Arts Consulting Group's Posts - GNH Community2024-03-29T06:16:38ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFosterhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8080744658?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=3i1xzj2d29sdx&xn_auth=noThe Bruce Museum Seeks Chief Operating Officertag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2023-11-20:3365802:BlogPost:2083732023-11-20T17:00:00.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Chief Operating Officer (COO), in partnership with the Executive Director and CEO, will serve as a co-leader and the primary administrative, operational, and facility leader of the newly revitalized The Bruce Museum. An engaged leader, the COO will be committed to organizational excellence and possess a deep appreciation for the changing museum field, community engagement, and high-quality visitor experiences. The COO will be the primary liaison…</p>
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Chief Operating Officer (COO), in partnership with the Executive Director and CEO, will serve as a co-leader and the primary administrative, operational, and facility leader of the newly revitalized The Bruce Museum. An engaged leader, the COO will be committed to organizational excellence and possess a deep appreciation for the changing museum field, community engagement, and high-quality visitor experiences. The COO will be the primary liaison to the Town of Greenwich and will serve as a key advocate for the Bruce’s needs in seeking maintenance support, operational funding, and capital funding from the Town in partnership with the Executive Director and CEO. The COO will provide leadership and clear direction to guide the strategic direction of the Bruce with direct responsibility for key operations and facilities projects. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the COO will oversee, direct, and manage Finance, Facilities, Museum Store, Café, Security, IT Systems, Human Resources, and Communications (Public Relations, Marketing, Social and Digital Media). The COO will also collaborate closely with the Executive Director and CEO’s direct reports, including Exhibitions, Art and Science Curatorial, Audience Engagement, and Development to ensure the success of the operational goals of the Bruce.</p>
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<p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Strategic Direction and Implementation</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Serve as a partner and thought leader to the Executive Director and CEO, supporting their vision of the strategic plan in collaboration with senior leadership, and developing clear short- and long-term work plans that balance strategic objectives and financial outcomes.</li>
<li>Oversee work plan implementation through day-to-day operations, managing direct report departments and leveraging cross-departmental work teams.</li>
<li>Strengthen museum-wide department management through effective and transparent communication.</li>
<li>Cultivate strategic partnerships and expand activities to build financial resilience for ongoing programs and operations.</li>
<li>Ensure the implementation of the strategic plan, working with the Executive Director and CEO, Board of Trustees, staff, and community stakeholders to attain the vision to drive significant growth, financial success, and community partnership opportunities.</li>
<li>Embrace other strategic direction and implementation responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Financial and Organizational Resiliency</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide oversight for all financial operations, including the preparation of the annual operating budget in collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer and the Finance Committee with regular updates on financial operations to ensure the most effective use of financial, human, and technological resources.</li>
<li>Provide concise, relevant, and timely information to the Board of Trustees so that they can fulfill their policy-setting and community ambassadorship responsibilities.</li>
<li>Cultivate a visitor-centered operational plan to support the annual earned revenue goals and build financial resilience for ongoing programs and operations.</li>
<li>Oversee and support the growth of the earned revenue aspects of the Bruce’s operations, including the Bruce Store, Café, and admissions, to meet revenue goals, DEI commitments, and museum values.</li>
<li>Manage Human Resource, ensuring that the necessary organizational staffing structure, policies, systems controls, and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed for effectiveness.</li>
<li>Inspire, mentor, evaluate, and guide a high-performing team that supports a culture of inclusion, growth, and continuous improvement in alignment with the Bruce’s values.</li>
<li>Advocate for digital innovation and strengthen the IT and financial infrastructure of the Bruce and capabilities to ensure effective and efficient operations.</li>
<li>Embrace other financial and organizational resiliency responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Community and Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Develop an active community presence and build strong, positive relationships with Town officials, civic leaders, and residents to foster opportunities for ongoing support, new initiatives, and partnerships within the Town of Greenwich.</li>
<li>Oversee Communications (Public Relations, Marketing, Social and Digital Media) in developing and executing a comprehensive plan that will engage the community, define the brand proposition, build trust, enhance reputation, and deepen loyalty.</li>
<li>Deepen and refine all aspects of communication to support and strengthen the Bruce’s brand and visibility.</li>
<li>Embrace other community and stakeholder engagement responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>The COO will be a collaborative and people-oriented professional who is receptive to new ideas and innovative approaches while respecting the investment of human and fiscal resources. Proficient in setting, pursuing, and achieving goals in a timely manner, the COO will be driven to support others while ensuring that organizational goals are met. They will be a results-oriented relationship builder who maintains an engaged professional profile. They will value community commitments and work internally and externally to ensure they are met. Highly versatile, the COO will be a change agent who understands and can successfully manage the challenges associated with organizations that have undergone major change, either positive or negative. They will have the ability to move from dialogue to timely decision-making and action.</p>
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<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
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<li><strong>Time, Priority, and Project Management</strong> – The ability to prioritize and complete tasks and to oversee all resources and people to achieve desired results within allotted time frames.</li>
<li><strong>Planning and Organizing</strong> – The capacity to set and prioritize relevant, realistic, and attainable goals and objectives; to anticipate effects, outcomes, and risks; and to manage resources according to set priorities.</li>
<li><strong>Leadership and Diplomacy</strong> – The tenacity to organize and motivate others to set, pursue, and accomplish goals regardless of obstacles, with the capacity to tactfully handle difficult situations, and treat others fairly, regardless of differences, while maintaining positive relationships.</li>
<li><strong>Personal and Professional Accountability</strong> – The authenticity to self-evaluate, take responsibility for personal actions and decisions, accept setbacks, look for ways to progress, and understand how obstacles impact results.</li>
<li><strong>Flexibility</strong> – The ingenuity to respond promptly to shifts in direction, priorities, and schedules while maintaining productivity during transitions.</li>
</ul>
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<p><span><strong>Experience and Qualifications</strong></span></p>
<p><span>A master’s degree or equivalent experience with at least</span> <span>ten years of senior management experience or progressive executive leadership in a</span> <span>museum or related nonprofit organization is</span> highly desirable. <span>A</span> <span>proven track record with financial leadership, budget oversight, promoting innovative use of systems technology, and s</span><span>upervisory experience</span> of diverse teams <span>is essential.</span> The ideal candidate will possess skill, passion, creativity, and an appreciation for art, science, natural history, exhibitions, educational programming, <span>and community partnerships. A</span> demonstrable commitment <span>to the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion is necessary. As a place-based institution, the position will have a hybrid work schedule available in accordance with museum policy.</span></p>
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<p><span><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></span></p>
<p><span>Compensation is anticipated to be in the range of $200,000 to $225,000.</span> Employee benefits include group health and life insurance, HSA account, vacation time, and a 401k plan. Relocation assistance is available.</p>
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<p><span><strong>Application and Inquiries</strong></span></p>
<p>To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, please visit <a href="http://artsconsulting.com/opensearches">http://artsconsulting.com/opensearches</a><u>.</u> For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact:</p>
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<p>Wyona Lynch-McWhite, Senior Vice President</p>
<p>Josyanne Roche, Vice President</p>
<p>292 Newbury Street, Suite 315</p>
<p>Boston, MA 02115-2801</p>
<p>Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 225 (Lynch-McWhite) or Ext. 240 (Roche)</p>
<p><span>Email </span> <a href="mailto:TheBruce@ArtsConsulting.com">TheBruce@ArtsConsulting.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://brucemuseum.org/">The Bruce Museum</a> (the Bruce) is a community-based, world-class institution accredited by the American Alliance of Museums that offers a changing array of exceptional exhibitions and educational programs to promote the understanding and appreciation of art, science, and the intersections between the two disciplines. Now considered ahead of its time for taking this multidisciplinary approach over a century ago, the Bruce is at the heart of contemporary efforts to bring together art, science, technology, and creativity to generate moments of discovery and dialogue.</p>
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<p>The first exhibition at the Bruce took place in 1912 and featured works by local artists known as the Greenwich Society of Artists, several of whom were members of the Cos Cob Art Colony. Their works formed the nucleus of the Bruce’s art holdings and continue to be a strength of the collection, which has expanded to focus on global art from 1850 to the present. Other strengths include Ancient Chinese sculpture, Native American Art, the Hudson River School, modernist works on paper, and photography. Parallel development of the natural sciences includes strengths in the mineral and avian collections. In all, the community, through its generosity, has built the Bruce’s varied collections of art and natural science to over 30,000 objects.</p>
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<p>In 2020, the Bruce embarked on a project to construct a new building. This expansion doubled the Bruce’s size and tripled its exhibition spaces. The facility opened April 2, 2023, featuring state-of-the-art exhibition, education, and community spaces, including a changing gallery for art and five new permanent galleries in the William L. Richter Art Wing, a changing gallery for science, a permanent science exhibition titled “Natural Cycles Shape Our Land,” three classrooms in the Cohen Education Wing, a café, an auditorium, and grand hall. When the outdoor spaces are completed in the summer of 2024, the Bruce campus will feature a sculpture-lined, landscaped walking path and inviting spaces for relaxation and contemplation—natural enhancements to Bruce Park and an anchoring connection to Greenwich Avenue.</p>
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<p>The Bruce is governed by a 36-member board of trustees led by Co-Chairs Bill Deutsch and Simone McEntire, and <strong>Robert Wolterstorff is The</strong> Susan E. Lynch Executive Director and CEO. There are 50 full-time and 13 part-time staff members. The total operating revenue in fiscal 2023 was approximately $6.8 million, including $2.7 million from contributions, grants, and special events, and $180,526 from admissions and programs. $3.9 million in additional revenues includes investment income, funding from the Town of Greenwich, and museum memberships. The operating budget in FY 2024, the first year in the new building, is $9.6 million.</p>
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<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>Known as the “Gateway to New England,” Greenwich, Connecticut, is a 50-square mile coastal town in Fairfield County on Long Island Sound. Greenwich is the largest town on Connecticut’s ‘Gold Coast,’ named for the prosperity of its inhabitants, many of whom work for hedge funds and financial service companies. Established in the 17<sup>th</sup> Century, Greenwich was a farming community that was transformed by the arrival of the railroad, which brought new industry and immigrants to the area. The town also developed as a resort for New Yorkers who wished to escape city life, as New York City is 35 miles and a short train ride away. Greenwich has 32 miles of shoreline, 4,000 acres of parkland, more than 150 miles of trails for horseback riding, and four beaches on Long Island Sound where visitors can enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, or relaxing on the sand.</p>
