DIRECTOR OF MEDIA AND PUBLIC RELATIONS—South Coast Repertory seeks an experienced messaging strategist to manage the communication plan for a 4-stage season, theatre conservatory and annual Pacific Playwrights Festival. This position manages media relations, in-house publications and digital/social media strategies. She/he supervises a staff of two and reports to the Marketing and Communications Director. Strategic planning, writing, editing, photography, strong interpersonal skills and five years’ experience in media relations required (theatre experience preferred). Send resume, cover letter and writing samples to MediaPRSearch@scr.org. SCR is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in all areas of its operation.
Full Time
Appraisals Coordinator, Trusts & Estates
Our Los Angeles based Trusts & Estates department is seeking an organized and resourceful Appraisals Coordinator for immediate hire.
Under the direction of our Vice President, T&E, this hire will play a key role in connecting our clients and staff to the T&E department by providing administrative support during the appraisal process, tracking invoices and communication, and helping streamline processes to maximize efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a responsible candidate who is interested in learning more about a global auction house and business.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
• Initial point of contact for incoming calls and inquiries regarding our appraisal services and general Bonhams auction offerings
• Provide clients with detailed information regarding our appraisal and consignment services and fees
• Work closely with our Specialists to accurately enter and update appraisal information using our in-house database
• Proof, edit and ensure appraisals are in compliance with company standards and requirements
• Put together and send appraisal documents ahead of client meetings and presentations
• Actively track and maintain all materials and documents through the entire appraisal process
• Maintain central appraisal work files with all relevant and required information
• Process and send appraisal invoices to client and follow-up when necessary
• Maintain reports on appraisal statistics
• Report all customer and client comments; communicate issues and resolution steps
• Develop recommendations to streamline work processes, enhance services, and maximize profitability
• Be available to occasionally telephone bid during our auctions
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed by the VP and team members
Essential Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• One to two years continuous experience in a similar position
• Have excellent time management and multitasking skills while working on multiple projects
• Be extremely well organized and able to work independently, as well as with staff at all levels
• Possess excellent communication skills, both in-person and over the phone
• Be courteous and exercise utmost discretion when working with confidential information
• An interest in and understanding of fine art and auction business is helpful
• Be proficient in Outlook platforms
Please email your resume and cover letter in PDF format to Recruitment.
Bonhams offers health, dental and vision benefit options, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, pre-tax commuter benefits and more. We thank you for your interest in this position, please note that we will only contact candidates chosen for further consideration. No phone inquiries please.
Bonhams is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Arts for LA activates artists and organizations, and leads communities to advocate for an equitable, healthy, and creative Los Angeles region.
DESCRIPTION
Arts for LA seeks a full-time Director of Strategic Partnerships to grow the family of foundation, corporate, individual and organizational membership partners, while growing earned revenue through cross sector (government, nonprofit and business) partnerships. This position is critical in laying the groundwork for the organization’s long term financial sustainability. The Director of Strategic Partnerships will build and execute the development plan, and implement the information technology systems to support the function. The will over the organization of special events.
Reports to: Executive Director
RESPONSIBILITIES
Foundations
● Nurture the relationship with our long-standing foundation partners while growing our base of new partners, both local and national,
● Developing and tracking proposals and reports for all foundation fundraising.
Membership Development and Services
● Grow a generous family of individual and organizational members who are engaged by programs, advocacy initiatives, and aggressive marketing efforts,
● Carefully and thoughtfully cultivate, steward, and solicit individual and organizational members over time to provide the base for the organization’s fundraising efforts,
● Create and implement annual membership acquisition and renewal campaigns for organizations which include digital advertisements, email, direct mail, and phone,
● Update and maintain membership records and produce timely acknowledgement letters,
● Assist members with day-to-day needs, including facilitating member benefit usage,
● Support regular communication with the membership base, including monthly meetings.
Sponsorships
● Prospect, cultivate, solicit, and stewart sponsors, corporate partners and exhibitors,
● Create sponsorship materials for events and other programs,
● Structure custom-fit partnerships with sponsors that drive prolonged, mutual benefit,
● Nurture the relationship from first time sponsors to long term, strategic partners,
● Ensure sponsorship deliverables are met in a timely manner and draft necessary reports,
● Collaborate with partners to maximize the impact of expertise, product and marketing.
Cross-Sector Partnerships
● Work to identify and foster powerful cross sector (government, nonprofit and business) partnerships for the realization of mission and funding diversification,
● Develop and execute contracted service strategies for increased earned revenue.
Other
● Organize cultivation and membership events,
● Share in the day-to-day operations of the organization as it relates to the duties of the position or as in the normal course of the running of the office as do the other staff members (i.e. special projects, conferences, logistics etc.).
ELIGIBILITY
Ideal candidates should hold the following qualifications and experience:
● Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in development.
● Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and external communication skills.
● Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including ability to facilitate and train
● Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends.
