organized Administrative Assistant to support the choir’s non-musical operations and management. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with experience working with individuals with disabilities and a background in arts administration.
Salary: $3,000 per year ($1,500 per semester: fall and spring)
Posted: March 27, 2025
Panelists play a significant role in reviewing applications for funding. The NEA relies on panels composed of individuals who represent a broad range of artistic and cultural viewpoints to provide advice about the artistic excellence and artistic merit of proposals submitted to dance.
Most panelists are arts professionals who are qualified by their activities, training, skills, and/or experience in one or more art forms. Every panel also includes a layperson – someone knowledgeable about the arts but not engaged in the arts as a profession either full- or part-time. Often, lay panelists are board members, donors, or other stakeholders in your organizations — if you have any potential laypeople in your orbit, please send them our way!
Posted: March 27, 2025
Located in the rehabilitated and historic 1844 Seneca Knitting Mill in Seneca Falls, NY, the Hall is poised to continue its tradition of growth, outreach, and impact. The Hall’s building offers numerous opportunities for programming, community outreach, and new exhibits. An ambitious, forward-looking strategic plan marks the path forward. Small but mighty, the Hall has an annual budget of just over a million dollars and a board of directors committed to its growth on the national stage.
The new Executive Director will provide leadership, vision and direction to the Hall by setting its operational and cultural tone, coordinating with the Board on long-term planning and direction, implementing board policies, directing business and operational functions, and fostering resource development and membership growth.
Major functional areas include Organizational Leadership, Financial Management & Resource Development, Induction (odd-numbered years), Community Relations & Organizational Advocacy.
Salary Range: $95,000.00 – $110,000.00 Annually
Deadline to Apply: May 2, 2025
Position Summary:
NETworks is looking for a collaborative, efficient and organized individual to support the Production Management department. Reporting to the Senior Director of Production Management, and in collaboration with the Production Team, this position will assist the team in managing the daily operations and safety elements of current tours, the warehouse, and helping to plan upcoming future projects. Additionally, the Production Coordinator will collaborate with the Senior Director of Production Management and other Production Department members to develop ongoing recruitment, hiring, training and development systems, as well as department operational procedures and processes. Success in the role requires people skills, a passion for problem solving, the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects simultaneously, attention to detail, a deep passion for theatre, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively within the organization, and with many touring crews. This position will be based in Buffalo, NY but may require significant travel throughout the year.
Salary Range: $55,000 – $65,000
Posted: April 1, 2025
Penn Dixie Fossil Park & Nature Reserve is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors. We are looking for candidates from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to contribute to strategic planning, fundraising, and program development and to further our mission of the hands-on study of natural sciences.
Salary Range: N/A (Volunteer Position)
Posted: April 16, 2025
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Roger Tory Peterson Institutes seeks a creative, entrepreneurial and highly motivated individual to lead development efforts. Working closely with the CEO, the Development Director guides all development programs, including memberships, individual giving, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, and government and foundation grants. As part of RTPI’s senior leadership team, the Development Director cultivates a culture of relationship-building and exceptional patron service throughout the organization, and also plays a pivotal role in stewarding RTPI’s overall strategic vision.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Development Director has primary responsibility for achieving the fundraising and related communications goals of RTPI, in support of its strategic goals.
- Develop and implement a robust membership and individual giving campaign
- Develop and implement a major gifts strategy, inclusive of planned gifts
- Nurture strong relationships with donors, with an emphasis on high-value individuals
- Nurture and manage a strong portfolio of corporate sponsors
- Manage membership program
- Coordinate with Programs and Events Manager to Summer Soiree
- Manage institutional fundraising, in close collaboration with CEO, Curator and other staff as required
- Collaborate with CEO to generate donor communications, newsletters, and annual report
- Support communications staff in creation of print, digital and social media content
- Serve as an ambassador for RTPI within Jamestown and the surrounding region
Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2025
Santa Maria Voice Studio is looking to recruit music/arts teachers who need a space to teach private or group lessons. Located in the Elmwood Commons, 3200 Elmwood Ave Suite 100, the beautifully renovated 500 sqft studio space has a convenient waiting area with wifi, large parking lot, and a private bathroom. Teachers are needed for weekday evening and weekend classes as the current teachers schedules are full and we have a substantial waitlist. The ideal candidate(s) would be responsible, highly self-motivated, and have experience teaching and performing their instrument of choice. The studio currently offers voice, piano, ukulele, and guitar to over 50 students and is willing to mentor young emerging teachers. Opportunities to collaborate on performances such as recitals. The space can also be rented for one-time events such as masterclasses or seminars. Check out SantaMariaVoiceStudio.com to learn more about the studio.
