Program Coordinator, Rosemary Magee Arts Fellow - Emory College of Arts and Sciences

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Description

The Program Coordinator duties are organizing, coordinating, and planning operational facets of a program and its related activities which include, but are not limited to the following: establishing long-term operational objectives, researching factors that may impact the success of the program, and working with individuals or groups to research and document program requirements in order to provide appropriate input into the development of strategic plans.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops work plans to accomplish program goals and objectives and monitors progress toward their achievement.
• Conducts research and gathers information to develop various publications.
• Develops promotional materials which may include content for reports, briefings, newsletters, grants or other written information related to the program.
• Assists in developing and coordinating program-related conferences, conventions, or meetings.
• Monitors expenditures and may participate in the budget planning process and prepare financial reports.
• May assist in identifying funding resources and developing fund-raising strategies and initiatives.
• Prepares operational and statistical reports.
• Conducts training, represents the program at meetings and conferences, and networks with affiliated groups. May supervise assigned project staff, interns and/or volunteers.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the program.
• Two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

The Rosemary Magee Fellow develops a personal project during their time of service. This project should serve the arts community on campus and is not limited to a particular arts medium. Previous projects include creating career panels for queer artist development and networking; installing and running a gallery in the Career Center; creating Artslab, a visual arts studio initiative for all students in Cox Hall. The project can be short or long term but should be impactful for the arts community on campus.

• Assist in the planning of Emory Arts events, like the annual Wonderful Wednesday
• Assist with directing the STIPE Society of Creative Scholars
• Work with The Pathways Center to plan and execute career development programming for arts students
• Serve as an Emory Arts representative, coordinator and liaison with student clubs and student facing campus departments and offices
• Assist with special projects, research, and administrative needs for Emory Arts, arts departments, and programs
• Assist with the running and development of Artslab, a visual arts studio initiative for all students on campus. This could involve maintaining a budget, scheduling work study students’ hours, and planning events for the space
• Assist with the running and development of The Music Den, a free access space for music gear in addition to practice space
• A large percentage of the assignments involve writing, organizing and communicating (especially phone calls and email) to colleagues or constituents on and off-campus/within and beyond Emory Arts. Regular work hours are 9 - 5 Monday through Friday, plus special events. Flexibility in work schedule may be provided when arranged with the supervisor in advance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Emory College students/alumni who have graduated or will graduate between May 2023 and May 2025 with a major(s) and/or minor(s) in Theater, Music, Dance, IVAC, Film & Media, Art History and/or Creative Writing
• Exceptional writing, communications, research, time-management, and organization skills
• Knowledge and interest in marketing and communication with undergraduate student demographic
• Strong background, interest, and knowledge of the arts, especially Emory Arts
• Self-starter with proven ability to take initiative and complete projects
• Direct experience with multiple arts disciplines and Emory Arts departments preferred
• Positions in this classification may have various lifting requirements up to 20 pounds and require the ability to bend, stoop and twist
• A valid driver's license and consistent access to an insured, reliable vehicle

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at departme