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<p>During the pandemic, Greenwich saw record growth with an influx of New Yorkers relocating to the community. Close proximity to major highways and four train stations makes Greenwich a very commutable town. Fairfield County has the fastest-growing population of any county in Connecticut and is the second-most diverse. The total population of Greenwich is 63,518. A significant and growing Spanish-speaking population that lives near the Bruce. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, 16.4% of the Fairfield County population are native Spanish speakers. Greenwich has one of the strongest public-school systems in Connecticut. There are 11 elementary schools, three junior high schools, and one senior high school, along with several private schools. Local festivals and annual events provide a range of activities for residents and tourists, making Greenwich a vibrant community for residents and tourists.</p>
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<p>Sources: greenwichct.gov; greenwichhistory.org; neilsberg.com; ctvisit.com</p>
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<p><span><strong>The Bruce Museum is governed and administered in a manner welcoming to all who promote its Mission and Vision. In all dealings, the Bruce shall not discriminate against any individual or group for reasons of race, color, religion, sex gender identity, gender expression, age, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, economic status, disability, or any category protected by state or federal law. </strong></span></p>
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<p><span><strong>The Bruce is dedicated to advocating for increased diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its activities including, but not limited to, staff, partners, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, members and exhibitions.</strong></span></p>Long Wharf Theatre seeks Director of Marketing and Communicationstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2023-11-01:3365802:BlogPost:2081802023-11-01T14:49:41.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> (LWT) is embarking on an unprecedented journey, building a theatre company that can belong to the people of the city and region, centering possibility as a guiding ethos with an unwavering commitment to creating a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the people to reimagine the experiment that is the American theatre.</p>
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<p><span>Located in New Haven Connecticut, LWT was established…</span></p>
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> (LWT) is embarking on an unprecedented journey, building a theatre company that can belong to the people of the city and region, centering possibility as a guiding ethos with an unwavering commitment to creating a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the people to reimagine the experiment that is the American theatre.</p>
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<p><span>Located in New Haven Connecticut, LWT was established in 1965 on a dream of starting a professional theatre company in Connecticut. The guiding ethos for LWT is “Theatre is for everyone.” This ethos is supported by a commitment to a culture of collaboration, equity, and inclusion and enriching the community through programs and partnerships to engage audiences of all ages.</span> <span>The</span> <span>2022-2023 season included new play readings with Black Trans Women at the Center, a work-in-process sharing of <em>Dignity, Always Dignity</em>; a concert reading of <em>Jelly’s Last Jam</em>; a play reading of <em>Flying Bird’s Diary</em>; <em>I AM: Muslin/American</em> film and dialogue, a production of <em>Live From the Edge</em>, and <em>Kristina Wong for Public Office</em>.</span></p>
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<p>Long Wharf Theatre is seizing the change sweeping across American theatre, facing head-on both the provocative questions and new opportunities these times demand. <span>In 2022, LWT departed from its longtime space at Sargent Drive to bring theatre to spaces and stages around the Greater New Haven area.</span> The company is embedded within the city, making the work more accessible to the entire community. This departure from anchoring performances to a single space is shaping a new model of theatre that engages all people and actively builds bridges to those who have historically not been in relationship to LWT.</p>
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<p>Long Wharf Theatre is driven to be an exemplar in using the power of theatre to strengthen communities through its work onstage and offstage. It is committed to a culture of inclusion and anti-racism that inspires fellowship; sharing stories that provoke empathy, acceptance, and understanding; removing real or perceived barriers to learning and discourse; seeking renovated or new facilities that are inviting to all members of its expansive community; uncovering contemporary resonance in classic works; and nurturing new voices to help make sense of our times. In its next chapter, LWT will use the power of theatre to build bridges, spur new thinking, and excite our collective imagination through performance, education, and community partnership.</p>
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<p><span>LWT has a 22-member board of directors led by Chair Nancy Alexander, Jacob G. Padrón as Artistic Director, and Kit Ingui as Managing Director. For the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, LWT reported a total revenue of $3,070,000 with $2.87M from contributions, grants, and endowment disbursements and $200,000 from program services.</span></p>
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<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>New Haven is the cultural capital of Connecticut—a vibrant and welcoming community that celebrates arts and culture as catalysts for civic engagement and spiritual uplift. Founded in 1638 and one of the first planned cities in America, New Haven is home to Yale University, whose presence offers access to top notch medical care at Yale New Haven Hospital, renowned art museums, music, theatre, and lectures featuring internationally known speakers. Greater New Haven hosts a rich diversity of higher education institutions, including Quinnipiac University, Wesleyan University, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, Albertus Magnus College, and Gateway Community College.</p>
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<p>A coastal city with New England charm and a distinct cosmopolitan influence, New Haven has a population of nearly 130,000 residents and is ranked among <em>U.S. News & World Report’s</em> 100 best places to live. New Haven is recognized as a city of innovation and prosperity with a small town feel. New Haven Green, a privately owned park and recreation area, remains a social center. As the birthplace of a wide variety of inventions—from the frisbee to the hamburger—it is no surprise that New Haven’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well, whether in the start-ups at Science Park or the craft breweries and artisanal bakeries appearing in once-abandoned warehouses. The local economy is defined by health care and social services. There is a strong tech community and a world-renowned architecture and design sector with principals like César Pelli. Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital provide many of the area's job opportunities, attracting highly specialized physicians, researchers, and academics.</p>
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<p>New Haven is also a welcoming city to immigrants and, as result, has seen a growing population in contrast to some other places in Connecticut and the Northeast. In fact, a recent study by FiveThirtyEight that reviewed the education level, age, and ethnic diversity of every metropolitan area in the United States concluded that, of any place in America, New Haven most accurately reflects the demographics of the country as a whole in those areas. Demographically, the city is approximately 35% Black or African-American, 32% white, 27% Hispanic or Latino, 5% Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 4% of people who identify as two or more races. Its surrounding region of 860,000 residents is 65% white, 14% Black or African American, 17% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 2% claiming two or more races. The changing face of America is personified in New Haven.</p>
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<p>Sources: bls.gov; usnews.com; gnhcc.com; fivethirtyeight.com</p>
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<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Director of Marketing and Communications, in partnership with the Artistic Director and Managing Director, will create the most compelling narrative to tell the exciting new story of Long Wharf Theatre. This person will use innovative tools and initiatives to communicate the message that LWT makes exciting art and tells impactful stories that are <em>for everyone</em>. The Director of Marketing is an extension of the company’s artistic leadership and will work in deep partnership with the entire artistic staff. Reporting to the Artistic Director and the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Director of Marketing and Communications will ensure that all advertising campaigns, external messaging, and collateral materials fully represent the mission, vision, and values of LWT. They will develop brand awareness and will create and implement innovative initiatives to drive earned revenue through ticket sales. This individual will be a bridge builder who creates accessible pathways to underrepresented audiences, with the goal of radical inclusion in all marketing materials, social media platforms, and press strategies. They will create strategies to enhance relationships with existing members and subscribers while simultaneously inviting and encouraging them to join Long Wharf on its journey. They will be instrumental in supporting and communicating the theatre’s work in all areas of inclusion and anti-racism. This individual will speak with the voice of New Haven, have the capacity to represent that voice externally, and be a central hub for communication materials across all departments.</p>
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<p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Community Visibility and Earned Revenue</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively collaborate with the Artistic Director on artistic programming and season planning.</li>
</ul>
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<ul>
<li>Create a strategic marketing and communication plan to support all LWT’s initiatives.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Support marketing and communication efforts across the organization, including development, education, and community partnership needs.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Manage content and messaging for website and digital communications, including targeted email marketing, video production, and social media.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Serve as the brand manager and develop key messages for all of LWT’s external communications.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide leadership in the creation of visual assets that dynamically tell the story of LWT’s programming, new play development programs, and membership /fundraising campaigns.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Cultivate opportunities for audience development and community connections that serve and engage underrepresented and marginalized audiences.</li>
</ul>
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<ul>
<li>Direct the implementation of an integrated marketing strategy and sales plan to support subscription, single ticket, and group sales goals through traditional tactics as well as in contemporary channels of digital media, direct response, and out-of-home advertising.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Ensure that the highest level of customer service is delivered during all moments of the patron experience by proactively managing the Box Office and Front of House team.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Guide all media relations, including writing and approving press releases, providing timely responses to media requests, and generating consistent local, regional, and national media interest.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Represent LWT as a media spokesperson, as deemed appropriate by the Managing Director and Artistic Director.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Negotiate media placement, marketing sponsorships, and promotional partnerships.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other community visibility and earned revenue responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Data Analytics and Financial Accountability</strong></p>
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<li>Regularly conduct and analyze audience and market research to assess audience satisfaction, understand demographic and psychographic profiles, and hone tactics for increasing audience size and market footprint.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Prepare annual income goals for earned revenue with the Managing Director.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Create and manage expense budgets for all ticket sales campaigns, institutional marketing, and other related expenses.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Monitor sales, forecast revenue, and provide analysis of season and single ticket sales throughout the season.</li>
