Executive Director
NXTHVN in New Haven, Connecticut seeks an Executive Director to provide visionary leadership at a defining moment in the organization’s evolution. NXTHVN has grown rapidly into a nationally recognized institution that weaves together residencies and fellowships for visual artists, professional advancement, exhibitions, and community-rooted economic development. The next Executive Director will partner with the founders, the Board of Directors, and a deeply committed staff to steward this distinctive model into its next chapter, deepening NXTHVN’s impact for artists and curators, for the Dixwell community, and for the broader arts and cultural sector.
NXTHVN was founded in 2018 by acclaimed artist Titus Kaphar and impact investor Jason Price. NXTHVN stands as a groundbreaking institution that uniquely combines the best of arts and entrepreneurship. Through access, education, programming, and impact investing, NXTHVN launches the careers of artists and curators while simultaneously strengthening the livelihood of its local community.
The search is being led by TOC Arts Partners’ VP, Organizational Strategy Edie Demas with support from the TOC Arts Partners search team.
Applications will be accepted until this role is filled. Interviews may begin at any time, and we encourage you to apply as early as possible for best consideration. All applicants will receive a response regarding the consideration and status of their candidacy. No phone calls, please.
Specific questions about the position may be directed to: Edie Demas at edie@tocartspartners.com.
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Note to Applicants:
All applications must be submitted through the application portal linked above, as we do not accept resumes or cover letters via email. Rest assured, a real human reviews every application we receive, and your application decision is not at the whim of AI or keyword filters. We seriously consider and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. While it may take a few weeks as we process and evaluate submissions, all applicants should expect follow-up regarding the status of their submissions. Due to the volume of applications, we are not able to offer detailed individualized feedback at this time. Thank you.
