In 1985, a passionate group of local residents began raising money for a nonprofit community arts center in the beautiful mountain town of Crested Butte, Colorado. Two years later, they had raised $425,000 and the old county road maintenance garage was renovated into a 6,000 square-foot Center for the Arts facility. Since those beginnings, the local population has doubled, and there has been tremendous growth in the number of events presented, the size of audiences, and the number and variety of educational programs provided by the Center for the Arts and its partner organizations. Fewer than 8,000 people attended Center events in 1985, and 30 years later, more than 40,000 people attended over 650 events, positively impacting the local economy by more than $3 million. After recognizing the need to create a larger and lasting home for the Center, the Board embarked on an ambitious $20 million capital campaign to build a new, state-of-the-art facility. In December 2019, the new building was opened, featuring 28,000 square feet of multi-use space, including a 350-seat theater, two art studios, dance studios, a visual arts gallery, and new bar facilities. Truly unrivaled in Colorado as a captivating and welcoming place, the Center for the Arts brings people together to share, inspire, nurture, educate, and enjoy arts and culture.
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Program Coordinator
The Program Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the administrative, programming, and production functions of the Center for the Arts. This position is responsible for managing key operational systems, ensuring seamless communication between departments, overseeing contract management for the Programming team, and coordinating lodging for visiting artists and presenters. Additionally, the Program Coordinator serves as the primary administrative lead for Mountain Words Festival and Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, overseeing logistics and coordination for these flagship events. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at balancing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM MT
To apply, please email your resume to natalie@crestedbuttearts.org.
Sales Manager
The Sales Manager is responsible for selling and contracting facility rentals and special events at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts. This role involves proactively engaging potential clients, leading compelling venue tours, and maintaining timely communication. This position requires strong sales skills, persuasive interpersonal abilities, and a high-energy, customer-focused approach. The Manager will work closely with the Programming team to achieve annual rental revenue goals as well as ensuring exceptional client experiences.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM MT
To apply, please email your resume to caressa@crestedbuttearts.org.
The Center Intern
As a CFTA Summer Intern, you’ll work closely with our talented staff, gaining valuable skills and insights into the operations of a vibrant arts organization. This internship is ideal for upper division high school students, recent graduates, or college students eager to develop their skills in arts programming, marketing, and event execution.
Application Deadline: Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:00 PM MT
To apply, please email your resume to erika@crestedbuttearts.org.
Combined Event & Security Staff
Event staff assist in the logistical management and security of events for the Center for the Arts. Their primary responsibilities include preparing venues, setting up chairs, tables, and other event hardware, transitioning the Center’s theater, building and breaking down the stage, working at the event at the door or as support for event logistics, and breaking down events and setting the venue back to “zero” or the standard configuration.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepting on a rolling basis.
To apply, please email your resume to paul@crestedbuttearts.org.