Contact email: [email protected]
Contact phone: 716-246-1555
Teachers would be renting the studio space by the hour or by the day at a negotiable price, starting at $25 an hour.
Posted: March 7, 2025
With the support of endowed funds, and in close coordination with the Curator of the Poetry Collection, the James Joyce Curator will play a significant role in guiding the future success of both the James Joyce Collection and the James Joyce Museum.
Salary Range: $65,000 – $80,000 a year
Posted: April 11, 2025
The Center for the Arts (CFA) at the University at Buffalo within the College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a Theatrical Head Carpenter/Fly Operator. In this role you will execute technical and safety aspects of performances and events. This position focuses on day-of-show rigging, fly operation duties, and leading crews, including touring production personnel, to ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with industry standards. The individual ensures the safety and readiness of theaters and stage equipment, following proper rigging and staging practices. You will also supervise the stage running crew, ensuring efficient and safe task completion. The role also involves mentoring students in the department of Theatre and Dance for academic productions.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing rigging and staging for events, enforcing university and industry policies, overseeing theatrical systems and equipment, ensuring venue safety, and coordinating staging.
- Provide hands-on mentorship and training to Department of Theater and Dance students in staging, rigging, rail operation, counter weight system and safe theatrical practices.
- Assist with the implementation of scenery and rigging for Dept. of Theatre and Dance academic productions
- Ensure the safety and operational readiness of stage equipment and rigging systems through routine inspections, maintenance, repairs, and installations, following safety protocols under the supervision of the Technical Director.
- Performing rigging, fly and rail operation duties, while assisting with carpentry, and construction tasks, following industry safety standards.
Salary Range: $49,300 – $53,000 a year
Posted: March 21, 2025
The Board of Directors of Writers & Books (WAB), Rochester, NY, seeks an Executive Director to provide energetic leadership in advancing the organization’s mission, values, and goals across a robust program of literary arts activities, outreach, and community service. The ideal candidate is a visionary changemaker; strategic and proven fundraiser; seasoned administrator; and confident community ambassador capable of managing complex operations, fostering collaboration and partnerships, and positioning WAB as a leader in its field.
Salary Range: $75,000 – $78,000
Posted: March 18, 2025
Behind every open call, opportunity, commission, and exhibition, there are teams of arts workers! Non-profit and arts administration is a wide ranging and interdisciplinary field, and is a great way to pursue a career while championing artistic and cultural initiatives.
Each term, WSW hosts one Nonprofit Management Intern who works directly with our Operations and Marketing staff. You will gain valuable experience in public relations, arts administration, development, and event planning by working alongside a team of established nonprofit arts professionals. You will have a window into the complex decision making that goes into planning and executing WSW’s programs, as well as the fundraising initiatives that support our work. The NPM intern plays a crucial role in carrying out WSW’s mission of supporting and serving artists.
Key Details: Fall Term
- Applications Open: February 15th
- Applications due: May 15th, 11:59pm EST
- Notification date: June
- Internship occurs: September – March
Salary: All internships include a private room in WSW’s on-campus Anne Atwood House and a stipend of $600/month.
Each term, WSW hosts a team of studio interns who work directly with the Studio Manager and Artistic Director. You’ll work on projects that may include printmaking, letterpress, papermaking, and book arts, in addition to assisting with the ongoing operations of the facility. Studio interns are crucial participants in WSW’s creative community. You’ll be asked to work hard and in return will be encouraged, supported, and challenged in your artistic lives.
Key Details: Fall Term
- Applications Open: February 15th
- Applications due: May 15th, 11:59pm EST
- Notification date: June
- Internship occurs: September – March
Salary: All internships include a private room in WSW’s on-campus Anne Atwood House and a stipend of $600/month.
Last updated: April 24, 2025
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