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Program Director
In-Sight Photography Project seeks a Program Director to lead a range of educational programming, including projects and events, in the photographic arts. The Director will plan and execute programming for youth 11 to 18 to serve In-Sight’s mission, lead an inclusive learning environment, and collaborate with community organizations. In-Sight’s Program Director is essential to the organization and is part of a small professional team of four that works collaboratively with the Executive Director, staff, and board of directors. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with young people, and is excited to lead programs in photography that foster curiosity, community engagement, and opportunity for youth in the photographic arts.
What you’ll do:
Programming
The Program Director is responsible for the design, delivery and overall success of each program, including projects and events
Set goals and outcomes for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization, establishing deadlines, milestones, and processes for accomplishing outcomes
Lead volunteer teaching artists, AmeriCorps, and/or intern recruitment and management
Manage the outreach and recruitment of students into the program through making presentations, visiting schools, inviting groups to visit In-Sight, etc.
Cultivate new and enrich existing relationships with students, community members, and organizational partners, strengthening awareness of, and engagement with programming
Maintain equipment, supplies, records, digital files, and documents
Support the evaluation of equipment donations for potential student use or sale
Work with interested members of the board and/or community volunteers on a programming advisory committee to engage community members in the programming process
Administrative
Evaluate existing programs, planning new programs, measuring student growth, research current trends and best practices in assistance with the Executive Director
Assist the Executive Director in developing and managing the programming budget, including ordering and oversight of supplies, subscriptions, and equipment
Create and collaborate with the full staff on communications, marketing, and building community awareness of In-Sight’s programs for social media, newsletters, and appeals.
Assist Executive Director in applying for grants in support of programming
Participate in ongoing professional development
Core Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (for example secondary education or fine arts) or 4 years of relevant work experience
Experience leading youth in educational environments and managing staff and/or volunteers
Demonstrated digital and/or darkroom photography experience
Technologically savvy; ability to use Google Suite fluently; experience with Adobe Suite or graphic design experience on an equivalent platform
Comfortable with leading youth in a range of working environments, including outdoors and remotely; in teams and alone; with flexible or changing schedules
Capable of successfully supporting groups of youth that come together across race, class, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, and ability
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to take ownership and follow through with tasks
Demonstrated ability to be flexible, creative, and work under pressure and uncertainty
Experience handling multiple simultaneous tasks and prioritizing competing demands.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to provide effective and responsive communication to the public
Strong interpersonal skills and success in cultivating positive, collaborative working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, colleagues, Board members, youth, and volunteers as part of a coordinated team
Rigorous standards for personal and professional integrity
Successful completion of applicable criminal background checks
Willingness to engage, learn, and grow continuously
Understanding of and interest in community-building and social justice
Ability to plan, think, and act strategically to achieve the goals of the organization
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This position requires a person to work with youth in a variety of different settings and work in close quarters at In-Sight’s facility in Brattleboro, VT
Able to go up and down stairs and occasionally having to move equipment weighing up to 25-30 pounds to and from storage areas.
Able to work on a computer, laptop, iPad, and/ or other electronic devices for long periods.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Valid driver’s license and access to transportation
Covid Safety: We recommend all staff be fully vaccinated and require staff to share their vaccination status. Masking is strongly encouraged when working with the public.
Hours and Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt position which reports to the Executive Director. Evening and occasional weekend hours are required. Benefits include a flexible work schedule (ability to do 25% of hours remotely), generous paid time off and paid holidays, a health stipend, and up to a 3% matched retirement contribution after 6 months. Starting salary range is $43,000- $47,000 per year based on experience with an opportunity for a performance-based raise at 6 months.
Application Process:
To apply, please email emily@insight-photography.org with a resume/CV, three professional references, and a cover letter that speaks to who you are, what skills and experience you hope to bring to the In-Sight team, why you are passionate about arts education, and why you think you would be a good fit for this position.
We will be accepting applications until February 1st. Applicants can expect a follow-up phone call after their application is submitted. This position will ideally begin on Feb 27th.
