WEB Events Director 26-27

Southern Arkansas University; Whitman (MA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational award of $800/semester

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University offers a WEB Events Director position aimed at enhancing the student experience through various events. Candidates must be current full-time Whitman College students and possess strong attention to detail, professionalism, and communication skills. The role requires managing events, collaborating with peers, and attending frequent meetings. Compensation is via a stipend of $800 per semester, with a commitment of 4-10 hours per week including late evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be a current full-time student in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA).
• Fine attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and communication skills required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Attend all weekly WEB Director meetings and Office Hours.
• Manage frequent email and phone communication with the board and artists.
• Set up for, attend, and clean up after events/programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Dependability

Communication skills

Creativity

Self-motivation

Education

Current full-time Whitman College student

Job description

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This online application is due Sunday, April 25th by midnight. Your responses will be considered when reviewing your application to the position. Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.

STIPEND: $800/semester. This is an ASWC funded position that receives an educational award.

Description of WEB

The Whitman Events Board (WEB) consists of a team of student leaders who sponsor a variety of arts, cultural, educational and entertainment programs for the Whitman community. The directors work closely together under the supervision of the WEB Chair and the Student Activities Office to coordinate all aspects of these programs and campus events.

WEB’s mission statement is as follows: WEB is a student-driven organization enthusiastically committed to enhancing the student experience and fostering community development. Our mission is to provide and support stimulating and entertaining events while holding student interests in the highest regard.

WEB is funded and supported by the Associated Student of Whitman College (ASWC) and the Student Activities Office in the Reid Campus Center. The Student Activities Office seeks to provide students with learning opportunities outside the classroom. We therefore expect all WEB members to participate in experiences that develop and demonstrate leadership, character, confidence and responsibility. We anticipate that WEB directors will attain a level of competence in each of the following learning areas:

• Communication & Collaboration
• Self-Management & Appraisal
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Civic Engagement/Responsibility
• Event/Program Management

For more information about the learning outcomes for WEB, please visit https://www.whitman.edu/student-life/student-activities/learning-outcomes

Qualifications

• Current full-time Whitman College student, in good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA).
• Fine attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and communication skills.
• Creative and self-motivated.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• 4-10 hours per week.
• Late evenings and weekend availability required.
• Commitment to volunteering at events run by other directors.
• This position is compensated via a stipend of $800/semester.

There are 8 available positions on the team:

• Marketing Director
• Cosponsorship Director
• Budget Manager
• Music and Entertainment co-directors (2)
• Creative Arts Events Director
• Special Events Director
• Cultural Events Director

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of a WEB Events Director

• Attend all weekly WEB Director meetings, weekly WEB Office Hours, and other meetings as needed.
• Attend weekly 1:1 meetings rotating between WEB Chair & Advisor.
• Manage frequent email and phone communication with the board and/or agents and artists.
• Finalize contracts with the Assistant Director of Student Activities.
• Communicate with the WEB Marketing Director to ensure marketing materials are put out in a timely manner.
• Set up for, attend, and clean up after events/programs.