Programming Manager

Job Details

Job Location: Becket, MA 01223Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 Salary  TITLE: Programming Manager STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt, Year-Round LOCATION: In-Person, Onsite Work Required in Becket, Massachusetts START: January 2026 COMPENSATION: Grade 3: $52,000-$62,000 BENEFITS: Health and dental insurance, FSA, 403b matching contribution, paid time off, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, and potential short-term housing options may be available. SUMMER ONLY: Three meals a day, free access to classes, performances, talks, and studio usage REPORTS TO: Producing Director DEPARTMENT: Programming Department  WORKS WITH: Full-Time and Festival Staff, Archives, Community Engagement and The School, Visiting Artists & Guests, Finance  SUPERVISES: Seasonal Staff, Fellows, Interns, Drivers SCHEDULE: September–May: Five (5) day work week  June–August: Six (6) day work week (1 comp day for every 6-day work week during the Festival)   POSITION OVERVIEW Jacob’s Pillow seeks an experienced, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative Programming Manager to join the Programming Department. Reporting directly to the Producing Director, this role is the execution hub for all program logistics and operations, ensuring exceptional support for Pillow Lab residencies, The School, Archives, Community Engagement, and Public Programs. The ideal candidate will combine strong skills in logistics, hospitality, company management, event production, and administration to deliver an outstanding experience for artists, curators, faculty, scholars, staff, interns, and guests. This position plays a key support role in advancing the organization’s artistic and community programming vision while fostering efficient day-to-day operations and a culture of inclusion, care, and excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES Artist, Scholar, and Guest Management

• Oversee logistics for all artists, scholars, curators, and guests for Pillow Lab residencies, Exhibits, Audience Engagement public programs, Community Engagement initiatives, and The School.
• Manage all logistics including contracting, onboarding, housing, transportation, meals, and wellness support to ensure a welcoming, inclusive experience.
• Serve as the primary contact for designated artists and guests throughout their engagement, facilitating communication and addressing logistical or hospitality needs.
• Collaborate with HR to issue contracts and coordinate onboarding, including cultural competency training.

Operational Oversight

• Manage all on-site and off-site housing booking, maintaining strong relationships with local hotels and rental providers.
• Supervise transportation operations, including driver hiring and supervision, vehicle rentals, and transportation booking for artists, staff, interns, and guests.
• Coordinate summer meal logistics with the on-campus cafeteria and arrange off-site catering as