Director of Marketing & Communications

About the role

The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts is seeking a visionary Director of Marketing and Communications to lead its marketing, communications, ticketing, and audience development functions. This senior leader will drive revenue growth, deepen audience loyalty, and raise the institution’s brand profile across more than 150 annual performances and events.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies covering subscription and single‑ticket sales, pricing, CRM, digital engagement, advertising, and public relations.
• Oversee the box‑office operations and patron experience to maximize earned revenue.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and Development to align fundraising initiatives with cohesive messaging and audience insights.
• Lead a cross‑functional team of staff, contractors, and service providers across marketing, communications, patron services, public relations, and design.
• Monitor performance metrics, audience data, and market trends to inform strategic decisions.

Required profile

• Proven senior‑level experience in marketing, communications, and audience development, preferably within the arts or nonprofit sector.
• Demonstrated ability to generate revenue through ticketing and subscription programs.
• Strong collaborative skills and experience working with development/fundraising teams.
• Excellent leadership and team‑management capabilities.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the brand of a nationally recognized multidisciplinary arts center.
• Leadership role within a senior management team.
• Dynamic, creative work environment in a historic Beverly Hills campus.