Director
Deeply rooted in jazz and hip-hop, but with branches extending into R&B, soul, funk, and electronic music, BIRD is the place to be for the cultural omnivore. The name of the venue, club, and restaurant refers to the poetic nickname of the American jazz saxophonist Charlie “BIRD” Parker. BIRD consists of a foundation (Stichting Jazzpodium Rotterdam, trading as Live@Bird), responsible for live programming and festivals, and a limited liability company (restaurant, club nights, B2B, and Garden of BIRD).
As of August 1, Live@BIRD is looking for a director to work 28 hours per week.
Job Description
As director of Live@BIRD, you have final responsibility for strategy,
finances, and personnel. You will meet with the
Supervisory Board at least four times a year. In addition, you will establish the artistic framework in consultation with
the programming team. Live@BIRD organizes approximately 150 performances per year. These
performances include concerts by international, national, and local acts, the
weekly BIRD Sessions, the North Sea Jazz afterparties, and BIRDfest.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Establishing and implementing the multi-year strategy (multi-year policy plan)
- Achieving the set financial and artistic goals
- Fundraising and Sponsorship
- Responsible for all marketing and communications related to Live@BIRD
- Day-to-day management of employees within the organization.
- Establishing and maintaining contact with all parties affiliated with Live@BIRD, including close collaboration with BIRD B.V.
- Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities and developments for Live@BIRD.
- Reporting to the Supervisory Board.
What we expect:
It’s important to us that you have a good
understanding of the program and the target audience. You’re organized, a strong
communicator, and you enjoy working as part of a team. You have experience
leading projects and managing a team. We’re also looking
for someone who meets the following criteria:
- HBO-level academic and intellectual ability.
- Experience in a similar position is required (3–5 years)
- You have a large and diverse network
- Solid and up-to-date knowledge
- Charismatic, presentable, and a good communicator
- Organizationally minded
- Entrepreneurial and assertive
- Living in Rotterdam or the surrounding area.
What we offer:
- A dynamic and inspiring work environment.
- Free admission to all concerts and club events
- A close-knit team with plenty of social activities.
- A competitive salary.
We look forward to receiving your application no later than June 26. Please send your resume and cover letter to the current executive director of the Live@BIRD Foundation, Nina Draaijers, atnina@jazzpodiumrotterdam.nl. Applications received after June 26 will not be considered. Interviews will take place in week 27.
