Manager of Events and Earned Income, Visual Arts Organization
- Employer
- Southern Vermont Arts Center
- Location
- Vermont, United States
- Salary
- $45,000.00 - $50,000.00
- Closing date
- Apr 29, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Special Events, Administrative, Sales and Marketing
- Fields
- Arts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC) is seeking an entrepreneurial, energetic, and technologically savvy candidate to fill the newly created position of Manager of Events and Earned Income. The ideal candidate will help propel SVAC into a future of broader audience participation and financial sustainability by increasing events and opportunities for earned income. The Manager of Events and Earned income is a key position with both inward- and outward-facing responsibilities requiring interaction with a wide array of stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Restaurant, Gallery and Grounds Rentals: In tandem with SVAC’s
exclusive catering partner, promote, secure commitments, and
facilitate event logistics for high-profile catered rental events
such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate parties, and
fundraisers for area organizations.
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Work with Deputy Director to develop
collateral and market events to the broadest audience possible
Manage preparations and day-of
activities, keeping relevant staff members informed
Attend industry- or trade-related
events to elevate SVAC's profile as an exclusive destination
Performances/Theater Rentals: Develop creative events and partnerships to utilize SVAC’s Arkell Pavilion for non-catered events. Theater events may consist of coordinating rentals from area organizations and educational institutions as well as working with external booking agents for performances, concerts, and more.
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Network with area stakeholders and
organizations to maximize local interest
Develop relationships and
partnerships with performing arts organizations and/or booking
agents
Fundraising Events: Work with Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Development Committee to plan, implement, and maximize revenue for SVAC fundraising events such as galas, joint-fundraisers with nonprofit partners, exhibition openings, intimate dinners, and other ticketed and/or donor events.
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Provide logistical, operational,
administrative support for above events
Serve as liaison between SVAC and
catering partner
Secure event sponsorships
Develop event-related collateral and
communications
Membership: Maximize SVAC’s membership program to expand our audience and provide an important revenue stream
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Develop new/creative membership
drives and events
Plan and oversee member/donor travel
opportunities and other exclusive experiences, including conducting
research, developing itineraries, and managing budgets
Retail: Revitalize and expand SVAC’s Museum Shop and Art Sales programs to drive visitor and member engagement, increase sales, and further SVAC’s mission to promote and nurture the arts.
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Grow SVAC’s base of Museum Shop
artists and vendors
Create online commerce opportunities
for Museum Shop and exhibitions
Develop new retail-oriented
events
Partner with area organizations, such
as local inns and hotels, to promote SVAC’s retail
opportunities
In All Areas:
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Track associated income and expenses
and create required reports and analysis
Achieve annual revenue target and
regularly report on status
Develop sales strategies and related
marketing efforts
Work with Executive Director on
creating future budgets and institution-wide goals
Perform other duties as assigned or
required
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Executive Director, Deputy Director for Operations and
External Affairs, Manager of Education, Manager of Exhibitions and
Interpretive Engagement, Facilities Supervisor
External: SVAC Caterer, Development Committee, other external
partners
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Successful candidate will have a
bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in a
related field, or an equivalent combination of education and
experience
Facility with software including
Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Google Suite is
essential
Experience with relationship
management software and/or fundraising databases, and project
management software/applications (i.e. Trello), is preferred
Event, sales, or wedding planning and
coordination experience preferred
Excellent written, interpersonal and
verbal communication skills; ability to create positive
relationships and communicate with individuals from diverse
backgrounds
High attention to detail
Ability to project-manage, handle
diverse, simultaneous tasks, self-start and attend to follow-
through
Occasional flexibility to work
evenings for special events - especially during the high
season
Position Classification:
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Full-time, salaried (exempt) with
opportunities for year-end increases based on achieving revenue
goals in key areas
Wednesday - Sunday schedule with
flexibility for evening events
Working Conditions:
Ability to work in an open office environment subject to frequent
interruptions. Requires a great deal of interaction with the public
in person and via other means of communication. Involves some
outdoor work, including walking from various buildings around
campus. Must be available for occasional travel. Must be able to
work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift and carry file boxes and other awkward items
weighing up to 25 lbs, including up and down stairs. Requires
intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and
bending throughout the workday. Must be able to see and hear,
or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function
adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be
fully met.
SVAC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, age, gender identification, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
About Southern Vermont Arts Center
Southern
Vermont Arts Center (SVAC) is a multidisciplinary arts organization
in Manchester, VT with a mission to promote and nurture the arts.
SVAC strives to provide opportunities for local and regional
artists, to introduce the wider community to artwork and
performances of national relevance, and to engage diverse
audiences. To do this, SVAC creates a community space for the arts
through concerts and performances in the Louise Arkell Pavilion;
adult art workshops and children’s summer camps in the Hay Madeira
Education Studios; trails throughout its 100-acre campus and Stroup
Family Sculpture Park; and exhibitions and events in Yester House
and the Elizabeth de C. Wilson Museum.
To Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements
to:
Anne Corso, Executive Director, acorso@svac.org
Southern Vermont
Arts Center • P.O. Box 617 • Manchester, VT • www.svac.org
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