About The ArtsCenter

The ArtsCenter is a 501(c)(3) Arts Education non-profit located in Carrboro, North Carolina which offers classes, performances, and art exhibits all year round. The ArtsCenter facilities include a 300-seat theater, classrooms, a dance studio, a 100-seat performance space, and an art gallery. The ArtsCenter is the single largest employer of artists in Orange County, and serves more than 100,000 students and citizens throughout the area.

Our Mission

The ArtsCenter exists in order to educate and inspire artistic creativity and to enrich the lives of people of all ages. The vision of The ArtsCenter is to create an educational environment that provides opportunities, inspiration and tools to people of all ages and skill levels to participate in the arts.

Our DEI Statement

The ArtsCenter believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to fulfilling our mission of educating and inspiring artistic creativity to enrich the lives of all people. We are committed to creating an atmosphere of diversity and inclusion through our focused, long-term efforts to ensure equity guides our policies, practices, and procedures. This commitment extends to our programming, allocation of funds, marketing, recruitment, and partnerships. We feel that in making this commitment, all artists will thrive and our community will flourish.

The ArtsCenter acknowledges and celebrates the unique backgrounds that each person brings to our community. We affirm that diversity, equity, and inclusion is like art in that it is constantly evolving and is created from a place of authenticity and passion. The ArtsCenter will continue to listen and engage with our staff, artists, patrons, students and neighbors to ensure that we make progress along the diversity, equity, and inclusion continuum.

Our History

The ArtsCenter, originally known as ‘ArtsSchool’ was founded in 1974 by artist Jacques Menache. Menache found inspiration for the ArtsSchool from his time living in Mexico City, where he found many multidisciplinary cultural institutes. During this time, Carrboro did not have as much of a strong artistic presence as it does today. Carrboro was seen as more of an industrial town. “There was a need in the community for cultural arts,” said Menache. Menache recognized the need for a space which could meet the needs of the artists in the community and shape the cultural climate of the town.

Menache rented a space on the second floor of present-day Armadillo Grill on Main Street in Carrboro and organized classes for students. After opening the ArtsSchool, Menache advertised drawing and painting classes in the local paper. Soon after, Menache realized that the space he rented could be used for more than just drawing and painting classes. “The room was beautiful and had wooden floors,” says Menache, “so I had the floors refinished and started teaching dance classes, doing a little performing, and then pretty soon, people wanted to do theater in the space.” In time, Menache imagined that the walls in the space were “great for a little gallery,” and he began to host art openings. Later, Menache began projecting films in the back office.

“In the first three years, ‘74-’77, we were showing movies and having little dance performances, teaching classes in several disciplines, having concerts, and it snowballed. I ended up renting the whole upstairs and started teaching more classes. I put in a little art supply store for the students who came for drawing, and built a darkroom and started teaching photography” says Menache. By 1979, the ArtsSchool had over 300 students.

In 1979, As the ArtsSchool continued to expand, Menache raised the necessary funds to relocate across the street to Carr Mill Mall. As the ArtsSchool relocated, Menache changed the name to The ArtsCenter, to reflect the growth in space and diversity of programs. As well as a strong visual arts program, the organization included space for various performance arts, concerts, films, and poetry readings.

Eventually, the owner of Carr Mill Mall passed away. When a new owner bought Carr Mill, Menache decided to relocate once again. Menache saw that the Piggly Wiggly Supermarket across the street was about to close down and inquired about renting the space. After raising the funds, he was able to secure a space in the old supermarket. This 20,000 square foot location was renovated and remains the location of The ArtsCenter today.

Some claim that The ArtsCenter contributed greatly to the artistic atmosphere in present-day Carrboro. Others claim that The ArtsCenter came at a time when there was already a catalyst for artistic growth. Some examples of this idea include the fact that big businesses and retailers were discouraged from opening in Carrboro, which contributed to a small-business and homegrown atmosphere.

Our Staff

Jenny Shultz-Thomas

Executive Director

jshultz@artscenterlive.org

Mark Bettger

Deputy Director
ext. 2, mbettger@artscenterlive.org

Wendy Smith

Development Director
ext. 8, wsmith@artscenterlive.org

Rachel Manconi

Development Associate
ext. 9, rmanconi@artscenterlive.org

Munsie Davis

Box Office Manager
ext. 1, mdavis@artscenterlive.org

Lynn Lee

Director of Marketing
llee@artscenterlive.org

Our Board

Johanna Foster

Johanna Hawfield Foster is a native North Carolinian who remained in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area after graduating from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1997. She currently serves as Senior Director of Academic Affairs at the UNC School of Medicine, and has done so since 2013 where she oversees curricular operations and special projects. Prior to her role at the medical school, she was a project manager at Wake County Government and middle school Spanish teacher at Duke School. Johanna is passionate about access to education and public service.