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<li>Recommend appropriate demand-based pricing adjustments resulting from sales analysis.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Initiate additional promotions for events that experience lagging sales in a committed effort to achieve attendance and revenue goals.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Establish standardized reporting metrics to provide business intelligence regarding direct response rates and website data analytics.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other data analytics and financial accountability responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Team Building and Internal Communication</strong></p>
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<li>Manage the performance of and inspire a results-driven environment for the marketing and communications team.</li>
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<li>Effectively delegate, actively initiate, and personally complete marketing projects.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Establish and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with senior staff and board members.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Collaborate with the Director of Development to ensure necessary support for Long Wharf Theatre’s fundraising and organizational advancement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide strategic marketing and public relations support for all education and community partnership programs.</li>
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<li>Share research and results, revenue and expense projections, and other marketing updates with the marketing team, senior staff, and board committees as required.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other team building and internal communication responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre is looking to build a boundary-breaking future and is seeking a visionary leader to support the company’s evolution. As the company enters a new era, the Director of Marketing and Communications will lead from a place of collaboration. They will provide focused and strategic leadership that is grounded in creativity, rigor, curiosity, and joy. Guided by the core pillars of artistic innovation, radical inclusion, and kaleidoscopic partnerships, they will exhibit a commitment to life-long learning with a healthy disregard for the status quo and a relentless curiosity. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be hungry to think outside the box and have a passion for activating fresh and potent channels of communication with a vast variety of people. They will boldly and effectively message the unique role LWT plays in the dynamic civic life of the city. This individual will be a collaborative senior leader and an organized project manager with a robust understanding of organizational culture and change management. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be a participative manager who inspires a team by modeling behavior that achieves revenue goals through integrated marketing plans and a commitment to reaching new audiences. They will keep integrity in sharp focus at all times and effectively communicate with judicious directness, both internally and externally.</p>
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<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
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<li><strong>Collaboration</strong> – The capability to work empathetically and effectively with others towards a common goal that benefits the team.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Creativity and Innovation</strong> – The ability to imagine, research, and implement new approaches, processes, and systems to achieve organizational goals. A willingness to suggest calculated risks as an active pathway to reach beyond what has been accomplished in the past.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Project Management, Planning, and Organizing</strong> – The capacity to develop procedures, processes, and systems for order, accuracy, efficiency, and productivity and to deliver desired outcomes within allotted timeframes.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Diplomacy</strong> – The facility to demonstrate superior cultural competence and awareness; effectively communicate with people across hierarchical and functional boundaries; understand cultural climate and organizational issues; and build rapport while displaying a sincere interest in the professional success of others.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Customer Focused</strong> – The clarity to anticipate internal and external customer needs, wants, and expectations and to demonstrate initiative and willingness to work with the goal of meeting or exceeding those needs.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Goal Orientation</strong> – The integrity to take ownership of situations, accept responsibility for actions and results, and prioritize and complete tasks necessary to meet deadlines and achieve revenue goals.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Flexibility</strong> – The <span>agility to embrace and implement change when needed, serving as an inspiring leader.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>A minimum of five to seven years of leadership experience in the field of marketing, public relations, and communications with increasing financial responsibilities is required. Experience in interpreting statistical data that advances decision making and a demonstrable track record of earned revenue results are also necessary. Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills are critical to success in the role. A nuanced understanding of inclusion and anti-racism with demonstrated leadership will be essential. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be an enthusiastic supporter of the theatre arts with a proven track record of success.</p>
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<p><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre offers a starting salary range of $95,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.</p>
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<p><strong>Applications and Inquiries</strong></p>
<p>To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, please click <a href="https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/artsconsultinggroup/job/wm7k11t81m6c4i3a3myiaodafc">here</a> or visit <a href="https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/">artsconsulting.com/opensearches</a>. For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact us at:</p>
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<p>Jenna Deja, Vice President</p>
<p>201 West Lake Street, Suite 133</p>
<p>Chicago, IL 60606-1803</p>
<p>Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 227</p>
<p>Email <a href="mailto:LongWharf@ArtsConsulting.com">LongWharf@ArtsConsulting.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Land Acknowledgement</strong></p>
<p><strong>We acknowledge that indigenous peoples and nations have for generations stewarded the lands and waterways of what we now call the state of Connecticut. We honor and respect the enduring relationship that exists between these peoples and nations and this land. We are standing on the unceded territory of the Paugussett, Quinnipiac, and Wappinger peoples. We remind ourselves that along with stolen land came stolen people. It is our responsibility to the future to know our past.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Long Wharf Theatre is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and values diversity, inclusion, and equity in all forms.</strong></p>
<p> </p>Long Wharf Theatre seeks Director of Marketing and Communicationstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2023-08-09:3365802:BlogPost:2071242023-08-09T22:57:00.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
<p><strong> </strong><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> (LWT) is embarking on an unprecedented journey, building a theatre company that can belong to the people of the city and region, centering possibility as a guiding ethos with an unwavering commitment to creating a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the people to reimagine the experiment that is the American theatre.</p>
<p><span>Located in New Haven Connecticut, LWT was…</span></p>
<p><strong> </strong><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> (LWT) is embarking on an unprecedented journey, building a theatre company that can belong to the people of the city and region, centering possibility as a guiding ethos with an unwavering commitment to creating a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the people to reimagine the experiment that is the American theatre.</p>
<p><span>Located in New Haven Connecticut, LWT was established in 1965 on a dream of starting a professional theatre company in Connecticut. The guiding ethos for LWT is “Theatre is for everyone.” This ethos is supported by a commitment to a culture of collaboration, equity, and inclusion and enriching the community through programs and partnerships to engage audiences of all ages.</span> <span>The</span> <span>2022-2023 season included new play readings with Black Trans Women at the Center, a work-in-process sharing of <em>Dignity, Always Dignity</em>; a concert reading of <em>Jelly’s Last Jam</em>; a play reading of <em>Flying Bird’s Diary</em>; <em>I AM: Muslin/American</em> film and dialogue, a production of <em>Live From the Edge</em>, and <em>Kristina Wong for Public Office</em>.</span></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre is seizing the change sweeping across American theatre, facing head-on both the provocative questions and new opportunities these times demand. <span>In 2022, LWT departed from its longtime space at Sargent Drive to bring theatre to spaces and stages around the Greater New Haven area.</span> The company is embedded within the city, making the work more accessible to the entire community. This departure from anchoring performances to a single space is shaping a new model of theatre that engages all people and actively builds bridges to those who have historically not been in relationship to LWT.</p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre is driven to be an exemplar in using the power of theatre to strengthen communities through its work onstage and offstage. It is committed to a culture of inclusion and anti-racism that inspires fellowship; sharing stories that provoke empathy, acceptance, and understanding; removing real or perceived barriers to learning and discourse; seeking renovated or new facilities that are inviting to all members of its expansive community; uncovering contemporary resonance in classic works; and nurturing new voices to help make sense of our times. In its next chapter, LWT will use the power of theatre to build bridges, spur new thinking, and excite our collective imagination through performance, education, and community partnership.</p>
<p><span>LWT has a 22-member board of directors led by Chair Nancy Alexander, Jacob G. Padrón as Artistic Director, and Kit Ingui as Managing Director. For the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, LWT reported a total revenue of $3,070,000 with $2.87M from contributions, grants, and endowment disbursements and $200,000 from program services.</span></p>
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<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>New Haven is the cultural capital of Connecticut—a vibrant and welcoming community that celebrates arts and culture as catalysts for civic engagement and spiritual uplift. Founded in 1638 and one of the first planned cities in America, New Haven is home to Yale University, whose presence offers access to top notch medical care at Yale New Haven Hospital, renowned art museums, music, theatre, and lectures featuring internationally known speakers. Greater New Haven hosts a rich diversity of higher education institutions, including Quinnipiac University, Wesleyan University, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, Albertus Magnus College, and Gateway Community College.</p>
<p>A coastal city with New England charm and a distinct cosmopolitan influence, New Haven has a population of nearly 130,000 residents and is ranked among <em>U.S. News & World Report’s</em> 100 best places to live. New Haven is recognized as a city of innovation and prosperity with a small town feel. New Haven Green, a privately owned park and recreation area, remains a social center. As the birthplace of a wide variety of inventions—from the frisbee to the hamburger—it is no surprise that New Haven’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well, whether in the start-ups at Science Park or the craft breweries and artisanal bakeries appearing in once-abandoned warehouses. The local economy is defined by health care and social services. There is a strong tech community and a world-renowned architecture and design sector with principals like César Pelli. Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital provide many of the area's job opportunities, attracting highly specialized physicians, researchers, and academics.</p>