● Licensed driver with reliable transportation and ability to meet AFLA’s minimum auto insurance requirement.
Preferred, but not required skills :
● Experience interacting with non profit boards
● Awareness of Los Angeles arts community and local government structures
● Public relations experience
● Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
COMPENSATION
Full Time position – Starting salary range $65,000, dependent on experience Benefits include: health, vision, dental care and vacation. Applications close July 7, 2021 11:59pm. Proposed start date, July 2021. Post Covid, in person office hours.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit resume, cover letter, writing sample (i.e. development plan, grant application, membership solicitation or sponsorship deck) and 3 references to info@artsforla.org with the subject line: “Director of Strategic Partnerships.”
Arts for LA are equal employment opportunity employers and we strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply. Arts for LA do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Leadership Development Manager
Arts for LA activates artists and organizations, and leads communities to advocate for an equitable, healthy, and creative Los Angeles region.
DESCRIPTION
Arts for LA seeks a full-time Leadership Development Manager to grow and execute the leadership development programs designed to support the professional development of creative leaders in greater Los Angeles. Managing and executing both the ACTIVATE Leadership Development program and our network of Emerging Arts Leaders in Los Angeles are key priorities of this position. The Leadership Development Manager will plan, execute and lead both priorities with the guidance of the Director of Organizing.
Reports to: Director of Organizing
RESPONSIBILITIES
PROGRAM SUPPORT (60%)
The Leadership Development Manager will support the Director of Organizing in the execution of Arts for LA’s various leadership programs by:
● planning and facilitating sessions of the ACTIVATE Arts Advocacy Leadership program,
● coordinating outreach to guest speakers and panelists,
● serving as point of contact for program participants,
● working with community leaders to plan and execute a program of networking events, panel discussions, and community convenings for alumni of the ACTIVATE programs and other emerging arts & culture leaders in the region,
● supporting the planning, coordination, and execution Arts for LA’s annual State of the Arts Summit,
● providing support for other Arts for LA programs as needed.
ADMINISTRATION (30%)
The Leadership Development Manager will
● manage the organization’s GSuite account and emails, as well as correspondence between the ACTIVATE and various membership networks,
● send reminders to team members,
● manage meeting invitations and RSVPs,
● create spreadsheets and surveys,
● coordinate ACTIVATE application & selection processes.
ORGANIZING & MOBILIZATION (10%)
The Leadership Development Manager will work closely with the Director of Organizing to:
● continue developing the organization’s ladder of engagement,
● identify, engage, and retain dynamic community leaders capable of leading Arts for LA’s campaigns and advocacy efforts,
● mobilize current & former program participants in support of Arts for LA’s agenda & policy goals,
● expand Arts for LA’s base and constituency.
PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED SKILLS :
● Awareness of Los Angeles arts community
● Experience with social media outreach
● Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Ideal candidates should hold the following qualifications and experience:
● Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in program management and delivery
● Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including ability to facilitate and train
● Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends
● Licensed driver with reliable transportation and ability to meet AFLA’s minimum auto insurance requirement
COMPENSATION
Full Time position – Salary range begins at $53,000, dependent on experience Benefits include: health, vision, dental care and vacation. Applications close July 7, 2021 11:59pm. Proposed start date, July 2021. Arts for LA is a hybrid workplace which includes in-person office hours and work from home.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit resume, cover letter and 3 references to info@artsforla.org with the subject line: “Leadership Development Manager.”
Arts for LA is an equal employment opportunity employer and we strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply. Arts for LA do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Arts for LA activates artists and organizations, and leads communities to advocate for an equitable, healthy, and creative Los Angeles region.
DESCRIPTION
Arts for LA seeks a full-time Director of Strategic Partnerships to grow the family of foundation, corporate, individual and organizational membership partners, while growing earned revenue through cross sector (government, nonprofit and business) partnerships. This position is critical in laying the groundwork for the organization’s long term financial sustainability. The Director of Strategic Partnerships will build and execute the development plan, and implement the information technology systems to support the function. The will over the organization of special events.
Reports to: Executive Director
RESPONSIBILITIES
Foundations
● Nurture the relationship with our long-standing foundation partners while growing our base of new partners, both local and national,
● Developing and tracking proposals and reports for all foundation fundraising.
Membership Development and Services
● Grow a generous family of individual and organizational members who are engaged by programs, advocacy initiatives, and aggressive marketing efforts,
● Carefully and thoughtfully cultivate, steward, and solicit individual and organizational members over time to provide the base for the organization’s fundraising efforts,
● Create and implement annual membership acquisition and renewal campaigns for organizations which include digital advertisements, email, direct mail, and phone,
● Update and maintain membership records and produce timely acknowledgement letters,
● Assist members with day-to-day needs, including facilitating member benefit usage,
● Support regular communication with the membership base, including monthly meetings.