Johanna holds a BA in Spanish Education and Masters of Public Administration, both from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is also a board member of the UNC-Chapel Hill MPA Alumni Board at the School of Government.

Michael Frisch

Michael Frisch is an innovative and energetic leader with the proven ability to analyze businesses, services, operations, markets and growth opportunities and then introduce strategic and tactical solutions that improve competitive performance. He has spent ~35 years in the healthcare field working with dental practice management, radiology, radiation therapy and out-patient surgery companies. For the past 20 years, Michael has been part of senior and executive leader teams guiding these organizations. Additionally, during his time as an executive leader, Michael has overseen 20 acquisitions and 5 spin-offs.

Michael holds a BA in Economics from the University of Illinois and a MBA from DePaul University. For the past four years, Michael has devoted his energy to working as a pro-bono consultant with non-profits in the Triangle area. Since joining ESC three years ago, Michael’s area of focus has been organizational assessment, strategic planning, Board development and operational efficiency. Additionally, he has been a key presenter in the ESC Board Leadership Bootcamp series.

Keta Barnes

Keta is a practicing attorney specializing in civil litigation and labor law. She has been an active member of the legal community in Tennessee, and more recently the Triangle, for 18 plus years as an attorney and jurist. She currently works for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs representing its various sub-departments in the North Atlantic District. Prior to that, Keta worked as a litigation attorney in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office.

Keta is a graduate of Mercer University (Macon, Georgia) and the University of Tennessee College of Law (Knoxville) where she served as an editor of the Tennessee Law Review. She has served on various boards in Tennessee including MTSU’s Honors College Board of Visitors, the Stonecrest Hospital Board of Trustees, and the Nashville Metro Council Board of Ethics.

She recently moved to the Chapel Hill/Carrboro area where she enjoys spending time with her family including her husband J. Steven Barnes and their two daughters..

Ellen Medearis

Ellen Medearis, Vice President of Duke Health Development and Alumni Affairs (DHDAA) since 2011, has worked at Duke for more than 20 years. Prior to joining DHDAA, Medearis served in leadership positions within Duke Medicine and Duke University Development: she was Director of Major Gifts for Duke Medicine Development and Alumni Affairs, followed by Director of Major and Leadership Gifts, Executive Director, and then Associate Vice President for Duke University Development.

During her tenure at DHDAA, Medearis developed a new strategic plan for development and alumni programs, including a campaign plan and budget increases. The university-wide Duke Forward campaign was launched in September 2012, with a goal of $3.25B. The Duke Health fund raising goal of $1.2B was surpassed with $1.4B raised at the conclusion of the campaign in June 2017.

Medearis and her team have established a comprehensive faculty engagement program, a new principal gifts program, and a gift officer metrics and training program. In 2014, the DHDAA office was one of just two at the University, outside of the Health System, to conduct a culture survey in order to improve worker satisfaction and productivity. Additional surveys, along with a work culture committee, continue to be a key part of employee engagement.

DHDAA seeks to secure philanthropic support across all of Duke Health, pursuing the priorities of the Schools of Medicine and Nursing, the hospitals, clinical and basic sciences departments.

Hathaway Pendergrass

Hathaway Pendergrass, a native of Carrboro, North Carolina works at Epting and Hackney law firm in Chapel Hill. He joined the firm in September, 2012, and focuses his practice on civil litigation and criminal law. He is a proud graduate of Chapel Hill High School. After high school, he entered UNC-CH, and graduated in 2006 with a BS in Business Administration from the Kenan-Flagler Business program. He entered North Carolina Central School of Law in 2009 where he served as Editor-in-Chief of the North Carolina Central Law Review and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2012.

