New York Program Manager
SAG-AFTRA Foundation
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 9/13/2022 7:02:00 AM PST
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Reporting to the Director of Performer Programs, New York, the New York Program Manager will manage the SAG-AFTRA Foundation ''Conversations'' and ''The Business'' programs in New York and will collaborate with the Programming team in New York and Los Angeles on online programming. The Program Manager will be the primary point of contact for local programs and will interact with studios, distributors, publicists, talent, and vendors to organize and execute events for SAG-AFTRA members.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for film, television, theater, and performance arts, combined with a curator's sensibility. They will exhibit initiative, quick-thinking, conscientiousness, and an understanding of and dedication to the mission of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. Due to the nature of the events, this position will oversee, it will require frequent evening hours and weekend work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manages scheduling of in-person programming in New York and select online events. Coordinates schedule with other departments and parties to avoid conflicts.
- Books talent and moderators for events and creates programming notes where appropriate.
- Handles admin for all programming including but not limited to drafting invitations, web publication, reservation management, RSVP responses.
- Manages all aspects of event execution, including asset delivery, run of show, talent liaison, patron management, technical checks, introduction and opening remarks, and close of event.
- Coordinates capture and publication of video and photo from events, including seeking talent releases, approving social media clips, and proofreading copy.
- On site at events, manages House Managers, Security, and Volunteers; assists with overseeing event processes and procedures at Robin Williams Center.
- Devises, plans, and programs original programming for both Conversations and The Business programs, including special video content.
- Plans, scripts, and edits video for video content, including publishing and optimizing on YouTube.
- Identifies titles from film, TV, theatrical productions, and games, for inclusion in our events calendar.
- Works with the Programming Team to create outreach strategies for targeting new events and to build brand awareness for the Foundation and its programming.
- Collaborates with NY Director of Programs on overall NY Foundation curriculum development by generating research on leading industry executives, experts, and thought leaders.
- Utilizes a deep understanding of the ebb and flow of the artistic journey and the actor as entrepreneur to develop fresh discussion topics and key questions.
- Utilizes exemplary written skills and a high standard of quality when composing all internal and external communications, including e-blasts and outreach to publicists, distributors, and studios.
- Assists with quarterly reports and compiling statistics
- Assist with implementation of special events
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- At least two years of experience working in the entertainment industry or arts world in some capacity and a deep understanding of the various roles involved in filmmaking.
- Excellent organizational skills. Able to organize and coordinate multiple tasks under deadline.
- Excellent written communication skills. Superlative proofreading skills.
- Experience using Google apps - Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Forms, etc.
- Availability to work nights and weekend hours.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality of information.
- Ability to work in a high-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills: high degree of patience and tact.
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Experience working with A-list talent and high-profile personalities.
- Experience with and understanding of video editing, social media, and YouTube publishing and optimization.
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere and Photoshop.
- Experience using AirTable.
- Experience designing and sending emails using MailChimp.
- Experience using Pandadoc, or Docusign.
- Experience addressing audiences and speaking publicly.
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