Sponsorships
● Prospect, cultivate, solicit, and stewart sponsors, corporate partners and exhibitors,
● Create sponsorship materials for events and other programs,
● Structure custom-fit partnerships with sponsors that drive prolonged, mutual benefit,
● Nurture the relationship from first time sponsors to long term, strategic partners,
● Ensure sponsorship deliverables are met in a timely manner and draft necessary reports,
● Collaborate with partners to maximize the impact of expertise, product and marketing.
Cross-Sector Partnerships
● Work to identify and foster powerful cross sector (government, nonprofit and business) partnerships for the realization of mission and funding diversification,
● Develop and execute contracted service strategies for increased earned revenue.
Other
● Organize cultivation and membership events,
● Share in the day-to-day operations of the organization as it relates to the duties of the position or as in the normal course of the running of the office as do the other staff members (i.e. special projects, conferences, logistics etc.).
ELIGIBILITY
Ideal candidates should hold the following qualifications and experience:
● Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in development.
● Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and external communication skills.
● Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including ability to facilitate and train
● Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends.
● Licensed driver with reliable transportation and ability to meet AFLA’s minimum auto insurance requirement.
Preferred, but not required skills:
● Experience interacting with non profit boards
● Awareness of Los Angeles arts community and local government structures
● Public relations experience
● Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
COMPENSATION
Full Time position – Starting salary range $65,000, dependent on experience Benefits include: health, vision, dental care and vacation.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit resume, cover letter, writing sample (i.e. development plan, grant application, membership solicitation or sponsorship deck) and 3 references to info@artsforla.org with the subject line: “Director of Strategic Partnerships.” Applications close July 7, 2021 11:59pm. Proposed start date, July 2021. Post Covid, in person office hours.
Arts for LA are equal employment opportunity employers and we strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply. Arts for LA do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Director of Public Policy and Advocacy
Reports to: Executive Director
Work Schedule: Full Time
Exempt Status: FLSA Exempt
ABOUT ARTS FOR LA
Arts for LA activates artists and organizations, and leads communities to advocate for an equitable, healthy, and creative Los Angeles region.
DESCRIPTION
AFLA seeks a Director of Public Policy & Advocacy to help lead strategy and positioning on arts and culture issues. This position will be responsible for developing AFLA’s annual policy agenda and policy priorities that further organizational goals. He/she/they will lead government affairs strategy and help develop advocacy campaigns with an eye towards advancing AFLA policy agenda at the local level. He/she/they will also build critical relationships with stakeholders of AFLA to advance policy values and priorities pertaining to arts and culture.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in policy and legislative advocacy, as well as demonstrated experience building productive relationships with key stakeholders. He/she/they will also have excellent analytical skills with an ability to think critically and write effectively. An understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to the success of this role, and candidates should be prepared to articulate how they will approach policy analysis and development with an equity lens. The position is an opportunity to serve as the resident policy expert for an influential public policy and advocacy organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
● Develop the organization’s annual policy agenda and supporting advocacy strategies to move those policies forward.
● Lead policy development on arts and culture issues. Assist with data analysis, research projects and author policy reports, issue briefs, and fact sheets that analyze arts and culture policy issues affecting artists, arts organizations and cultural communities.
● Manage day-to-day government affairs on arts and culture issues for the policy department, including rapid response analysis of bills and policy proposals. Build and maintain relationships with City Council and County staff, administrative staff, and other policymakers, and represent AFLA in meetings and communications to advance our policy agenda.
● Support efforts to coordinate arts and culture policy and advocacy efforts/campaigns across the Los Angeles County region.
● Represent the organization at external events, including coalition meetings, to foster our external relationships and collaborate strategically with partners.
● Serve as an on-record spokesperson for AFLA on arts and culture policy at events, in official statements, and in the media.
● Support the development of arts and culture issue advocacy trainings and consumer education materials.
● Contribute to the development of arts and culture related fundraising proposals and execute policy grant deliverables as necessary.
● Supervise policy interns and seasonal staff, with the potential to manage additional staff members in the future.
REQUIRED SKILLS
● Five to seven years of relevant experience in policy and politics, experience can be across different issue areas
● Knowledge of local and state policy preferred.
● Excellent research and writing ability, including an existing portfolio of policy materials
● Experience successfully leading legislative advocacy campaigns
● Experience managing projects with multiple teams and competing priorities
● Experience building and managing relationships with external partners
● State, County or City experience preferred. Should have existing relationships with policy stakeholders
● Willingness to register as a lobbyist
PREFERRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED SKILLS
● experience with non profit board management
● awareness of Los Angeles arts community and local government structures
● experience with social media outreach
COMPENSATION
● Starting salary range: $65,000
● Benefits include: health, vision, dental care and vacation.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications close July 7, 2021 11:59pm. Submit resume, cover letter, writing sample (i.e. policy agenda, communications sample, research and/or policy reports and 3 references to info@artsforla.org with the subject line: “Director of Public Policy and Advocacy Position.”
Arts for LA is an equal employment opportunity employer and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Arts for LA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, where not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