Hathaway is Chair of the Board of Directors for the Orange & Chatham Justice Initiatives affiliate, former President of the Orange County Rape Crisis Center Board of Directors, former President of the 15B Judicial District Bar, former Board Member of the Orange County Bar, a Teen Court Judge with Volunteers for Youth in Orange County, and volunteers as the attorney for EmPOWERment, Inc. Pendergrass previously served on the Carrboro Planning board, volunteered as the attorney for the Carrboro Farmers’ Market, and served as a volunteer in the 15B Judicial District Guardian Ad Litem program. He also enjoys running, attending Carolina sporting events, and spending time with his wife and kids.

Bruce Runberg

Bruce L Runberg was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and grew up in Bloomington, Minnesota. He attended the Naval Academy and served in the Civil Engineer Corps of the Navy for 28 years, retiring as a Captain. He then served at UNC Chapel Hill as Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Services for 24 years, retiring in 2015.

Bruce was stationed in Vietnam, Scotland, Japan, Hawaii, Washington DC, Rhode Island, and Charleston, SC. His duties included public works, design/construction contract administration, Seabee Battalions and miscellaneous facilities related services.
He served at UNC from 1992 to 2015. This was during a time of great growth when facilities doubled in square footage, primarily due to the Higher Education Bond Program.

Bruce has a BS from USNA, a MSCE from the University of Minnesota, and a MSMGT from Salve Regina in Newport, RI. He has served on the Chapel Hill Planning Board, the Community Home Trust, as President of the Chapel Hill Rotary, Project Manager for the new American Legion Post 6 Building, and is Co-Chair of the Orange County Veterans Memorial.

Rebecca Moore

Rebecca Moore is a ceramic artist living and working in Carrboro. She has been involved in education-related endeavors for many years, most recently as a college counselor for high school students. Rebecca homeschooled her children for many years (8 to be exact) and she served as head of administration for a Waldorf school in Chicago for three years. Prior to having children Rebecca worked at the University of Chicago under the head bibliographer for South Asia.

Rebecca has her BA from Michigan State University in Religious Studies and Women’s Studies, her MA from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in South Asian Studies, and an MS in Library Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Helen Kalisher

Helen Kalisher is an artist, designer and business owner living in Chapel Hill, NC. Born in the UK, she spent many years traveling independently around the world before settling in the the U.S. She is a graduate of Chelsea College of Art in London, and spent her creative career designing for clients such as Apple, Dorling Kindersley and HP before starting her own Hospitality Art company (Kalisher) alongside her late husband, Jesse. Since retiring in 2018 she has been focusing on personal art projects, parenting her two teenagers, and exploring new skills ranging from advanced SCUBA diving to search and rescue volunteering.

Emily Evens

Emily Evens is a North Carolina native who has lived in the Chapel Hill/Carrboro area for 25 years. She is a social scientist with expertise in the design and implementation in applied global health research. She works at FHI 360, an international NGO based in Durham, NC and in her work, she collaborates with national and regional governments and community stakeholders in lower- and middle- income countries to strengthen health programs through the application of research results. Her research interests include maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, infectious diseases, supporting new innovations in health service delivery, and quality improvement. She has worked in more than 25 countries throughout East, Southern and West Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.

Emily holds an BA in Anthropology and Religious Studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and masters and doctoral degrees in Public Health from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is also a board member at the North Carolina Global Health Alliance. She enjoys traveling, reading, cooking, and spending time with her husband, children, and dog.

Jackie Tanner

Mark Otter

Mark Otter, is Chief Executive Officer at Participate, Inc. Prior to founding Participate in 2019, Mark was the COO of Participate Learning, and also gained experience and expertise as a global educator teaching secondary math and science in public schools in Nova Scotia, North Carolina, Virginia, and London, England from 1998 to 2008. It was during his time in London that Mark was named the UK Visiting International Faculty Teacher of the year for 2001-02. Connect with him on Twitter @markjotter.

Michelle Bolas

Riza Jenkins

Becky Woodruff

Becky Woodruff is the Owner/Manager of the Frame & Print Shop at University Place and The Frame & Print Shop North in Timberlyne Village. In her previous employment as a therapist at UNC Hospitals, Becky was involved in multiple community events with multidisciplinary teams to include education outreach, reunions, and teaching for Burn Survivors and Rehabilitation patients. Becky was co-chair for the SECU Family House Capital Campaign and continues to assist her team The SECU House Woodruff Warriors, with monthly meals. Becky was a collegiate and US National Team Springboard/Platform diver in her youth and mid-twenties. She presently volunteers with the UNC Collegiate Diving Program as their announcer at meets and also announces at the ACC Swimming & Diving Championships. Becky started a summer league diving program 30 years ago which provides grassroots learning opportunities for children of all ages and abilities, and it continues to this day. Becky & her Husband, Bob, purchased the Frame & Print Shop 9 years ago with no retail or framing experience. Most important to Becky is costumer service, community involvement and opportunities to give back to her community. Last year she started The Artist Frame HUB which offers artists free gently used frames and supplies and also offers wholesale framing supplies to make preserving their art for shows and events affordable. She supports and donates to local art groups such Orange County and Chatham County Artist Guilds, and the Orange County Art Council.