<p>New Haven is also a welcoming city to immigrants and, as result, has seen a growing population in contrast to some other places in Connecticut and the Northeast. In fact, a recent study by FiveThirtyEight that reviewed the education level, age, and ethnic diversity of every metropolitan area in the United States concluded that, of any place in America, New Haven most accurately reflects the demographics of the country as a whole in those areas. Demographically, the city is approximately 35% Black or African-American, 32% white, 27% Hispanic or Latino, 5% Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 4% of people who identify as two or more races. Its surrounding region of 860,000 residents is 65% white, 14% Black or African American, 17% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 2% claiming two or more races. The changing face of America is personified in New Haven.</p>
<p>Sources: bls.gov; usnews.com; gnhcc.com; fivethirtyeight.com</p>
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<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Director of Marketing and Communications, in partnership with the Artistic Director and Managing Director, will create the most compelling narrative to tell the exciting new story of Long Wharf Theatre. This person will use innovative tools and initiatives to communicate the message that LWT makes exciting art and tells impactful stories that are <em>for everyone</em>. The Director of Marketing is an extension of the company’s artistic leadership and will work in deep partnership with the entire artistic staff. Reporting to the Artistic Director and the Managing Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Director of Marketing and Communications will ensure that all advertising campaigns, external messaging, and collateral materials fully represent the mission, vision, and values of LWT. They will develop brand awareness and will create and implement innovative initiatives to drive earned revenue through ticket sales. This individual will be a bridge builder who creates accessible pathways to underrepresented audiences, with the goal of radical inclusion in all marketing materials, social media platforms, and press strategies. They will create strategies to enhance relationships with existing members and subscribers while simultaneously inviting and encouraging them to join Long Wharf on its journey. They will be instrumental in supporting and communicating the theatre’s work in all areas of inclusion and anti-racism. This individual will speak with the voice of New Haven, have the capacity to represent that voice externally, and be a central hub for communication materials across all departments.</p>
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<p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Community Visibility and Earned Revenue</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Actively collaborate with the Artistic Director on artistic programming and season planning.</li>
<li>Create a strategic marketing and communication plan to support all LWT’s initiatives.</li>
<li>Support marketing and communication efforts across the organization, including development, education, and community partnership needs.</li>
<li>Manage content and messaging for website and digital communications, including targeted email marketing, video production, and social media.</li>
<li>Serve as the brand manager and develop key messages for all of LWT’s external communications.</li>
<li>Provide leadership in the creation of visual assets that dynamically tell the story of LWT’s programming, new play development programs, and membership /fundraising campaigns.</li>
<li>Cultivate opportunities for audience development and community connections that serve and engage underrepresented and marginalized audiences.</li>
<li>Direct the implementation of an integrated marketing strategy and sales plan to support subscription, single ticket, and group sales goals through traditional tactics as well as in contemporary channels of digital media, direct response, and out-of-home advertising.</li>
<li>Ensure that the highest level of customer service is delivered during all moments of the patron experience by proactively managing the Box Office and Front of House team.</li>
<li>Guide all media relations, including writing and approving press releases, providing timely responses to media requests, and generating consistent local, regional, and national media interest.</li>
<li>Represent LWT as a media spokesperson, as deemed appropriate by the Managing Director and Artistic Director.</li>
<li>Negotiate media placement, marketing sponsorships, and promotional partnerships.</li>
<li>Embrace other community visibility and earned revenue responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Data Analytics and Financial Accountability</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Regularly conduct and analyze audience and market research to assess audience satisfaction, understand demographic and psychographic profiles, and hone tactics for increasing audience size and market footprint.</li>
<li>Prepare annual income goals for earned revenue with the Managing Director.</li>
<li>Create and manage expense budgets for all ticket sales campaigns, institutional marketing, and other related expenses.</li>
<li>Monitor sales, forecast revenue, and provide analysis of season and single ticket sales throughout the season.</li>
<li>Recommend appropriate demand-based pricing adjustments resulting from sales analysis.</li>
<li>Initiate additional promotions for events that experience lagging sales in a committed effort to achieve attendance and revenue goals.</li>
<li>Establish standardized reporting metrics to provide business intelligence regarding direct response rates and website data analytics.</li>
<li>Embrace other data analytics and financial accountability responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Team Building and Internal Communication</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Manage the performance of and inspire a results-driven environment for the marketing and communications team.</li>
</ul>
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<ul>
<li>Effectively delegate, actively initiate, and personally complete marketing projects.</li>
<li>Establish and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with senior staff and board members.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Director of Development to ensure necessary support for Long Wharf Theatre’s fundraising and organizational advancement initiatives.</li>
<li>Provide strategic marketing and public relations support for all education and community partnership programs.</li>
<li>Share research and results, revenue and expense projections, and other marketing updates with the marketing team, senior staff, and board committees as required.</li>
<li>Embrace other team building and internal communication responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre is looking to build a boundary-breaking future and is seeking a visionary leader to support the company’s evolution. As the company enters a new era, the Director of Marketing and Communications will lead from a place of collaboration. They will provide focused and strategic leadership that is grounded in creativity, rigor, curiosity, and joy. Guided by the core pillars of artistic innovation, radical inclusion, and kaleidoscopic partnerships, they will exhibit a commitment to life-long learning with a healthy disregard for the status quo and a relentless curiosity. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be hungry to think outside the box and have a passion for activating fresh and potent channels of communication with a vast variety of people. They will boldly and effectively message the unique role LWT plays in the dynamic civic life of the city. This individual will be a collaborative senior leader and an organized project manager with a robust understanding of organizational culture and change management. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be a participative manager who inspires a team by modeling behavior that achieves revenue goals through integrated marketing plans and a commitment to reaching new audiences. They will keep integrity in sharp focus at all times and effectively communicate with judicious directness, both internally and externally.</p>
<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Collaboration</strong> – The capability to work empathetically and effectively with others towards a common goal that benefits the team.</li>
<li><strong>Creativity and Innovation</strong> – The ability to imagine, research, and implement new approaches, processes, and systems to achieve organizational goals. A willingness to suggest calculated risks as an active pathway to reach beyond what has been accomplished in the past.</li>
<li><strong>Project Management, Planning, and Organizing</strong> – The capacity to develop procedures, processes, and systems for order, accuracy, efficiency, and productivity and to deliver desired outcomes within allotted timeframes.</li>
<li><strong>Diplomacy</strong> – The facility to demonstrate superior cultural competence and awareness; effectively communicate with people across hierarchical and functional boundaries; understand cultural climate and organizational issues; and build rapport while displaying a sincere interest in the professional success of others.</li>
<li><strong>Customer Focused</strong> – The clarity to anticipate internal and external customer needs, wants, and expectations and to demonstrate initiative and willingness to work with the goal of meeting or exceeding those needs.</li>
<li><strong>Goal Orientation</strong> – The integrity to take ownership of situations, accept responsibility for actions and results, and prioritize and complete tasks necessary to meet deadlines and achieve revenue goals.</li>
<li><strong>Flexibility</strong> – The <span>agility to embrace and implement change when needed, serving as an inspiring leader.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>A minimum of five to seven years of leadership experience in the field of marketing, public relations, and communications with increasing financial responsibilities is required. Experience in interpreting statistical data that advances decision making and a demonstrable track record of earned revenue results are also necessary. Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills are critical to success in the role. A nuanced understanding of inclusion and anti-racism with demonstrated leadership will be essential. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be an enthusiastic supporter of the theatre arts with a proven track record of success.</p>
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<p><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre offers a starting salary range of $95,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.</p>
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<p><strong>Applications and Inquiries</strong></p>
<p>To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments, please click <a href="https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/artsconsultinggroup/job/wm7k11t81m6c4i3a3myiaodafc">here</a> or visit <a href="https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/">artsconsulting.com/opensearches</a>. For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact us at:</p>
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<p>Jenna Deja, Vice President</p>
<p>201 West Lake Street, Suite 133</p>
<p>Chicago, IL 60606-1803</p>
<p>Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 227</p>
<p>Email <a href="mailto:LongWharf@ArtsConsulting.com">LongWharf@ArtsConsulting.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>Land Acknowledgement</strong></p>
<p><strong>We acknowledge that indigenous peoples and nations have for generations stewarded the lands and waterways of what we now call the state of Connecticut. We honor and respect the enduring relationship that exists between these peoples and nations and this land. We are standing on the unceded territory of the Paugussett, Quinnipiac, and Wappinger peoples. We remind ourselves that along with stolen land came stolen people. It is our responsibility to the future to know our past.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Long Wharf Theatre is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and values diversity, inclusion, and equity in all forms.</strong></p>Eugene O'Neill Theater Center seeks Artistic Director, National Playwrights Conferencetag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2023-08-02:3365802:BlogPost:2070182023-08-02T15:38:01.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
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<p><strong>The Tony Award-winning Eugene O’Neill Theater Center seeks a dynamic individual for the role of Artistic Director of the National Playwrights Conference, taking the helm of this storied new play development program as it enters its sixtieth year in operation.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.theoneill.org/">The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center</a> (the O’Neill) is the country’s preeminent…</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>The Tony Award-winning Eugene O’Neill Theater Center seeks a dynamic individual for the role of Artistic Director of the National Playwrights Conference, taking the helm of this storied new play development program as it enters its sixtieth year in operation.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.theoneill.org/">The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center</a> (the O’Neill) is the country’s preeminent organization dedicated to the development of new works and new voices for the stage. Founded in 1964 by George C. White and named in honor of Eugene O’Neill, four-time Pulitzer Prize-winner and America’s only playwright to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, the O'Neill has launched some of the most important voices and works in American theater and has revolutionized the way new work is developed. In the ground-breaking spirit of its namesake, the O’Neill champions, develops, and empowers new work, new voices, and creative risk-taking. By introducing innovative artists, essential to broadening the national cultural landscape, the O’Neill serves as the Launchpad of the American Theater. From its campus in Waterford, Connecticut, the O’Neill has been home to more than 1,000 new works for the stage and thousands more emerging artists.</p>
