Careers

Our Mission

The mission of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts (BOPA) is to address the needs of the arts community through arts and cultural activities, advocacy and support; create pride by promoting Baltimore to Baltimoreans; and to use the arts and events marketing tools to promote Baltimore’s assets locally, regionally and nationally. BOPA produces festivals, special events, and promotions for Baltimore City and develops and administers funds, grant programs and community workshops. In addition, BOPA manages several historic attractions and sites in the Baltimore area. Facilities include School 33 Art Center, The Cloisters, the Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower and the Top of the World Observation Level in the World Trade Center.

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Director of Development

The Director of Development (DD) is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The Director of Development will provide the leadership, strategic vision, and day-to-day management of the development team that will enable BOPA to further its mission. The DD will be responsible for creating a development strategy that supports BOPA’s broad portfolio. The DD will directly manage a team of three including the Corporate Sponsorship Manager, Grants Manager, and the Development Administrator.

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Chief Of Staff

The Chief of Staff (COS) is a full-time, exempt position, that provides strategic administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Manages specific day-today affairs of the organization and serves as a trusted member of BOPA’s executive team. The CEO relies on the COS to troubleshoot and handle the daily needs of the company. This allows the CEO to then focus their efforts on developing strategies to grow the company. BOPA’s COS leads a complex organization, by coordinating and supporting staff as the primary aide-de-camp to the CEO. In general, the position provides a buffer between the CEO and the CEO’s direct-reporting team. The COS works with BOPA’s Directors to solve problems, mediate disputes, and deal with issues before they are brought to the CEO and is also a confidante and advisor to the CEO, acting as a sounding board for ideas.

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Farmers' Market Coordinator

The Farmers’ Market Coordinator for the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts is a seasonal, nonexempt position, that reports to the Farmers’ Market Manager; with the primary function of coordinating the operations of the Baltimore Farmers’ Market.

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Multimedia Specialist

The Multimedia Specialist for the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts is a regular, fulltime, non-exempt position, who reports to the Director of Marketing, and is a member of the Marketing & Communications Department. As a Multimedia Specialist, you will work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to create, edit, and publish multimedia content (including print, digital graphics, photography, and videography) for marketing and communication needs.

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Marketing Director

The position of Marketing Director for the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the CEO. The primary responsibility of the Marketing Director is to develop and implement a comprehensive communications and marketing strategy for the organization including, but not limited to BOPA’s programs, off-site venues, public relations, and related initiatives. They serve as a key member of BOPA’s senior management team and lead internal strategy meetings. The Marketing Director also supervises the Marketing Communications team which includes a Multimedia Specialist, Social Media &Website Manager and Communications Manager.

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as the financial advisor to management on issues including budget; audit; revenue and expenditures; government and contracts management; internal and external financial risks. The CFO leads the customer service-oriented finance department that supports multiple departments and functions. Direct reports include the Director of Human Resources, Director of Development, and the Senior Accountant.

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If you have questions please contact our Human Resource Director Ja-Mel Johnson at Jjohnson@promotionandarts.org or 410-752-8632 ext. 4346.