Publications

Performance Season

ArtSchool

ArtsCamp

Annual Reports

The ArtsCenter Annual Report 2015
The ArtsCenter Annual Report 2016
The ArtsCenter Annual Report 2017
The ArtsCenter Annual Report 2018

Job Opportunities

ArtSchool Director

The ArtsCenter is seeking an ArtSchool Director

Full-time position with benefits

Salary: $45,000-$50,000

Who We Are

The ArtsCenter is a 501(c)(3) Arts Education non-profit located in Carrboro, North Carolina which offers classes, performances, and art exhibits all year round. The ArtsCenter facilities include a performance theater, classrooms and an art gallery. The ArtsCenter is the single largest employer of artists in Orange County and serves more than 35,000 students and citizens throughout the area.

Our Values and Culture

The ArtsCenter is a workplace where professionalism merges with creativity. Our mission is to create and maintain an environment where artists, art lovers and enthusiasts can bring their confidence, skills, and knowledge to build a community where kids and adults can respectfully engage in artistic exploration.

Our Ideal ArtSchool Director

Our ArtSchool Director has an affinity for art and artists and enjoys cultivating strong relationships across lines of diversity and finds innovative ways to involve new and seasoned community artists and leaders.

We are actively looking for a diverse applicant pool. LGBTQIA+ individuals, Black, Indigenous, people of color, parents, people with different abilities, veterans and folks who speak English as a second language are welcome to apply.

Our ideal applicant possesses the following skills:

A Team Player- has the temperament and skills to work collaboratively with others, in a faced-paced environment.

Creative – a problem-solver with experience in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of programs.

Analytical – capable of pulling varied pieces together in just the right way to learn from both data and observation.

Engaging – adept at relationship building virtually/ in-person, a curious listener.

Organized – capable of managing a variety of projects & timelines, with self-directed systems and smooth execution of the details.

Responsibilities:

·Model and promote a commitment of diversity, equity, and inclusion into The ArtsCenter’s education programming internally and externally.

·Build and maintain healthy working relationships with local teaching artists across a variety of disciplines. Consult on class ideas and offer general guidelines and best practices for teaching with the ArtSchool to guide their course design process.

·Initiate the call for ArtSchool course proposals 4 times a year (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)

·Collect and organize proposal information to build seasonal class menus for teenage and adult students.

·Manage the onboarding of contracted instructors by drafting/distributing/filing contracts, collecting W9s, and working with the Marketing Director to gather their promotional materials.

·Coordinate with other program leads (Youth, Performance and Gallery) to schedule classes in shared spaces during times that do not overlap with other scheduled programming.

·Work with Marketing Director to create and implement marketing strategies and promotional programs and ensure all programmatic information and availability is up to date on website.

·Build class listings in TAC’s class management platform to be displayed/sold online.

·Track class enrollment and manage the cancellation of under-enrolled classes.

·Provide support to instructors – ensure that they have access to up-to-date roster information, oversee the setting and resetting of classroom layouts, and facilitate any administrative tasks related to their classes.

·Provide support to students – answer questions about upcoming classes and ArtSchool policies. Ensure that registered students have access to up-to-date class information.

·Submit weekly instructor payroll.

·Support the administrative needs of the Ceramics Studio Coordinator and collaborate on best practices and procedures with the Ceramics Studio.

·Develop and administer the ArtSchool budget.

Minimum Requirements

· A passion for the arts

· Bachelor’s Degree or 2-5 years of experience in a related field.

· Previous Program Management

· Collaborative team player

· A high degree of emotional intelligence, self-motivation and organizational skills

· Leadership and supervisory skills

· Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management systems

This position will report to the Deputy Director and will be supported by an ArtSchool Coordinator to help manage programmatic goals.

To Apply:

Please send a resume along with a cover letter to mbettger@artscenterlive.org, -No phone calls please.

