Cultural Arts and Events Manager

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

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.

• 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.

• 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.

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.