About Us:
At The Center, we believe creativity is one of the most important human capacities we have. It is how we imagine what could be, ask better questions, solve problems, adapt to change, and create what comes next. And unlike many of the qualities we take for granted, creativity can be developed.
We’re building the first institution dedicated to doing exactly that: helping people discover, grow, and share their creativity through spaces, partnerships, and programs designed to ignite and support it.
Our work begins with children and young people, because creativity develops early and the world they will enter is changing faster than ever. But our vision is lifelong. We believe creativity belongs to everyone, from kids and teens to professionals, leaders, and late bloomers, and can be applied to every area of life and work. We use creative experiences to build the curiosity, critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, and confidence people need to navigate an increasingly complex world.
And we’re building it from the ground up.
Today, we are piloting programs, proving our model, and laying the foundation for a permanent campus in South Florida. Tomorrow, we aim to create a model that can be shared with communities across the country. South Florida is where The Center begins, not where the vision ends.
That makes this an unusual place to work. There is no playbook. We are creating one.
We’re looking for curious, capable people who are energized by big ideas, comfortable building in the unknown, and ready to bring their own creativity to the work. Whatever your role, you’ll have the opportunity to help shape an institution designed to change how people think about creativity and what it can make possible.
Job Summary:
The Center is seeking an experienced, organized, and results-driven Program Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-driven professional who can manage complex programs and events, coordinate across teams, and ensure the successful execution of assigned initiatives. This role is focused on delivering high-quality programs that align with The Center’s mission and established priorities, while tracking progress and outcomes that illustrate goals met.
As Program Manager, you will work closely with internal teams and leadership to manage a defined portfolio of programs and events, supporting operational excellence and creative impact through strong project management, partner coordination, internal communication, and follow-through. This position requires a hands-on, adaptable professional who can balance multiple priorities, communicate effectively with stakeholders and the internal team, and bring programs to life in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Program Management & Execution- Manage and directly handle the planning, coordination, and execution of programs assigned. Manage program timelines, deliverables, and day-to-day logistics for programs; operating both pre- and post-start, ensuring alignment with leadership priorities and established quality standards. This includes establishing program plans, and curricula that will meet the goal, creating the run of show for each program, creative assets to support them, and anything else tasked for successful execution of programs assigned.
- Program Operations & Budget Management- Manage program budgets for initiatives, tracking expenses and saving money where possible, monitoring resource allocation, and overall ensuring programs operate within approved financial parameters. Coordinate operational needs, vendors, and facilitators to support seamless program delivery.
- Accountability & Goal Alignment- Execute programs in alignment with leadership-established goals, priorities, and expectations. Take ownership for achieving defined program objectives, timelines, and performance benchmarks. Proactively communicate program progress, risks, and support needs, and maintain accurate, real-time updates within program management platforms and systems to ensure leadership has clear visibility into program status.
- Program Coordination & Cross-Functional Collaboration- Work closely with internal teams, including Development and Marketing, to support program implementation, promotion, and funding alignment. Collaborate with Development to assist with sponsorship fulfillment, partner coordination, and program-related grant and metric requirements as needed.
- Community Engagement & Program Partnerships- Support and maintain relationships with artists, facilitators, educators, wellness practitioners, and community partners involved in all programming. Serve as a primary point of contact for program partners and coordinate participation and logistics.
- Program Quality, Innovation & Continuous Improvement- Identify opportunities to enhance participant experience, mission effectiveness, operational efficiency, and program impact within all programs assigned. Stay informed on trends in creative confidence, workforce readiness, critical thinking and emotional vitality.
- Program Performance & Impact Tracking- Collect and manage detailed program data, participant feedback, and outcomes related to assigned program initiatives. Track performance against KPIs and leadership-defined goals, and contribute insights to support continuous improvement and reporting needs.
Education and Experience: Qualified candidates will have the following education and professional experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing programs, events, or educational initiatives in a nonprofit, creative, or youth-focused organization.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills: comfortable interacting with children, teens, parents, facilitators, partners, and vendors.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings/weekends.
- Commitment to The Center’s mission of making creativity accessible to all.
Preferred:
- Experience working with youth (ages 6-18).
- Experience in budgeting, analyzing event or program data, and financial tracking.
- Experience in corporate events, the arts, creative industries, or educational programming design.
- Knowledge of South Florida community resources, venues, and working with diverse populations.
Key Qualities and Expectations:
- Creative Leadership: Demonstrated experience in a creative leadership role, with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
- Visionary Mindset: Innovative approach to the way programming is executed. Strong conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving abilities, and a keen eye for detail.
- Professionalism & Presence: Maintains a polished, professional demeanor at all times, representing The Center with integrity and warmth. Treats guests, donors, participants, vendors, and team members with kindness and respect while supporting a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing multiple projects and deadlines
- Collaborate: Have an incredible ability to work with others with different skill sets, experience, and knowledge of programming.
What We Offer:
- Dynamic Work Environment: Join a passionate and creative team committed to making a difference through innovative design.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement.
- Impactful Projects: Be part of visionary projects that have a significant impact on our organization and the communities we serve.
- Energizing Culture: Collaborate with imaginative, driven colleagues in an environment that thrives on bold ideas, creativity, and collective energy.
- Comprehensive benefits: Feel at ease with health, vision, and dental insurances, 401(k), long- and short-term disability, and life insurance—because your well-being matters to us.
- Fun: We are an incredibly vibrant and fun team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
