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About
CitySpace, is a community-driven center for the arts centrally located in downtown Easthampton in the historic Old Town Hall. It is a place for creative possibility and meaningful connections across communities in western Massachusetts.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, CitySpace, restores, preserves, and manages Old Town Hall as a center for the arts for the City of Easthampton and Western Massachusetts.CitySpace seeks a part-time (25 hours) Arts Programming and Venue Manager. This individual will ensure that all events run smoothly from concerts and private rentals to connecting with a wide range of communities.
This position will be responsible for house, programming, and volunteer management in CitySpace's Blue Room – a flexible performance and event venue with a capacity of 100 seats, or 230-standing attendees.
The right candidate will be as organized as they are personable, and committed to providing our audiences with as safe and enjoyable an experience as possible. They will help build community with programming and the contributions of volunteers and, ultimately, ensure that CitySpace audiences want to return again and again to a place that feels fun, inspiring, and welcoming to all. Reporting to the President of the Board, this position is ultimately an ambassador for our multidisciplinary nonprofit arts organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
Blue Room Events Management
Coordinate and book rentals, and manage partnering and programming events
Establish partner events
Set the space for each event
Coordinate day-of-show/event needs
Maintain an inviting and professional atmosphere in performance space and lobby
Schedule, train, and manage event staff ensuring a common understanding of event expectations
Coordinate audience check-in
Bar management for limited shows per year
Settle final payments with performers as needed
Fulfillment of hospitality riders as needed
Assist in marketing venue related events
CitySpace Program Management
Coordinate program calls, applications, and review process
Manage CitySpace artistic programs such as Pay It Forward and Pop-Up Markets
Acclimate program artists to venue through tours and trainings
Provide ongoing support and communication to artists and their events
Manage contracts
Locate venue/event resources for program participants
Assist in marketing program related events
Volunteer Management
Recruit applicants for volunteer roles for Old Town Hall and CitySpace events
Schedule, train, and manage event volunteers ensuring a common understanding of event expectations
Develop and maintain a range of volunteer opportunities within the organization, such as event check-in
Identify ways that volunteers can strengthen programs, develop audience base, and involve our community of supporters in meaningful ways
Qualified candidates will have:
Relevant experience with performance and/or event venues and programming
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Confidence necessary to manage crowds
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in the Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, etc.), Canva, E-newsletter and social media platforms
Ability to lift 25 lbs
Passion for the role that the arts play in our communities
Maintain a commitment to values of equity and inclusion and experience communicating effectively with groups of individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences
Flexible and positive attitude
Self-starter and team player
Reliable work ethic, understanding that all staff members are asked to assist with special projects as needed
Preferred experience includes:
Theatrical production, stage management, and/or event experience
Experience with ticketing and a variety of payment platforms
Requirements:
CitySpace will provide crowd management, CPR, and TIPS training.
Flexible, work-from-home hours outside of rehearsals, concerts, events and in-person meetings; in-person at live events at Old Town Hall as needed.
Further position information and how to apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume
Application review ongoing, Apply by: February 16, 2024
$25/hr, holidays and paid time off
CitySpace is an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to diversify its staff and our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job.We’re dedicated to broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the arts, community engagement, and arts management industry. We’re also committed to building an inclusive culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe the inclusion of culturally diverse perspectives will improve our work and produce better societal and environmental outcomes for all, including historically disenfranchised communities. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all of our described qualifications or if you have a less traditional background.
Vacancy caducado!