Help Us Celebrate 10 Years of Arts4Schools and Launch What's Next

Arts for Schools Inc formerly Arts in CT; Hamden (CT); On-site; Full time

Job description

Arts4Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education through the power of the arts. We specialize in customizing high-quality arts integration programs that align with the unique needs and cultures of schools. Our offerings include live performances, artist-in-residency programs, before- and after-school enrichment, and professional development for educators.

With over 10 years of service and more than 65,000 students reached, Arts4Schools partners with schools to deliver joyful, hands-on learning experiences that support academic success, creativity, and cultural awareness. From visual and performing arts to STEAM, holistic arts, and multicultural programs, we ensure that every child has access to the arts, no matter their zip code.

Arts4Schools 10th Anniversary Festival Planning Committee

Help Us Celebrate 10 Years of Impact!

Arts4Schools is preparing for its biggest celebration yet, our 10th Anniversary Festival, honoring a decade of transforming lives through the arts while raising funds to ensure our mission continues for years to come.

We are seeking passionate volunteers, professionals, artists, community leaders, and supporters to serve on our Festival Planning Committee. Whether you have a few hours each month or would like to take on a leadership role, there is a place for you.

Committee Opportunities

Festival Director

Provides overall leadership, coordinates committee meetings, oversees timelines, and ensures all committee teams work together successfully.

Venue & Logistics Team

Researches and secures the festival location, coordinates site visits, assists with room layouts, parking, accessibility, vendor placement, signage, equipment, permits, and day of event logistics.

Corporate Sponsorship Team

Builds relationships with businesses, foundations, and community partners, secures sponsorships, in-kind donations, and develops long-term partnerships.

Fundraising & Auction Team

Plans fundraising activities, secures silent and live auction donations, coordinates raffles (where permitted), manages donor recognition, and helps maximize fundraising opportunities during the event.

Vendor & Artist Relations Team

Recruits artists, artisans, authors, cultural organizations, exhibitors, and marketplace vendors while coordinating booth assignments and participant communications.

Entertainment & Programming Team

Schedules performances, coordinates performers, speakers, demonstrations, workshops, cultural presentations, and develops the festival program.

Community Outreach Team

Reconnects with former students, families, alumni, teaching artists, schools, educators, principals, PTOs, volunteers, board members, and community organizations to invite them to participate and attend.

Marketing & Public Relations Team

Promotes the festival through newspapers, television, radio, podcasts, community calendars, newsletters, blogs, and community organizations while helping increase public awareness.

Digital Marketing & Social Media Team

Creates engaging content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and email campaigns. Assists with graphics, videos, photography, livestreaming, and online engagement before, during, and after the festival.

Volunteer Coordination Team

Recruits, trains, schedules, and supports volunteers while ensuring every area of the festival is fully staffed.

Hospitality Team

Coordinates guest services, VIP reception, speaker hospitality, volunteer refreshments, registration, information tables, and ensures every guest feels welcomed.

Decorations & Experience Team

Designs the atmosphere of the festival, including decorations, signage, centerpieces, displays, photo opportunities, children's activities, and interactive experiences.

Government & Community Relations Team

Builds relationships with elected officials, civic organizations, chambers of commerce, tourism offices, colleges, universities, and community leaders while securing proclamations and community support.

Finance & Budget Team

Tracks expenses, sponsorship income, vendor payments, auction proceeds, ticket sales, and assists with financial reporting and accountability.

Grant & Resource Development Team

Identifies grants, community funding opportunities, donated materials, equipment loans, printing, supplies, and other resources that reduce festival expenses.

Media & Storytelling Team

Collects testimonials, interviews alumni, captures photos and videos, documents the festival, and preserves the stories of Arts4Schools' impact over the past ten years.

Safety & Operations Team

Works with venue staff, security, emergency services, and volunteers to ensure a safe, organized, and family-friendly environment.

Who Should Join?

• Event Planning
• Marketing
• Sales
• Fundraising
• Education
• Arts & Culture
• Graphic Design
• Photography & Videography
• Social Media
• Business Development
• Public Relations
• Community Organizing
• Hospitality
• Project Management
• Volunteer Management
• Communications
• Finance
• Technology
• Logistics

Most importantly, we welcome individuals who believe in investing in children, strengthening communities, and celebrating the belief that Everything is an Art. Together, we can create an unforgettable celebration that honors our past while building the future of Arts4Schools.