Director of Finance

The ArtsCenter is seeking a Director of Finance

Time Commitment: Full-time position with benefits

Salary: $65,000

Who We Are

The ArtsCenter is a 501(c)(3) Arts Education non-profit located in Carrboro, North Carolina which offers classes, performances, and art exhibits all year round. The ArtsCenter facilities include a performance theater, classrooms and an art gallery. The ArtsCenter is the single largest employer of artists in Orange County and serves more than 35,000 students and citizens throughout the area.

Our Values and Culture

The ArtsCenter is a workplace where professionalism merges with creativity. Our mission is to create and maintain an environment where artists, art lovers and enthusiasts can bring their confidence, skills, and knowledge to build a community where kids and adults can respectfully engage in artistic exploration.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required or 5 to 7 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities:

The Finance Director is responsible for managing all financial data and advising the organization on how to increase profit and minimize expense through prudent financial practices. This includes compliance with finance-related laws, procedures, and regulations such as tax filing and financial reporting. The position is a key part of the leadership team, providing financial analysis to support key strategic initiatives.

Finance & Accounting:

Oversee the financial operations including creating and reviewing financial policies, working with the Executive Director on the budgeting process, and regular financial analysis to support decision making and drive positive business performance.
Conduct improvement analysis of the budgeting process to help department managers better understand financial issues impacting department budgets.
Proactively work with staff, the Board and the Finance Committee to provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, and financial trends in order to assist in the performance of responsibilities to coincide with the short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
Process all operating expenses, instructor pay, contractor pay, staff payroll (full-time & part-time the 15th and end of each month).
Prepare cash on hand/safe and settlement checks for all shows/special events.
Process and deposit all donations, payments including transactions, annual and major gifts, cash transfers and vendor invoices.
Facilitate the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations. Complete financial reports, lead the month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecasts.
Maintain close working relationship with banks and other financial institutions supporting the ArtsCenter and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position.
Be an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the organization may enter.
Understand and calculate the risks involved in the financial and programmatic activities of the organization.
Be the staff liaison for the annual accounting audit and preparation of IRS form 990.
Support, advise and participate in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice organizational initiatives.

Human Resources

Manage available and used PTO deductions for full-time staff
Coordinate benefit plan enrollment, participation, and the annual renewal process and compile and maintain records for benefit administration
Participate in establishing compensation plans for new hires.

Attributes:

Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
Professionalism in handling confidential information.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team.
Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office and Quickbooks accounting software.
Proven knowledge of financial analysis and strategy.

To Apply:

Please send a resume along with a cover letter to mbettger@artscenterlive.org, -No phone calls please.

Makerspace Coordinator

The ArtsCenter is seeking a Makerspace Coordinator

The Opportunity:

The ArtsCenter’s makerspaces (MXS) will house a variety of equipment including electronics, laser cutter, engravers, vinyl/ leather cutters, embroidery machine, sewing machines, 3D printers, computers for design and more. The MXS will be open to the public through memberships to encourage small-scale production by area entrepreneurs. The makerspace (MXS) coordinator will manage all spaces and equipment requiring strong office management and technical writing skills including creating effective schedules and developing operations manuals. The successful candidate will feel comfortable recruiting and working with a diverse group of makers, equipment vendors, technicians, artists and volunteers of all ages. This will be full time at 40 hours a week and $45,000 annually. Requires weekend availability.

The tasks below describe the general nature and level of work performed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Maintain a creative and safe work environment for TAC MXS. Provide training and assistance to students, teachers, and TAC MXS members in the safe use and handling of equipment and materials
Supervise students, instructors, and external users of TAC MXS and provide them with technical assistance when needed
Prepare TAC MXS procedures manuals, membership guidelines/handbooks, and coordinate/assist in preparation and updating of equipment operations manuals
Oversee, track, and arrange for maintenance of equipment. Estimate, track, and order the type and quantity of supplies and materials needed and used for program activities in TAC MXS
Manage memberships including scheduling and tracking TAC MXS classes and attendees
Process and record membership payments and purchases of supplies
Manage TAC MXS budget
Work with ArtSchool and Education Directors to recruit, hire, and train student workers, maker teachers, and volunteers
Work with TAC Gallery & Special Events Coordinator to plan monthly collaborative art displays
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment in all labs
Maintain computerized inventory of supplies and materials; maintain adequate stock levels; 1
Schedule and assist in managing TAC MXS community forum
Work with TAC Director of Marketing to plan for promotion of TAC MXS
Teach Makerspaces (For Beginners, Advanced, Customized) classes in labs; provide education tours and presentations for groups
The MXS coordinator shall be hired and supervised by the Deputy Director.

