Brooklyn Academy of Music Seeks Vice President of Marketing and Communications

The iconic performing arts center looks to fill a key leadership role to drive audience growth and brand awareness.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:05am

An abstract close-up image of shimmering sequins and shattered glass, captured in dramatic studio lighting to convey a sense of high-end performing arts glamour and energy.The vibrant energy and high-end glamour of BAM's programming will be celebrated through innovative marketing campaigns under the new Vice President of Marketing and Communications.Brooklyn Today

The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), one of the nation's most celebrated cultural institutions, is seeking a forward-thinking Vice President of Marketing and Communications to join its senior leadership team. This role will be responsible for developing innovative marketing and communications strategies to amplify BAM's position, drive awareness of its diverse programming, expand and diversify its audience, and achieve the organization's revenue goals.

Why it matters

As BAM rebounds from the pandemic, this leadership position will be crucial in solidifying the organization's reputation as a world-class home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas. The Vice President of Marketing and Communications will play a key role in shaping BAM's brand, engaging new and existing patrons, and ensuring the institution's financial sustainability through strategic audience development and revenue growth.

The details

The Vice President of Marketing and Communications will oversee a talented team of 17+ staffers responsible for marketing, creative services, ticket services, communications, and more. They will work closely with BAM's artistic leadership to develop integrated campaigns that celebrate the institution's diverse programming in performing arts and film. Additionally, they will partner with the Advancement team to align marketing and fundraising strategies, driving both ticket sales and philanthropic support.

  • BAM has been developing new practices and regaining momentum with audiences since the pandemic.
  • The organization is celebrating over 160 years as North America's oldest multi-disciplinary arts center.

The players

Tamara McCaw

President of the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

BAM

The Brooklyn Academy of Music, a world-class home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas, and North America's oldest multi-disciplinary arts center.

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What they’re saying

“BAM stands at an important moment of transformation and rebirth. Like many cultural organizations rebounding from the pandemic, BAM has been developing new practices and regaining momentum with audiences.”

— Douglas McLennan, Author

What’s next

The successful candidate will be announced in the coming months as BAM looks to fill this key leadership role and continue its legacy as one of the nation's most influential cultural institutions.

The takeaway

This critical hire will help BAM strengthen its brand, engage new and diverse audiences, and drive revenue growth as the organization enters a new era of artistic vibrancy and community impact.