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<p>O’Neill programs include the <a href="https://www.theoneill.org/npc">National Playwrights Conference</a>, <a href="https://www.theoneill.org/nmtc">National Music Theater Conference</a>, <a href="https://www.theoneill.org/nci">National Critics Institute</a>, <a href="https://www.theoneill.org/pup">National Puppetry Conference</a>, <a href="https://www.theoneill.org/cab">Cabaret & Performance Conference</a>, and <a href="http://www.nationaltheaterinstitute.org/">National Theater Institute</a>. Writers, directors, puppeteers, singers, students, and audiences alike take their first steps in exploring, revising, and understanding their work and the potential of the theater they help create. Scores of projects developed at the O’Neill have gone on to full production at theaters around the world. Work first performed at the O'Neill have gone on to regional theaters, Broadway, film, and television. Staff and alumni from the O'Neill have won every major award in theater arts. The O'Neill itself is the recipient of two Tony Awards, in 2010 for Regional Theatre and in 1979 for Theatrical Excellence. Additionally, the O’Neill has received the National Opera Award, the Jujamcyn Award of Theater Excellence, and the Arts and Business Council Encore Award. In September 2016, the O'Neill was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Obama in a White House ceremony celebrating the O'Neill's contribution to American culture.</p>
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<p>Among the hundreds of plays and musicals developed and premiered at the O'Neill are such notable works as John Guare's <em>The House Of Blue Leaves;</em> Brian Crawley and Jeanine Tesori's <em>Violet;</em> Wendy Wasserstein's <em>Uncommon Women and Others;</em> August Wilson's <em>Ma Rainey's Black Bottom</em>, <em>Fences,</em> and <em>The Piano Lesson;</em> Lee Blessing's <em>A Walk In The Woods;</em> <em>Nine</em> by Arthur Kopit, Mario Fratti, and Maury Yeston; <em>Avenue Q</em> by Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx, and Jeff Whitty; <em>In the Heights</em> by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes; <em>[title of show]</em> by Jeff Bowen and Hunter Bell; and Jennifer Haley's <em>The Nether</em>.</p>
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<p>Tiffani Gavin serves as the O’Neill’s Executive Director, joining in September 2020 after leadership roles at Clear Channel Entertainment and the American Repertory Theater, overseeing a staff of 38 full-time employees. The 32-member Board of Trustees is chaired by Tom Viertel, a Tony Award winning producer and the former Executive Director of the Commercial Theater Institute. For the fiscal year ending August 30, 2022, the O’Neill reported a total revenue of $5.1 million, with $3 million in contributions and grants and $2 million from programs and services. Total expenses were $5.4 million. </p>
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<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>The O’Neill gratefully acknowledges that its campus sits on land stewarded and cared for by the Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot, Eastern Pequot, and Nehantic tribes for generations. They honor and respect these nations, peoples, and their enduring relationship to this land. The town of Waterford, Connecticut is located in New London County, in the southeastern part of the state, and is surrounded by water on three sides. According to the American Community Survey of November 2022, Waterford has a population of 19,558 people, of whom 83% are white, 6% Black, 5% Hispanic, 3% AAPI, and 3% two or more races. The median household income is $67,333. </p>
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<p>Waterford and the surrounding area have a diverse economy with various industries contributing to its growth including healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors. The Lawrence + Memorial Hospital is one of the major employers and the area is also home to several educational institutions, including Connecticut College, the Coast Guard Academy, the University of Connecticut Avery Point campus, and Mitchell College. Manufacturing companies, particularly in the fields of pharmaceuticals, technology, and defense, are significant contributors to the local economy. Additionally, Waterford benefits from its proximity to the neighboring cities of New London and Groton, which are known for their naval and submarine manufacturing industries. This provides employment opportunities for Waterford residents as well.</p>
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<p>Waterford offers a high quality of life to its residents. The town has a suburban feel with a mix of residential areas, commercial districts, and natural landscapes. Waterford is located along the coastline, providing beautiful views and access to beaches. The Niantic Bay and Long Island Sound offer recreational opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities.</p>
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<p>Waterford has a well-regarded public school system and also has numerous parks, walking trails, and recreational facilities that promote an active lifestyle. Residents can enjoy a balance between the tranquility of suburban living and the convenience of nearby cities. Waterford has a strong community focus and supports local arts and culture. The town hosts annual events such as the Waterford Arts & Crafts Festival, which showcases the work of local artisans. There are also community centers and organizations that offer art classes, music lessons, and other cultural programs.</p>
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<p>Sources: ctvisit.com, waterfordct.org; towncharts.com; censusreporter.org; areavibes.com; datausa.io; point2homes.com</p>
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<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Artistic Director of the National Playwrights Conference (NPC) reports to the O’Neill’s Executive Director and leads and represents the NPC while in residence at the O’Neill’s campus in Waterford, CT, during the five weeks of the conference each summer and throughout the rest of the year. They will build upon NPC’s leadership in the field of new play development. The Artistic Director of the NPC will be responsible for setting short, medium, and long-term goals that align with the Executive Director’s and board’s vision for the O’Neill as a whole and must be available for quarterly board meetings (at least two of four each year). It is expected that the Artistic Director of the NPC will work collaboratively with their fellow Artistic Directors and programs, of which the NPC overlaps directly with the National Music Theater Conference, the National Theater Institute, and the National Critics Institute, to find synergies and best use of shared spaces.</p>
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<p><strong>Role and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Artistic Leadership and Process</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Create the application guidelines for prospective applicants each fall in partnership with the O’Neill’s literary office. (B. <span>The O’Neill is firmly committed to an open submissions policy for its applicants, with specific guidelines and processes to be shaped by the Artistic Director.)</span></li>
<li><span>Provide artistic leadership in the selection process for the Conference, including establishing</span> the group of readers and guidelines for the reading process that value how new writers are addressing form and content and includes a diversity of writing styles.</li>
<li>Finalize, for the Executive Director’s approval, a slate of six to eight pieces for each summer’s Conference, reflecting the broad range of styles, perspectives, and voices in the American theater.</li>
<li><span>Champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and access strategies, in alignment with the O’Neill’s mission and values, both through the work chosen and the artists and staff employed.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Teaching and Community Building</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Attend the National Theater Institute each fall and spring semester for four to seven days to teach, lead a directing workshop, or guide a related seminar.</li>
<li>Maintain and increase active contacts and outreach to both notable and early career artists and peer programs across the national landscape.</li>
<li>Create and/or sustain a nationally visible presence by developing and nurturing relationships with new and established playwrights and other artists.</li>
<li><span>Serve as a key spokesperson, representative, and ambassador for the NPC.</span></li>
<li><span>Take an active role in the wider community and cultivate key relationships and associations with regional and national centers of influence.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Revenue Enhancement, Fiscal Oversight, and Marketing</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Participate in fundraising for the NPC and the O’Neill, including meetings with funders, attending events, and introducing potential funders to the O’Neill.</li>
<li><span>Support the financial health of the organization by working in partnership with the Executive Director and senior staff to develop and track budgets and accounting systems that support the work of the Conference.</span></li>
<li>Collaborate closely with the Director of External Relations to promote the NPC across platforms.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Conference Hiring, Project Casting, and Production Support</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span>Foster a work environment prioritizing and modeling the O’Neill’s core values in collaboration with the other conferences.</span></li>
<li>Consult with the Line Producer to hire the NPC’s stage managers and other NPC-specific personnel with the intention to build and maintain a diverse team.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the playwrights to identify and select the directors, designers, and casts for their respective plays.</li>
<li><span>Partner with the Line Producer, General Manager, Production Manager, and other staff on all logistical details of the Conference.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>The Artistic Director of the National Playwrights Conference will be an artist of eclectic taste and sound judgement, with an extensive network in the theatrical community. The successful candidate will be able to guide the Conference with equanimity, addressing unexpected events fairly and decisively and defusing any conflicts. While prioritizing the playwrights, they will also consider and support the needs of the staff.</p>
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<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
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<ul>
<li><strong>Diplomacy</strong> <span>– The ability to handle difficult or sensitive issues effectively and tactfully.</span></li>
<li><strong>Teamwork and Appreciating Others</strong> <span>–</span>The facility to collaborate, encourage, and cooperate with others to meet objectives using a human centered lens and honoring the lived experiences of their collaborators.</li>
<li><strong>Resiliency and Flexibility –</strong> The ability to recover quickly from adversity, and to readily modify, respond, and adapt to change with minimal resistance.</li>
<li><strong>Decision Making and Project Management</strong> - <span>The capability to make prompt, sound decisions while identifying and overseeing all resources, tasks, systems, and people to obtain results.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>The National Playwrights Conference <span>does not require a minimum number of years of experience or specific educational credentials. Qualified candidates must possess dramaturgical skills and substantial experience with new play development as well as strong relationships with established and new playwrights across form and genre. Producing experience and a network of existing relationships and connections to artists, patrons, and audiences across the country are desired. They should demonstrate an active commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, anti-bias, and anti-racism policies. Experience partnering with fundraising teams is preferred. The position requires flexible work hours reflective of the dynamic schedule. Candidates with currently atypical paths toward artistic leadership are encouraged to apply (e.g., dramaturgs, literary managers, artistic program administrators, independent producers, freelance directors, playwrights, etc.).</span></p>
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<p><span><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></span></p>
<p>The O’Neill provides a competitive salary of $40,000 - $48,000 based on the position’s seasonal workflow, that varies throughout the year. Benefits of health, dental, and 403(b) are included. The Artistic Director position offers great flexibility and candidates are free to pursue other endeavors throughout the year, though such endeavors cannot conflict with leading the NPC. While the Artistic Director need not relocate to Waterford or Connecticut, they must be in residence at the O’Neill for the National Playwrights Conference. Housing and meals at the O’Neill are provided during the Conference.</p>
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<p><strong>Applications and Inquiries</strong></p>