The ArtsCenter is a 501(c)(3) Arts Education non-profit located in Carrboro, North Carolina which offers classes, performances, and art exhibits all year round. The ArtsCenter facilities include a performance theater, classrooms and studios, and an art gallery. The ArtsCenter is the single largest employer of artists in Orange County.

Our Values and Culture

Our Ideal Makerspace Coordinator has an interest in art and enjoys cultivating strong relationships internally and externally. They are engaging, inquisitive, organized and collaborative.

We are actively looking for a diverse applicant pool. LGBTQIA+ individuals, Black, Indigenous, people of color, veterans and folks who speak English as a second language are welcome to apply.

Our applicant possesses the following skills:

A team player- has the temperament and communication skills to work collaboratively with others, in a faced-paced environment.
Attention to detail – developing operation and safety procedures, managing a budget, process improvement.
Analytical – capable of pulling varied pieces together in just the right way to learn from both data and observation, proficiency with MS Office applications and versed in digital modeling and fabrication design.
Engaging – adept at creating rapport, strong customer service and communication skills
Organized – capable of managing a variety of tasks & timelines.

Requirements:

● Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology/Design or related years of relevant experience.
● Strong organizational skills.
● Analytical Skills.
● Excellent writing and communication skills.
● Collaborative team player.

To Apply:

Please send a resume along with a cover letter to mbettger@artscenterlive.org, -No phone calls please.

Volunteer

For information on how to volunteer at The ArtsCenter, email info@artscenterlive.org

Social Media Internship (unpaid)

The ArtsCenter is a 501(c)(3) Arts Education non-profit located in Carrboro, North Carolina which offers classes, performances, and art exhibits all year round. The ArtsCenter facilities include a 250-seat theater, classrooms and studios, a 100-seat performance space, and an art gallery. The ArtsCenter is the single largest employer of artists in Orange County and serves more than 35,000 students and citizens throughout the area.

Qualifications

•The most beneficial skills for The ArtsCenter social media intern should be strong writing and communication skills, the ability to perform meticulous tasks, as well as an eye for design

•Strong interest in social media and content creation

•Excellent written and organizational skills

•Comfortable with phone or DSLR photography

•Experience with the graphic design platform Canva (samples will be requested)

•Professional experience with marketing on major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn)

•Strong interest in issues impacting the arts and arts education

•Comfort with communicating (telephone, video, and email)

•Excellent customer engagement and service skills

•Skilled in research for social media

•Strong organizational skills

•The ideal marketing candidate can manage priorities among many different tasks and projects, be creative in their work, and have an earnest interest in working with a close team

Responsibilities

•This potion will report to the Director of Marketing throughout its duration

•The ArtsCenter’s overarching goal is to enlist and mobilize 1 million arts advocates as members

•Manage social media outlets, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

•Create a social media calendar and tactical plan to increase engagement throughout the contract

•Brainstorm ideas to increase social media following on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter

•Research other social media outlets for The ArtsCenter to use

•Create engaging social media posts, blogs, pictures, or videos

•Update the department weekly on the increase in followers and other metrics

•Help create graphics for social media

•Conduct research for the organization

•Outreach and develop relationships with local art and patron communities

•DEI, Field Research, Social Media Expansion, etc

Our Values and Culture

Visitor Info & Accessibility

Box Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 9am – 9pm except during showtimes
Saturday: 10am – 5pm

The ArtsCenter is closed for the following Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & the day after, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, we observe it the previous Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, we observe it the following Monday.

Tickets to performances and classes are available at the Box Office during Box Office hours in person or by phone, (919) 929-2787, extension 0. Tickets to performances, classes and camp registration are available online any time. (Sales tax and a handling fee are assessed per ticket; these fees are the same regardless of purchase method.)

Student and Senior (62+) pricing are available for select events, but these tickets must be purchased in person at the Box Office with appropriate ID.

Click here for complete Terms and Conditions >

Accessibility

The ArtsCenter is committed to embracing the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974 in order to make access and inclusion in the arts an everyday practice in our facility. Upon request, The ArtsCenter will provide accommodation towards individuals with disabilities, ensuring an optimal experience for all visitors.

