Cultural Arts and Events Manager

Goodwin Living•Falls Church, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cultural Arts & Events Manager is responsible for designing and delivering a dynamic, high-quality cultural arts and events program that enriches the lives of older adults. This role curates elevated experiences, including live performances, concert and theatre collaborations, and community partnerships, while aligning all programming with the Six Dimensions of Wellness: Emotional, Social, Physical, Intellectual, Spiritual, and Communal. This position blends creative vision with operational excellence to foster a vibrant cultural environment supporting lifelong learning, meaningful engagement, and holistic well-being. The role oversees a comprehensive activities program, including the planning and execution of special events, community excursions, and cultural experiences. Responsibilities also include digital signage management, collaboration with residents on programming, and strong interdepartmental coordination. The position maintains budgetary oversight and compliance, while handling day-to-day administrative duties in support of residents and the Life Enrichment team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Event Management, Recreation Therapy, or related field (Master’s preferred).
3–7+ years of experience in cultural programming, performing arts management, or event leadership (experience in senior living or hospitality strongly preferred).
Demonstrated experience building partnerships with arts organizations and booking professional talent.
Strong understanding of wellness-centered programming, especially for older adults.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and creative skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Must have advanced computer and technical skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Arts Administration, Event Management, Recreation Therapy, or related field.
Experience in senior living or hospitality.

Responsibilities

Designs and coordinates a comprehensive calendar of Cultural Arts programming and events, including live music, theatre, dance, guest speakers, and visual arts.
Organizes resident receptions, supports local excursions, and educational programs/classes.
Assists residents in planning and promoting resident-led activities.
Develops and executes a dynamic schedule of cultural arts experiences that enrich community engagement and participation.
Assists with developing budget for overall activities program; Monitors expenditures for compliance with budgetary guidelines.
Designs, maintains, and updates GHBC digital signage.
Supervision of Creative Arts Coordinator and support of Arts Center operations.
Coordinates planned community outings independently and in collaboration with the GHBC excursions committee including scheduling transportation, and ticket arrangements, accompanying residents on trips, management of digital signups for all Life Enrichment trips using Microsoft Forms
Solicits and responds to residents’ requests for activities, workshops, and special events.
Oversees program arrangements to ensure room, audiovisual, and other needed or requested equipment is reserved and in proper working order.
Develops and posts event information via flyers, newsletter, and activities calendar in order to encourage interest and participation from residents.
Contributes program information to the editor of the weekly newsletter in a timely fashion.
Assists and/or works with other staff members on projects by coordinating the use of facilities and resources.
Monitors activity supplies and equipment to ensure adequate availability as needed and proper functioning of equipment.