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State University of New York at Oswego Assistant Director of Arts Programming in Oswego, New York
Location: Oswego, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Fri Feb 16 2024 Job Description:
Description of Department:
ARTSwego serves as a catalyst for high-quality arts programs that enhance the cultural environment of the university and augment academic offerings. Hosting between 8 and 10 performances a year between two performing arts series, ARTSwego seeks to introduce students to art forms and performances by artists from around the world, different from those offered by the mass market. ARTSwego is a small department consisting of the Director of Arts Programming and Assistant Director of Arts Programming, with support from undergraduate interns and graduate assistants.
The School of Communication, Media and the Arts (SCMA) is one of four schools at SUNY Oswego. In addition to ARTSwego, it houses the academic departments of Art and Design, Communication Studies, Cinema and Screen Studies, Music, and Theatre. All departments have an outward-facing mission for the greater community in the form of concerts, exhibitions, recitals, plays, film festivals, and other arts events each year.
The School of Communication, Media and the Arts at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill the full-time Assistant Director of Arts Programming.
Posting Date: February 16, 2024
Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Compensation: Minimum salary (https://www.suny.edu/hr/compensation/salary/) $56,500 commensurate with experience plus full New York State benefits package.
Benefit Information: The State University of New York provides an excellent benefit package. Click here (https://www.suny.edu/benefits/) for more information.
Date of Appointment: As soon as possible
Description of Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director of Arts Programming at SUNY Oswego serves as administrative point-person for all ARTSwego operations and funded programs. This dynamic position involves overseeing a consistent and vibrant brand for all communication and marketing strategies, creating or overseeing the creation of promotional and marketing materials to ensure ARTSwego's presence remains compelling and cohesive, and supporting event coordination throughout the ARTSwego season. Responsibilities extend to coordinating activities for ARTSwego performers, the Artist-in-Residence, facilitating poster and program design processes for Theatre Department performances, and overseeing interns and/or graduate assistants. Additionally, the Assistant Director of Arts Programming interfaces with faculty from various departments, fostering collaboration through ARTSwego programs, event support through the ARTSwego funding opportunities, departmental arts event promotion and encourages faculty participation. Seeking a creative and organized individual with a passion for the arts, this role plays a pivotal part in the success and growth of SUNY Oswego's vibrant arts community. The Assistant Director of Arts Programming will work closely with the Director of Arts Programming, the Dean of the School of Communication, Media and the Arts, as well as faculty and staff from across campus.
Occasional evening and weekends required for assisting with performing arts events.
In addition, the Assistant Director of Arts Programming will be expected to display a commitment to undergraduate and/or graduate education, and possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with an increasingly diverse array of students and colleagues.
SUNY Oswego works continuously to create an inclusive environment which respects, embraces, and promotes cultural safety, belonging, civil discourse, cultural humility, and other values and goals outlined in SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan. (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) As such, the incumbent is expected to contribute to these efforts and possess communication and interpersonal skills necessary to engage effectively with an increasingly diverse community of students and colleagues.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree by time of appointment, or bachelor's degree plus 3 years relevant experience
Experience in publicity and marketing
Ability to use Google suite/Microsoft office suite
Basic office skills including experience using various social media platforms
Valid driver's license
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Proficiency in Adobe Cloud applications, InDesign and/or Photoshop
Experience in the arts and/or event management
Experience reviewing artist contracts and/or grant writing
At SUNY Oswego we value the diversity found in each member of our campus community and strive to create a community where that diversity is embraced and enhanced. Recognizing the strength of diversity, our mission is to foster an environment which respects, embraces and promotes cultural competence, civil discourse and active engagement in developing an inclusive and vibrant community of scholars who act as transformational agents of change and responsible citizens of the world. For more information see SUNY Oswego's Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan (https://ww1.oswego.edu/diversity/) .
As a candidate seeking consideration you are asked to submit a separate statement specifically addressing how your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion has been evidenced in your career experience and professional activity, and/or community service (volunteer work, etc.), and/or professional development. (Please see Application Instructions)
Additional Information:
Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. Please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy) to see our full non-discrimination policy.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing hr@oswego.edu.
For Campus Safety information, please click here (https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report) to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery).
SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. Click here (https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco_smoke_free_policy_final.pdf) for further policy details, including education and cessation resources.
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Search Chair:
Krystal Kennel at krystal.kennel@oswego.edu
Visa sponsorship not available for this position