Employment

Programs Coordinator

Reports to: Executive Director; Director of Exhibitions and Marketing

General position summary:

  • Manage planning and implementation of Piedmont Arts programs.
  • Help implement public relations efforts for Piedmont Arts.
  • Part-time, flexible hours

Principal duties and responsibilities:

Programming

  • Manage planning and implementation of events, programs, and fundraisers.
  • Work with the Director of Exhibitions and Marketing to coordinate distribution of marketing materials to local and regional businesses.
  • Along with the Director of Exhibitions and Marketing, act as a contact for media regarding Piedmont Arts programs, including interviews for print publications, appearing on TV, radio, etc. to promote programs as needed.

General

  • Collaborate cross-departmentally to advance the multi-disciplinary mission of the organization by working with all program areas to coordinate programming whenever feasible. These include, but are not limited to, performances, classes, workshops, lectures, films, and special events.
  • Assist in the promotion of Piedmont Arts as an intrinsic part of the Martinsville-Henry County community, serving at all times as a supporter of Piedmont Arts and an advocate of the arts.
  • Participate in Piedmont Arts sponsored events and activities as often as possible, demonstrating enthusiasm for all Piedmont Arts activities.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Director of Exhibitions and Marketing.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Strong knowledge and interest in visual and performing arts.
  • Strong writing, public speaking skills, and phone etiquette.
  • Demonstrated computer literacy.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

To apply: Send resume and cover letter to Executive Director Heidi Pinkston at hpinkston@piedmontarts.org.

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