School Impact Manager
Company: Blumenthal Arts
Salary Range: Grade 15
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Chief Education Officer, the School Impact Manager develops and implements educational programs in alignment with organizational goals and with specific attention to programs and relationships with students and educators; trains and supervises the work of contract personnel; manages designated educational programs and events; support all education department efforts as a collaborative team member. This position will require occasional evening and weekend work to meet the needs of programmatic events.
Duties & Responsibilities
Professional Development Initiatives and Arts Educator Network
- Responsible for managing the Education Department’s professional development initiatives for educators within the Charlotte Region with specific focus on supporting regional arts educators and elevating the performing arts in education.
- Build a supportive network amongst area performing arts educators.
Program Management
- Oversee programs including Junior Theater Celebration, School Shows, The Arts Educator Network, Blumenthal L.E.A.P., The Blumey Awards, and Professional Development Keynotes and Workshops.
- Conceptualize and pursue creative opportunities to engage students through a variety of programs created and managed by the Education Department.
- Establish a full schedule of events for a variety of programs each season.
- Seek opportunities to increase engagement and broaden reach with intentional focus on equity, access, and inclusion.
- Reserve appropriate venues and request all set-up needs, confirming details with appropriate Blumenthal departments and other organizations/companies when events occur in other-than-Blumenthal-managed settings
- Coordinate logistical details for all staff, volunteers, and guests participating in programs and events, providing schedules, directions, parking, and other details as needed.
- Create and implement marketing plans for programs, including email campaigns, social media, and general website maintenance.
- Represent Blumenthal’s Education Department at designated events, acting as liaison between the public and Blumenthal.
- Support outcome measurement for initiatives and collaborations; including research and data collection.
- Create programs guide and expansion materials.
- Set program participation goals that align with department goals and funding.
- On-going program assessment and refinement.
- Maintaining program documentation including surveys, feedback, participation statistics, photos and videos as well as communicating information to marketing and development.
Contract and Financial Responsibilities
- Strategically define and maintain designated program budgets.
- Negotiate contracts with guest artists, including full execution of contractual arrangements.
- Manage credit card reconciliation reporting.
- Create invoices for external partners (e.g. schools, community organizations, etc.) to ensure timely payment when appropriate.
- Collaborate with Group Sales on ticket orders and reporting.
- Work in partnership with Community Impact and Partnership team to generate and implement funding plans to support strategies, including support for Annual Campaign and grant writing activities.
Relationship Development and Enhancement
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- Works with the Chief Education Officer in collaborating with Marketing, Programming, and other departments as needed to contribute toward successful BA programs, events, and festivals.
- Works with the Chief Education Officer in preparing and conducting planning and other meetings with teachers, school district arts leadership, and organization leaders for the purpose of exploring new initiatives and enhancing current programs as well as developing and fostering relationships.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in theater, theater education, or related field supplemented by a minimum of five years of experience in arts education and programming; theatre education experience required, or,
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Theater teaching experience in a school setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze problems and develop/implement creative solutions.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Proven track record of teaming with staff, volunteers, and a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks.
- Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, flexibility, judgment, discretion, and decision-making.
Physical Requirements
- Primarily sedentary role with prolonged periods sitting/standing
- Requires visual acuity for reading and computer tasks
- Requires use of hands and fingers for typing and handling office equipment
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
- Ability to walk between office and theater venues in Uptown Charlotte
- Ability to navigate back-of-house areas, which may include:
- Stairs
- Narrw passageways
- Low lighting conditions