Parking

Plenty of parking is available! You may park directly in front of the ArtsCenter or in the new parking deck directly (to the east) behind the Hampton Inn. The lot and deck are free with unlimited time restrictions on weeknights after 5:30pm and all day on the weekends. Monday through Friday the lot and deck, while still free, are restricted to 3 hour limits between the hours of 8am – 5:30pm. If you are visiting The ArtsCenter and plan on staying for more than 3 hours, you may pick up a temporary parking pass from our box office attendant.

Click here for a map of public parking in Carrboro >

Rent The ArtsCenter

The ArtsCenter’s theaters, studios/classrooms, and gallery are available for your event.

We offer a variety of venue options that cater to nearly any type of function including, but not limited to: concerts, theater events, dances, video & photo shoots, birthday parties, graduation ceremonies, business/organizational meetings, movie premieres, seminars, rehearsals, memorial services, galas, university functions…you name it! We invite you to let us assist in making your function the best it can be.

Please contact Tracy Francis at tfrancis@artscenterlive.org for information regarding rates and availability.

FAQ/General Information for Venue Rentals

Which venues does The ArtsCenter rent?

The ArtsCenter rents The Earl and Rhoda Wynn Theater, The West End Theater, The Nicholson Gallery, and four separate studio/classroom spaces.

What are the specs for each of The ArtsCenter’s venues?

Tech specs can be found below this FAQ. Studios/classrooms vary in size and shape and can accommodate 8-15 people each, depending on the way they are set up.

How do I inquire about a venue’s availability?

Please contact our Production Manager Tracy Francis at tfrancis@artscenterlive.org for information regarding venue rates and availability.

What kinds of events can The ArtsCenter accommodate?

We offer a variety of venue options that cater to nearly any type of function including, but not limited to, concerts, theater events, video & photo shoots, birthday parties, graduation ceremonies, business/ organizational meetings, movie premieres, seminars, rehearsals, memorial services, galas, dances, and university functions.

How far in advance does The ArtsCenter book its venues?

We recommend starting the booking process at least three months in advance. We require a minimum of two weeks’ notice for rentals.

What is The ArtsCenter’s policy on holding or reserving dates?

The ArtsCenter requires a nonrefundable deposit equivalent to half of the total rental fee along with a signed rental contract and a certificate of insurance (COI) to hold or reserve a date. As a courtesy, The ArtsCenter may issue a “soft hold” on an available date while the initial discussions about a potential rental take place, but a soft hold does not guarantee the venue’s availability.

How much will my rental cost?

The total rental fee for an event is calculated based on the access hours in each venue (access hours include the time necessary for load-in, set up, program, and clean up) multiplied by that venue’s hourly rental rate; a standard staffing fee; and any applicable fees from our menu of optional services. In most cases, we require a refundable cleaning deposit to be submitted with each rental contract.

Costs will be calculated on a case-by-case basis after you contact The ArtsCenter’s Production Manager Tracy Francis at tfrancis@artscenterlive.org, to discuss availability.

What are the various venues’ base rates?

Earl and Rhoda Wynn Theater: $115/hr
West End Theater: $95/hr
Nicholson Gallery: $95/hr
Classrooms and studios: $55/hr

+$15/hr staffing fee

Inquire about discounts for certified nonprofit organizations with a current 501(c)(3) status.

How does payment work?

Once the rental date(s), access times, and the total rental fee are established, a rental contract is issued detailing the agreement and The ArtsCenter’s rental policies. A nonrefundable deposit equivalent to 50% of the total rental fee is due with the signed rental contract, a certificate of insurance (COI), and a cleaning deposit*. Once these items are collected, the date(s) will be held for the rental.

The remaining 50% of the total rental fee is due on the day of the rental. (If a rental includes a contiguous range of dates, the remaining percentage of the total rental fee is due on the first day of that range. If a rental includes isolated dates across a span of multiple weeks or months, a payment plan for that interval will be established in the rental contract.)

The ArtsCenter can process rental payments by check (made payable to The ArtsCenter), credit card, or cash.

*In most cases, a refundable cleaning deposit will be assessed for each rental. We ask that a separate check (made out to The ArtsCenter) is submitted for this deposit. The cleaning deposit check will be held and deposited only if The ArtsCenter must clean the venue after the event.

