Events and Communications Coordinator

Asian American Arts Alliance; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Asian American Arts Alliance is seeking an Events and Communications Coordinator to oversee A/P/A events and communications. The role requires strong organizational skills, exceptional communication abilities, and proficiency in various digital platforms.

Candidates should have at least three years of experience in event coordination and a Bachelor's Degree. The position offers opportunities to liaise with prominent collaborators in the A/P/A academic field and engage with the community.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience coordinating events and arts programming.
• High proficiency in social media and digital communications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage A/P/A events and communications effectively.
• Liaise with collaborators and guest speakers.
• Develop communication strategies for audience engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Digital and social media expertise

Writing, proofreading, and research skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in A/P/A Studies, Communications, Humanities, or Social Sciences

Master’s Degree

Tools

Canva

Wordpress

Mailchimp

Google Suite

Job description

20 Cooper Square, 3rd floor
New York, NY 10003

Deadline

Rolling

Posted

The Events and Communications Coordinator will help manage Asian/Pacific/American Institute (A/P/A) events and communications in consultation with the A/P/A Team. Liaise with A/P/A collaborators and invited guest speakers to ensure the smooth and professional execution of programs, and devise communication strategies to ensure high audience engagement. Provide support focusing on events, and develop and maintain communications for A/P/A through its website, social media, newsletters, print collateral, and other channels.

Requirements

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in A/P/A Studies, Communications, Humanities or Social Sciences, or related field
• Master’s Degree

Required Experience

• Three or more years experience coordinating events, as well as arts and cultural programming, expertise in A/P/A Studies or related fields, experience working on social media and other digital communications platforms.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent demonstrated written, proofreading, and research skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team.
• Knowledge of the A/P/A studies academic field, arts, culture, history, and beyond.
• Advanced working knowledge of various digital and social media platforms (i.e. Instagram, Zoom, X, etc.) and experience managing social media accounts for institutions.
• Working knowledge of Canva, Wordpress, Mailchimp, and Google Suite.
• Ability to work evening or weekend events three to four days per month.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Well-versed in accessibility standards to ensure compliance.
• Adobe Creative Suite proficiency, photography/video skills, and exhibition installation experience are a bonus.

Application Instructions

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