Part-time Art Services Associate

Company: http://www.thefield.org/

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Qualified applicants should a send cover letter, resume, three references and two writing samples (e.g., fundraising letter or grant proposal) in PDF format to: Shawn René Graham, Artist Services Manager at shawnrene@thefield.org.

This part-time position is responsible for reviewing written fundraising materials and grant proposals for The Field’s Sponsored Artist Program. The Associate, although self-directed, works closely with the Artist Services Manager, coordinating grant submission deadlines with artists and developing clear feedback communication strategies to enhance Sponsored Artists’ ability to produce clearly articulated, professional proposal and fund materials. The Associate may also be tasked with preparing fundraising materials for artists and advising artists on fundraising strategies and grant calendars.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for reviewing grants proposals to foundation and corporate sources, and preparing feedback for artists.
• Reviewing grant reports and ensuring that all sponsored artists comply with grant reporting as required by foundation/corporate donors.
• Reviewing written fundraising materials and providing effective feedback to artists.
• Assisting with other materials review as requested.
• Performing artist consultations as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong written communication skills; ability to provide feedback in a clear, structured way.
• Strong editing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of fundraising information sources.
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors.
• Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, collaborative approach to working one-on-one.
• Self-motivated and self-reliant to work effectively in a virtual environment.
• Ability to collaborate in a virtual team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Must be able to maintain client confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience with grant writing and previous experience with non-profit fundraising in the performing arts sector. The candidate must have experience working in deadline-driven, team environment and handling multiple assignments. The ability to devote 6 to 10 hours a week to reviewing materials, a weekly in-office meeting and occasional phone conversations with the Artist Services Manager is also required. Working artists in the performing arts are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE FIELD
Founded by artists for artists in 1986, The Field is dedicated to providing strategic services to thousands of performing artists and companies in New York City and beyond. We foster creative exploration, steward innovative management strategies and are delighted to help artists reach their fullest potential. Field programs, poised at the intersection between knowledge and practice, can be divided into Artistic and Management Services. In addition to these core services, The Field responds proactively to sector-wide challenges to the community through various special programs. Field artists receive grassroots funding as well as competitive and prestigious funding such as grants from Multi-Arts Production (MAP) Fund, Greenwall Foundation, New York State Council on the Arts, and American Express, to name just a few. Information on The Field’s programs and services can be found at http://www.thefield.org/.

THE FIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the express policy of The Field that all aspects of employment with The Field shall be based strictly on merit and qualifications without regard to race, religion, creed, color national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, age, disability, height, weight, handicap, Vietnam era or disabled veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. It is the responsibility of all employees of The Field to carry out this policy of equal employment opportunity.

COMPENSATION
This is an hourly position. Rate of pay is $19 to $23 per hour, depending on experience. There are no benefits offered.