What is the “certificate of insurance” (COI) required with the contract and deposit?

We need a certificate serving as proof of liability insurance with The ArtsCenter named as “additional insured” on that policy. You can obtain this certificate from your insurance provider; usually it only involves a quick phone call.

Once a contract is in place, can I extend the access hours for my rental if I decide I need more time?

No. The rental access period begins and ends at the times agreed upon in advance and designated in the rental contract. Staffing and scheduling decisions are based on the contracted rental access period, so it is important to adhere to the hours specified in advance. Adherence to the contracted rental access period helps keep our rental fees consistent and fair for all renters. When planning your event, please keep in mind that your rental access period must include all time necessary for load-in, set up, program, and clean up.

Does The ArtsCenter provide an event planner?

No. Renters are responsible for planning their events and/or securing assistance from an outside event planner. While The ArtsCenter is happy to help renters realize their plans, we cannot take on a conceptual role in that process.

What is the staffing/personnel fee for?

The staffing/personnel fee covers the costs required to keep the building open during an event. It may include a Box Office Associate and/or a House Manager. While ArtsCenter staff can help advise and coordinate set up on the day of an event, renters should plan to execute their own set up and clean up.

What optional services are available?

Optional services include the following:

AV (sound/light) technician: $125 flat fee (covers up to 5 hours)
Ticketing/event listing: $100 flat fee
Baldwin grand piano backline rental (Wynn Theater only): $150 flat fee
Piano tuning prior to your event (Wynn Theater only): $150 flat fee
Projector rental: $30 flat fee
Bar service: $15/hour*

*If a renter supplies outside alcohol, a $175 corkage fee is assessed in the rental contract.

What marketing and promotional resources are available through The ArtsCenter?

Renters are responsible for promoting and publicizing their own events. The “ticketing/event listing” item on the optional services menu above includes setup of an event splash page including a description of your event and a link to our online ticket vendor. Additional marketing services may be available from The ArtsCenter’s Marketing Department on a case-by-case basis depending on the Marketing Department’s work load.

Does The ArtsCenter have an exclusive contract with specific caterers and vendors?

No. The ArtsCenter does not currently have an exclusive contract with any one caterer or vendor for rental events in our venues.

Can The ArtsCenter recommend some caterers and vendors?

Yes. We can often recommend local caterers and vendors which may be suited to your event.

May I broadcast or record my event at The ArtsCenter?

We ask that renters inform us in advance if their event will produce broadcast, audio, or visual recordings made at The ArtsCenter. The ArtsCenter should be acknowledged in all credits as “The ArtsCenter, Carrboro, NC.”

May I use The ArtsCenter’s tables and chairs in my event setup?

Yes. Renters are welcome to use The ArtsCenter’s tables and chairs for their event. The ArtsCenter has banquet-style folding tables and some smaller café tables, all of which are available depending on programming elsewhere in the building. We recommend that renters supply their own tablecloths. All furniture should be returned to its original configuration at the end of an event as a part of the cleanup process.

Do your venues have WiFi access?

The ArtsCenter has a free public WiFi network which is accessible throughout most of the building. The WiFi network can be accessed from the two theaters, the gallery, and two of the four studio/classroom spaces.

Where are The ArtsCenter’s venues located?

All our venues are in the same building in downtown Carrboro, NC. Our address is 300-G East Main St, Carrboro NC 27510.

Is parking available?

Yes. The Town of Carrboro supplies public parking in a variety of locations convenient to The ArtsCenter, including the first two floors of a parking deck adjacent to and behind the building, and in a lot at the end of the block to the west. In addition, there is a parking lot with hourly parking spaces directly in front of the 300-G East Main complex.

The Wynn Theater

A view of the stage of the Wynn Theatre from the audience

The Earl & Rhoda Wynn Theater is a 300 seat theatre. It features a 32’x28′ stage, triangular 40’x30′ dance floor, full P.A., stage lighting and a permanently mounted 12×12′ film screen with projector. This venue is ideal for large scale events and meetings.

The West End Theater

A performance in The ArtsCenter's West End Theatre

The West End Theater is a 105 seat (max) room complete with a 15’x15’ stage, P.A., stage lighting, film screen with projector, and an available kitchen.

The Nicholson Gallery

The Nicholson Gallery is the perfect reception area to accommodate any function. The high ceiling, sky lighting, and artwork adorning the walls add to the allure of the space.