<p>To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please click <a href="https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/artsconsultinggroup/job/d9onnhrd7riaqptssx3kni789a">here</a> or visit <a href="https://artsconsulting.com/employment/">artsconsulting.com/employment</a>. For questions or general inquiries about this job opportunity, please contact:</p>
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<p>Geoff Chang, Vice President</p>
<p>Flora Stamatiades, Associate Vice President</p>
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<p><strong>The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is committed to diversifying the future of the American theater through the stories we tell, the artists telling those stories, the staff supporting our work, and the audiences in our theaters. The O’Neill strives to cultivate a healthy and diverse community that recognizes the value of each individual and helps foster safety, civility, and respect for all people. All participants and employees in any O’Neill program, including students, staff, faculty, guests, and visitors, have the right to be free from racial, sexual and gender-based discrimination, harassment, and violence and all other forms of prohibited conduct.</strong></p>Long Wharf Theatre - Director of Marketing and Communicationstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2022-02-10:3365802:BlogPost:1990292022-02-10T16:09:24.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> has embarked on an unprecedented journey to usher in a new chapter for the Tony award-winning company. It is committed to building a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the New Haven community, working to reimagine the experiment that is the new American theatre.</p>
<p>The company is led by Artistic Director Jacob G. Padrón and Managing Director Kit Ingui. Jacob joined Long Wharf Theatre…</p>
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.longwharf.org/">Long Wharf Theatre</a> has embarked on an unprecedented journey to usher in a new chapter for the Tony award-winning company. It is committed to building a boundary-breaking theatre with, for, and by the New Haven community, working to reimagine the experiment that is the new American theatre.</p>
<p>The company is led by Artistic Director Jacob G. Padrón and Managing Director Kit Ingui. Jacob joined Long Wharf Theatre in February 2019, bringing extensive industry experience, including posts at The Public Theater, Steppenwolf Theatre, and Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and a vision for what is possible and what is next. In 2016 he founded The Sol Project, a national theatre initiative that showcases Latinx playwrights and artists of color through collaborative partnerships with leading theatres in New York and across the country. Kit Ingui joined the company in 2017 as Associate Managing Director and was promoted to her current post of Managing Director in October 2019, overseeing all operations of the theatre. Kit was formerly on staff at Joey Parnes Productions, working on numerous Broadway shows and has been a company manager for several acclaimed Broadway productions including <em>Hair</em>, <em>A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,</em> and <em>Passing Strange,</em> among others.</p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre began in 1965 in the most intriguing of spaces―a vacant warehouse and food shipping terminal facing the New Haven Harbor―with the opening of Arthur Miller’s bold political play <em>The Crucible,</em> which ran for two weeks. Since then, Long Wharf Theatre has been a unique home for theatre artists from across the country and around the world, hosting some of the biggest names and talents in the field at various stages of their careers. As a result, Long Wharf Theatre has transferred more than 30 productions to Broadway or Off-Broadway, including classics like <em>Wit</em> (Pulitzer Prize); <em>The Shadow Box</em> (Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award/Best Play); <em>American Buffalo, Quartermaine’s Terms</em> (Obie Award/Best Play); <em>The Gin Game</em> (Pulitzer Prize); and <em>The Changing Room.</em> Recent shows such as <em>Satchmo at the Waldorf; My Name is Asher Lev; Napoli, Brooklyn;</em> and <em>Meteor Shower</em> were staged and developed at Long Wharf Theatre before playing in New York.</p>
<p>Grounded in the pillars of artistic innovation, radical inclusion, and revolutionary partnerships, Long Wharf Theatre is seizing the change sweeping across American theatre, facing head-on both the provocative questions and new opportunities these times demand. The theatre plans to usher in a new producing model while remaining committed to using the power of theatre to bridge communities through its work onstage and offstage. Long Wharf Theatre is committed to a culture of inclusion and anti-racism that inspires fellowship; sharing stories that provoke empathy, acceptance, and understanding; removing real or perceived barriers to learning and discourse; and nurturing new voices to help make sense of our times. In its next chapter under the leadership of Jacob and Kit, Long Wharf Theatre will use the power of theatre to build bridges, spur new thinking, and excite our collective imagination through performance, education, and community partnership.</p>
<p>In the most recent publicly reported fiscal year ending June 30, 2020, Long Wharf Theatre reported total revenues of $5.9 million, with $4.6 from contributions and grants and $823,967 from program service revenue. In the same year, Long Wharf Theatre reported $6.5 million in expenses. Long Wharf Theatre is governed by a 26-member board of directors, led by Chair Nancy Alexander.</p>
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<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>New Haven is the cultural capital of Connecticut—a vibrant and welcoming community that celebrates arts and culture as catalysts for civic engagement and spiritual uplift. Founded in 1638 and one of the first planned cities in America, New Haven is home to Yale University, whose presence offers access to top notch medical care at Yale New Haven Hospital, renowned art museums, music, theatre, and lectures featuring internationally known speakers. Greater New Haven hosts a rich diversity of higher education institutions, including Quinnipiac University, Wesleyan University, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, Albertus Magnus College, and Gateway Community College.</p>
<p>A coastal city with New England charm and a distinct cosmopolitan influence, New Haven has a population of nearly 130,000 residents and is ranked among <em>U.S. News & World Report’s</em> 100 best places to live. New Haven is recognized as a city of innovation and prosperity with a small town feel. New Haven Green, a privately owned park and recreation area, remains a social center even today. As the birthplace of wide variety of inventions—from the Frisbee to the hamburger—it is no surprise that New Haven’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well, whether in the start-ups at Science Park or the craft breweries and artisanal bakeries appearing in once-abandoned warehouses. The local economy is defined by health care and social services. There is a strong tech community and a world-renowned architecture and design sector with principals like César Pelli. Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital provide many of the area's job opportunities, attracting highly specialized physicians, researchers, and academics.</p>
<p>New Haven is also a welcoming city to immigrants and, as result, has seen a growing population in contrast to some other places in Connecticut and the Northeast. In fact, a recent study by FiveThirtyEight that reviewed the education level, age, and ethnic diversity of every metropolitan area in the United States concluded that, of any place in America, New Haven most accurately reflects the demographics of the country as a whole in those areas. Demographically, the city is approximately 35 percent black or African-American, 32 percent white, 27 percent Hispanic or Latino, 5 percent <span>Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5</span> percent <span>American Indian or Alaska Native, and 4</span> percent <span>of people who identify as two or more races. Its surrounding region of 860,000 residents is 65</span> percent <span>white, 14</span> percent <span>black or African American, 17</span> percent <span>Hispanic or Latino, 4</span> percent <span>Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5</span> percent <span>American Indian or Alaska Native, and 2</span> percent <span>claiming two or more races. The changing face of America is personified in New Haven.</span></p>
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<p>Sources: bls.gov; usnews.com; gnhcc.com; fivethirtyeight.com</p>
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<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Director of Marketing and Communications, in partnership with the Artistic Director and Managing Director, will create the most compelling narrative and brand so the company can tell its story—past, present, and future. They will build brand and mission awareness for Long Wharf Theatre, drive earned revenue through ticket sales, and devise strategies to maximize public participation in the work of Long Wharf Theatre. This individual will be a bridge builder who creates accessible pathways to audiences that have not otherwise been represented, with the goal of radical inclusion in all marketing materials, social media platforms, and press strategies. They will create strategies to enhance relationships with existing members and subscribers while simultaneously inviting and encouraging them to join Long Wharf on its journey.</p>
<p>Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Artistic Director and senior leadership team, the Director of Marketing and Communications will ensure that all advertising campaigns, external messaging, and collateral materials fully represent the mission, vision, and values of Long Wharf Theatre. This individual will speak with the voice of New Haven, have the capacity to represent that voice externally, and be a central hub for communication materials across all departments. This individual will also be instrumental in supporting the theatre’s work in all areas of inclusion and anti-racism.</p>
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<p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><strong>Community Visibility and Earned Revenue</strong></p>
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<li>Actively collaborate with the Artistic Director and other senior-level staff on artistic programming and season planning.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Support marketing and communication efforts across the organization, including development, education, and community partnership needs.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Manage content and messaging for website and digital communications, including targeted email marketing, video production, and social media.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Serve as the brand manager and develop key messages for all of Long Wharf Theatre’s external communications.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide leadership in the creation of visual assets that dynamically tell the story of Long Wharf Theatre’s programming, new play development programs and membership /fundraising campaigns</li>
</ul>
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<li>Cultivate opportunities for audience development and community connections that serve and engage underrepresented and marginalized audiences.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Create and direct the implementation of an integrated marketing strategy and sales plan to support subscription, single ticket, and group sales goals through traditional tactics as well as in contemporary channels of digital media, direct response, and out-of-home advertising.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Ensure that the highest level of customer service is delivered during all moments of the patron experience by proactively managing the Box Office and Front of House team.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Guide all media relations, including writing and approving press releases, providing timely responses to media requests, and generating consistent local, regional, and national media interest.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Represent the Long Wharf Theatre as media spokesperson, as deemed appropriate by the Managing Director and Artistic Director.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Negotiate media placement, marketing sponsorships, and promotional partnerships.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other earned revenue and community visibility responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Data Analytics and Financial Accountability</strong></p>
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<li>Regularly conduct and analyze audience and market research to assess audience satisfaction, understand demographic and psychographic profiles, and hone tactics for increasing audience size and market footprint.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Prepare annual income goals for earned revenue with the Managing Director.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Create and manage expense budgets for all ticket sales campaigns, institutional marketing, and other related expenses.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Monitor sales, forecast revenue, and provide analysis of season and single ticket sales throughout the season.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Recommend appropriate demand-based pricing adjustments resulting from sales analysis.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Initiate additional promotions for events that experience lagging sales in a committed effort to achieve attendance and revenue goals.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Establish standardized reporting metrics to provide business intelligence regarding direct response rates and website data analytics.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other data analytics and financial accountability responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Team Building and Internal Communication</strong></p>
