The Asian American Writers’ Workshop is looking to hire a part-time Program Director to curate, publicize and manage literary events that are quirky, progressive, and (to use the jargon of postcolonial theory) awesome. You are an ambitious, logistical, organized lover of books who would like to build curatorial experience in a creative, progressive arts center. You will be responsible for curating and publicizing high-quality literary events centered around Asian American literature with the Executive Director. You are an energetic, detail-oriented problem-solver who can process things quickly, solve crises, and make sure that things get done. You will help manage volunteers, build the Workshop’s volunteer capacity, improve our administrative ability, and help maintain the routine operations of the organizations. You will also help us expand our programs: we want to both generate earned income and help transition our programming online via video and podcasts. This is a part-time three-day-a-week entry level position with benefits. Salary dependent on experience. Full-time is a possibility. WHAT YOU SHOULD DO * Complete the below form and send a coverletter and resume to kchen@aaww.org. All applicants must email coverletter/CV AND complete the below form. * This position is available immediately. Earlier applicants will be prioritized. No phone calls, please. * Review aaww.org and aaww.org/events_past.html for examples of our programming and aaww.org/donate for an overview of our organization. YOU ARE * Able to blend creativity and book smarts with problem-solving and accountability. You are highly organized and capable of managing several projects in a results-oriented fashion. You can delegate in an accountable way to interns and volunteers. This is not a job for dreamers. * A professional who can communicate gracefully with others. You can manage talent and publishers and also speak publicly to introduce events. You are an exceptional writer and editor who can create clear, dynamic messages. * Not terrified by spreadsheets. You are proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel, Google docs/spreadsheet, mail merge, HTML experience, and possess some comfort level with various audio-visual and web technologies (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr). * Excited about curating creating memories for people around Asian American literature. You may possess previous events experience and can manage the logistical details of an event. You are fluent with contemporary literature and Asian American culture. Asian America is often dominated by East Asian culture, so we’re particularly interested if you also have familiarity with the South, Southeast and West Asian diaspora. WHAT YOU WILL GET OUT OF THIS JOB * A sense of ownership and autonomy while working for a great organization. * A great rolodex & skill set in copy-writing, project management, and more. * Induction in a fraternal order of brilliant writers.
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