What are the responsibilities and job description for the White Snake Projects Community Manager position at White Snake Projects?
Help us create socially relevant work that uplifts the voices of marginalized communities! Join the White Snake Projects team as our Community Manager.
Are you a revolutionary looking to get in good trouble? Are you looking for a job you can throw yourself into with enthusiasm, energy, and commitment? Do you want to make a difference through the arts as part of a small, activist team? Are you ready to dive into building community networks and infrastructure for a young, bold company? Do you want to learn entrepreneurial skills on the job? Are you interested in working at the intersection of new music-theater, activism, and technology? Do you want your personal mission to align with your professional career? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, apply to join us at WSP!
White Snake Projects is seeking someone with strong community networks and administrative skills to support the work of a dynamic activist company by brainstorming, creating and implementing innovative, energetic and value-added programming for and by our communities. This individual will enhance WSP’s reputation and brand in the communities we serve, help create an audience base for our programming and drive conversations on social justice issues we advocate for.
Position Summary
The Community Manager reports to the Founding Artistic Director. They will provide support for the Company’s community functions, described below.
Responsibilities:
- Envision, develop, create, and implement dynamic, innovative, and engaging programming to support the Company’s programming themes, such as voting, climate, democracy, etc.
- Nurture new and existing relationships with collaborative partners and engage them in co-producing/co-sponsoring WSP activations.
- Schedule regular engagement programming and events in the community.
- Assist in the organization of donor/volunteer opportunities and appreciation events and other fundraising initiatives.
- Assist other departments as needed
- Support WSP’s grant-writing needs on the community front, in collaboration with the Founding Artistic Director
- Collaborate with other arts and culture organizations locally and nationally, including institutions that are BIPOC-led, creating partnerships that serve a wide audience and create lasting impact.
- Maintain a positive culture and work environment where all departments are equally valued and staff of all genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds feel appreciated.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and other meetings as needed.
- Prioritize equity, diversity, inclusion, and access work in all aspects of artistic and management decisions.
Requirements:
- Preferred experience of at least 3 years of community work
- Outstanding written communication and presentation skills
- Friendly, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
- High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential information, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and passionate about elevating BIPOC voices.
- Proficiency in general organization and time management.
Traits and Characteristics
The Community Manager will be a team player and self-starter, unafraid to contribute ideas and to take initiative as a team member. They should be well organized and be able to meet deadlines, communicate effectively and work well with others.
Qualifications
WSP does not require specific educational requirements for this position, although credentials in arts administration, business, or a related field are useful. Previous production experience in the theater, especially in opera or music-theater, is a plus. The successful candidate must have a deep passion for art activism. Exceptional writing abilities and verbal presentation skills are expected, as are technical skills in file management, Google Suite, and basic graphic and video design.
Compensation
This is a part time position of approximately 20 hours a week. The compensation is $20,000 - $25,000 a year, commensurate with experience. Work Location: Hybrid remote in Greater Boston, including Brookline
To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to cerise@whitesnakeprojects.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20,000.00 - $25,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brookline, MA 02445
Salary : $20,000 - $25,000