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<li>Manage the performance of and inspire a results-driven environment for the marketing and communications team.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Effectively delegate, actively initiate, and personally complete marketing projects.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Establish and maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with senior staff and board members.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Collaborate with the Director of Philanthropy to ensure necessary support for Long Wharf Theatre’s fundraising and organizational advancement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide strategic marketing and public relations support for all education and community partnership programs.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Share research and results, revenue and expense projections, and other marketing updates with the marketing team, senior staff, and board committees as required.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other team building and internal communication responsibilities as needed.</li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>As the company enters a new era, the Director of Marketing and Communications will lead from a place of collaboration. They will provide focused and strategic leadership that is grounded in rigor, curiosity, and joy. Guided by the core pillars of artistic innovation, radical inclusion, and revolutionary partnerships, the Director of Marketing and Communications will be a visionary leader who will bring collaboration, curiosity, and rigor to the marketing team. Long Wharf Theatre is looking to build a boundary-breaking future and is seeking a visionary leader to support the company’s evolution. They will exhibit a commitment to life-long learning with a healthy disregard for the status quo and a relentless curiosity. This individual will be a collaborative senior leader and an organized project manager with a robust understanding of organizational culture and change management. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be a participative manager who inspires a team by modeling behavior that achieves revenue goals through integrated marketing plans and a commitment to reaching new audiences. They will effectively communicate with judicious directness, both internally and externally.</p>
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<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
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<li><strong>Collaboration</strong> – The drive to work empathetically and effectively with others towards a common goal that benefits the team.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Creativity and Innovation</strong> – The ability to imagine, research, and implement new approaches, processes, and systems to achieve organizational goals. A willingness to suggest calculated risks as an active pathway to reach beyond what has been accomplished in the past.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Project Management, Planning, and Organizing</strong> – The capacity to develop procedures, processes, and systems for order, accuracy, efficiency, and productivity and to deliver desired outcomes within allotted timeframes.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Diplomacy</strong> – The adeptness to demonstrate superior cultural competence and awareness; effectively communicate with people across hierarchical and functional boundaries; understand cultural climate and organizational issues; and build rapport while displaying a sincere interest in the professional success of others.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Customer Focused</strong> – The aptitude to anticipate internal and external customer needs, wants, and expectations and to demonstrate initiative and willingness to work with the goal of meeting or exceeding those needs.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Goal Orientation</strong> – The willingness to take ownership of situations, accept responsibility for actions and results, and prioritize and complete tasks necessary to meet deadlines and achieve revenue goals.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Flexibility</strong> – The <span>agility to embrace and implement change when needed, serving as an inspiring leader.</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>A minimum of five to seven years of leadership experience in the field of marketing, public relations, and communications with increasing financial responsibilities is required. Experience in interpreting statistical data that advances decision making and a demonstrable track record of earned revenue results are also necessary. Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills are critical to success in the role. A nuanced understanding of inclusion and anti-racism with demonstrated leadership will be essential. The Director of Marketing and Communications will be an enthusiastic supporter of the theatre arts with a proven track record of success.</p>
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<p><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></p>
<p>Long Wharf Theatre offers a starting salary range of $100,000 to $110,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.</p>
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<p><strong>Applications and Inquiries</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Land Acknowledgement</strong></p>
<p>We acknowledge that indigenous peoples and nations have for generations stewarded the lands and waterways of what we now call the state of Connecticut. We honor and respect the enduring relationship that exists between these peoples and nations and this land. We are standing on the unceded territory of the Paugussett, Quinnipiac, and Wappinger peoples. We remind ourselves that along with stolen land came stolen people. It is our responsibility to the future to know our past.</p>
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<p><strong>Long Wharf Theatre is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and values diversity, inclusion, and equity in all forms.</strong></p>Job Opportunity - International Festival of Arts & Ideas - Director of Developmenttag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2020-10-26:3365802:BlogPost:1256342020-10-26T20:49:21.000ZArts Consulting Grouphttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/LaurenFoster
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.artidea.org/">International Festival of Arts & Ideas</a> (Festival) celebrates and builds community, engages with vital issues, and promotes the arts. Each year, the Festival highlights the City of New Haven’s diverse and culturally rich community with events featuring world-class artists, thinkers, and leaders. Its additional programs include the annual Visionary Leadership Award and educational opportunities like the High…</p>
<p><strong>Organization</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.artidea.org/">International Festival of Arts & Ideas</a> (Festival) celebrates and builds community, engages with vital issues, and promotes the arts. Each year, the Festival highlights the City of New Haven’s diverse and culturally rich community with events featuring world-class artists, thinkers, and leaders. Its additional programs include the annual Visionary Leadership Award and educational opportunities like the High School Fellows Program. The Festival was established in 1996 by Anne Calabresi, Jean M. Handley, and Roslyn Meyer, who envisioned an annual celebration in New Haven—a city steeped in a rich array of cultural and educational traditions—distinguished from other arts festivals by its fusion of the arts with events centered on sharing ideas.</p>
<p>In the Festival's first 24 years, it activated indoor and outdoor spaces throughout New Haven with live performances and lively conversations for hundreds of thousands of people. The digital screen became the stage in 2020, with the Festival successfully shifting its programming to an online format. The Festival officially concluded its 25<sup>th</sup> anniversary season on June 27, 2020, welcoming more than 120,000 virtual audience members from around the world over a three-month period. It hosted international visitors from Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, China, Ecuador, Estonia, France, Germany, Guyana, Hungary, India, Iraq, Ireland, Japan, Lithuania, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, Poland, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. All programming was presented free of charge with the exception of the KeyBank Food Series and Arts on Call, raising more than $35,000 and $10,000 respectively, all of which went directly to the participating local businesses and artists. The Festival's future will build on the best of both of these formats, centering access, community investment, and artistic excellence in both live and digital forms.</p>
<p>The Ideas programming was presented in partnership with Connecticut Humanities, a nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, with additional leadership support of Whitney Center and media sponsor CT Public. Executive Director of Connecticut Humanities Jason Mancini said, "In the midst of a global pandemic, Festival organizers thoughtfully and effectively shifted all programming to online portals and expanded access to new audiences. ‘Democracy: We the People’ brought together ideas and experiences from diverse voices and was responsive to long-term trends as much as real-time events that affect all of our citizens and communities." Virtual artistic offerings included the episodic video series <em>More or Less I Am</em>, inspired by Walt Whitman’s poem “Song of Myself” and created by Compagnia de’ Colombari (which was also streamed for inmates on Rikers Island); the Activist Songbook project, created by Aaron Jafferis and Byron Au Yong; Keigwin + Company’s Let’s Make a Dance workshop; and presentations by the Yale-China Fellowship program.</p>
<p>Rounding out the Festival’s nearly 200 events and 265 performances were the KeyBank Food Series, which brought New Haven chefs and mixologists into participants’ homes via Zoom; virtual Box City, in which children of all ages helped create a visionary recyclable model city of the future; a new Dinner Stories series; NEA Big Read and Juneteenth programs; and self-guided and virtual bike and walking tours. The majority of the 2020 virtual programming, including all Ideas events and content from previous years, is archived on the Festival’s website.</p>
<p>Nearly 1,500 New Haven residents enjoyed live, socially distant outdoor performances by local performing artists through the Arts on Call program, presented with support from the Elizabethan Club of Yale University and modeled after Sidewalk Serenades, a program created in March 2020 by Creative Alliance in Baltimore. In partnership with Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center and with funding from the State of Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Office of the Arts, the Festival also sponsored a series of Arts on Call performances for health care, emergency services, and other frontline workers in appreciation of their efforts in supporting and protecting the New Haven community.</p>
<p>The Festival is governed by a 32-member board of directors, led by Chair Gordon Geballe. Shelley Quiala became Executive Director in August 2020 and Co-Directors Liz Fisher and Tom Griggs will each retire later this year. The Festival has a year-round staff of 12 full-time employees, 70 seasonal employees, 120 volunteers, and up to 160 seasonal contractors. Current contributed revenue activities range from $2.5 million to $3 million annually, including approximately $500,000 from government sources, with increasing expectations focused on future philanthropic growth as the Festival continues to advance its mission and community service goals.</p>
<p><strong>Community</strong></p>
<p>The Quinnipiac are the Indigenous inhabitants along the Atlantic shoreline of what is now New Haven, Connecticut. Incorporated in 1638 as one of the first planned cities in America, New Haven today offers access to renowned art museums, music, theater, and lectures featuring internationally known speakers. The Greater New Haven area hosts a rich diversity of higher education institutions, including Yale University, Quinnipiac University, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, Albertus Magnus College, and Gateway Community College.</p>
<p>New Haven is recognized as a city of innovation and prosperity with a small town feel and diverse neighborhoods. The New Haven Green is a privately-owned park and recreation area that was established in 1810 to preserve its history, prevent its commercialization, and ensure that it remains an open and beautiful green space for enjoyment by the community. As the birthplace of wide variety of inventions—from the Frisbee to the hamburger—it is no surprise that New Haven’s entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well, whether in the start-ups at Science Park or the craft breweries and artisanal bakeries appearing in converted warehouses. The local economy is defined by health care and social services. New Haven also has a strong tech community and a world-renowned architecture and design sector. Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital provide many of the area's job opportunities, attracting highly specialized physicians, researchers, and academics.</p>
