Creative Sonoma is dedicated to advancing and supporting the creative community of Sonoma County by producing programs and providing services to serve the needs of Sonoma County’s diverse arts sector. Creative Sonoma is a division of the Economic Development Board (EDB) with an advisory board comprised of 7-11 members who meet every other month to discuss strategic advice, outreach, promotional support, and program ideation. 
About the Position
Reporting to the Director of the EDB, the Creative Sonoma Director leads the Creative Sonoma division, supervises professional staff, and develops and implements programs that enhance the County’s creative economy positioning it on a national level. Broadly, the Creative Sonoma Director will be responsible for the following five areas:
Program Development and Management

• Translate the mission, vision, and strategic goals into effective programs that advance key initiatives
• Develop program strategy and growth trajectory
• Oversee current programs including professional development and training, grant-making, consulting, convenings, research and reports, public art, arts education, research and development for new programs and services, and other special projects
• Guide Creative Sonoma’s role as a hub for resources and information for the creative community to address emergencies

Fund Development and Fiscal Oversight

• Assist in the preparation and implementation of the annual budget
• Oversee fundraising to augment annual appropriations from the County
• Complete reports and adhere to guidelines and timelines for received grants
• Seek multi-agency and multi-department grant opportunities by identifying and collaborating with partners
• Manage and cultivate relationships with funders

Marketing and Outreach

• Develop relationships with leaders and influencers in the arts, creative, cultural, and entrepreneurial sectors which will provide financial or community visibility
• Actively advocate for the value of artists and creatives as valuable contributors to Sonoma County’s economic andcultural vitality
• Guide development of strategic communication tools such as online, media, etc.
• Develop targeted marketing campaigns including press releases and traditional and social media messaging
• Represent the organization at targeted local arts events

Policy and Advocacy

• Identify opportunities for policy and resource decisions advancing the inclusion, expression, and support of arts throughout the County
• Research and identify models for policy and systems change related to the promotion of the arts
• Cultivate key public and private sector relationships
• Represent Creative Sonoma at community meetings with other policy and advocacy organizations

Board and Staff Development

• Provide support and leadership for the Advisory Board including developing meeting agendas for board and committee meetings, regular communications, candidate solicitation and approval, and clear delineation of roles and responsibilities
• Help to inform and create practices for a strong workplace culture including clear systems of communication andmutual accountability, and opportunities for staff development and growth
• Manage and support a team of varied backgrounds with unique professional and lived experiences
• Assist with staff performance goals and evaluations