<p>Set amongst beautiful hills and estuaries, New Haven is the cultural capital of Connecticut. The region has an array of recreational activities and accessible transportation locally and throughout the Northeast corridor. This richly diverse city has a long tradition of welcoming immigrants from all over the world. In fact, one out of every eight residents is foreign-born and local students speak more than 100 languages at home. Another distinguishing characteristic is the city’s vibrant LGBTQ community and support systems. New Haven’s inclusivity has spurred a growing population in contrast to other places in Connecticut and the Northeast.</p>
<p>A recent study by FiveThirtyEight that reviewed the education level, age, and ethnic diversity of every metropolitan area in the United States concluded that, of any place in America, New Haven most accurately reflects the demographics of the country as a whole in those areas. Demographically, the city is approximately 35 percent black or African-American, 32 percent white, 27 percent Hispanic or Latino, 5 percent Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5 percent Native American or Alaska Native, and 4 percent of people who identify as two or more ethnic backgrounds. Its surrounding region of 860,000 residents is 65 percent white, 14 percent black or African American, 17 percent Hispanic or Latino, 4 percent Asian or Pacific Islander, 0.5 percent Native American or Alaska Native, and 2 percent claiming two or more racial identities. The changing face of America as part of a global community is personified in New Haven and the arts and ideas in New Haven reflect the world.</p>
<p>Sources: bls.gov; usnews.com; gnhcc.com; fivethirtyeight.com</p>
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p>
<p>The Director of Development will lead the Festival’s contributed revenue strategies and implementation, collaborating with the board and staff to increase annual philanthropic support from individuals, sponsors, foundations, and government agencies while also focusing on future endowment and planned giving initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Development will be an active member of the Festival’s leadership team and will work closely with the board of directors and the Development Committee in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors. The Director of Development will be charged with the creation and implementation of a strategic development plan that leverages the Festival’s success and role in the community to increase contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Director of Development will provide guidance to the development team, including the Major Gifts & Individual Giving Manager, Institutional Giving Manager, and Patron Services and Accessibility Coordinator, to ensure a seamless and high-performing advancement operation for the Festival.</p>
<p><strong>Roles and Responsibilities</strong></p>
<p><span><strong>Donor Identification, Cultivation, and Stewardship</strong></span></p>
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<li>Guide the creation and implementation of a strategic advancement plan that addresses the Festival’s short- and long-term fundraising goals in the context of its overall equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.</li>
<li>Lead the Festival in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors and prospects, designing and implementing strategies to increase levels of annual giving and legacy gifts, including those from diverse communities throughout the region.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Focus on the growth and revitalization of the planned giving program to effectively secure deferred gifts and celebrate the legacy of those who are committed to the Festival and vitality of New Haven.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Implement a plan to increase individual contributions and major gifts and explore innovative strategies to increase corporate, foundation, and government support for the Festival.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide guidance and support to the Development Committee and Nominating & Governance Committee in overall fundraising advancement activities, leveraging their networks to identify new donor and board prospects and stewarding existing donors towards a higher level of involvement.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Manage a portfolio of donors that includes current and lapsed donors and new prospects, cultivating and stewarding their interest and involvement in the Festival and resulting in increased levels of giving.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Embrace other donor identification, cultivation, and stewardship responsibilities, as appropriate.</li>
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<p><strong>Civic and Public Engagement</strong></p>
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<li>Develop a strong business case for the value of sponsorships and other financial or in-kind investments in the Festival, securing marquee sponsorships and building and expanding partnerships that align the Festival with the civic and business priorities of corporate partners.</li>
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<li>Design sponsorship opportunities with clearly articulated benefits and effectively market to new and potential business investors who deeply understand the value and investment in public programs and vast diversity of the Festival’s audiences.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Evaluate a broad-based member program (Festival Insiders) and identify opportunities to strengthen the intrinsic and extrinsic benefits that deepen commitment to the Festival’s inclusive, accessible, year-round, and community-wide activities.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Partner with the Executive Director to communicate the Festival’s civic investment strategy role to government agencies with a lens focused on equity, public engagement, diversity, and accountability.</li>
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<li>Embrace other civic and public engagement responsibilities, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Management and Administration</strong></p>
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<li>Oversee the Development Department, leveraging the institutional knowledge and skills of the team, mentoring staff to further develop their professional acumen, and encouraging an open and transparent work culture that supports the Festival’s goals and objectives.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Share information about development strategies, foundation and government grant funding, and sponsorship opportunities with Festival board and staff on a regular basis throughout the year.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provide financial oversight to the Development Department and collaborate with the Finance team in the forecasting and tracking of contributed revenue and expenses.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Ensure a healthy workplace and organizational policies that value experience and new ideas.</li>
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<li>Delegate appropriate responsibilities and perform succession planning in keeping with a well-managed operation and infrastructure that supports the organization and the communities it serves.</li>
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<li>Embrace other management and administration responsibilities, as appropriate.</li>
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<p><strong>Traits and Characteristics</strong></p>
<p>The Director of Development will be highly organized and focused on achieving individual giving and institutional advancement, fundraising, and community engagement goals. This individual will inspire and motivate the community and team members around a shared vision for the Festival’s long-term success. A visible and people-oriented development professional, the Director of Development will easily adapt to varying situations and be comfortable engaging with a wide range of individuals and institutions.</p>
<p>Other key competencies include:</p>
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<li><strong>Donor and Customer Focus</strong> – The aptitude to listen and learn about the priorities and interests of others, building on that knowledge to develop positive relationships with key community, civic, corporate, and philanthropic leaders.</li>
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<li><strong>Interpersonal Skills and Diplomacy</strong> – The ability to leverage networks of influence and build strong connections to enable progress towards institutional goals and the sensitivity to craft mutually beneficial agreements that deepen the engagement of donors and partners.</li>
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<li><strong>Teamwork</strong> – The dexterity to build trust and credibility with team members, recognizing and appreciating individual perspectives and contributions and leading the team towards consensus.</li>
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<li><strong>Self-Starting</strong> – The agility to take initiative, be persistent and achievement-oriented, possess a strong and deep-seated work ethic, and display self-confidence to overcome setbacks while maximizing organizational strengths and opportunities.</li>
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<li><strong>Personal Accountability</strong> – The capacity to evaluate professional actions and decisions, accepting responsibility and accountability and seeing new possibilities based on the examination and analysis of personal performance.</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>
<p>Qualified candidates will have at least five years of senior development and fundraising experience with demonstrated success securing six-figure major individual and legacy gifts, as well as corporate, foundation, and government support. An experienced and successful fundraiser, this individual will have a proven ability to achieve contributed revenue goals while being cognizant of best practices, trends, and innovations in the development arena. Candidates will also have depth and breadth of knowledge in strategic advancement, membership programs, annual fund giving, and prospect research. Leading candidates will be technologically savvy and possess knowledge of and interest in emerging trends in securing philanthropic support. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience plus evidence of significant, substantial, and increasing responsibility in a senior development role within an entrepreneurial, cultural, higher education, and/or social action organization are required. Candidates must also demonstrate strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with proven effectiveness in building partnerships and community relationships with racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse groups and individuals, as well as with corporations, foundations, and government agencies. Multilingual candidates are appreciated.</p>
<p><strong>Compensation and Benefits</strong></p>
<p>The Festival offers competitive compensation with employee benefits that include an excellent individual health insurance plan, dental benefits, paid parental and bereavement leave, vacation, paid time off, tax deferred annuity, and flexible spending account plan, among others. The starting salary is expected to be in the range of $100,000 to $125,000 with other compensation package items to be negotiated as appropriate.</p>
<p><strong>Applications and Inquiries</strong></p>
<p>To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please click <a href="https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/artsconsultinggroup/job/nawdrhy48djh4zmo1xy44fjcja" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> or visit <a href="https://artsconsulting.com/employment/" target="_self">artsconsulting.com/employment</a>. For questions or general inquiries about this opportunity, please contact:</p>
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<p>Dr. Bruce D. Thibodeau</p>
<p>President</p>
<p>Arts Consulting Group</p>
<p>292 Newbury Street, Suite 315</p>
<p>Boston, MA 02115-2801</p>
<p>Tel (888) 234.4236 Ext. 201</p>
<p>Email <a href="mailto:FestivalDOD@ArtsConsulting.com">FestivalDOD@ArtsConsulting.com</a></p>
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<p><strong>International Festival of Arts & Ideas is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate or</strong></p>
<p><strong>permit discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, transgender status, gender identity or expression, marital or pregnancy status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability,</strong> <strong>military status, lawful source of income, sexual orientation or physical disability,</strong> <strong>or any other class of persons or categories protected by law.</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong><strong>The Festival believes in centering Black and Brown communities that are targeted and abused</strong> <strong>by unjust systems of oppression. The Festival stands in solidarity with the communities, artists,</strong> <strong>and speakers with whom it collaborates and pledges that its support extends beyond the Festival’s performance dates. The Festival will do everything it can to help dismantle systematic racism and</strong> <strong>raises its voice with those in the community who are already engaged in this vital work. The Festival commits to working alongside the community to create transformative change in New Haven.</strong></p>