Columbus Area Arts Council
Program Coordinator
Part Time • Columbus
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Job Description
Lead the coordination and execution of arts programs and events that strengthen the community through arts and culture across CAAC locations, public spaces, and community settings. This role coordinates projects from planning through delivery and follow-up, reports to the Operations Manager, and collaborates with the entire CAAC team.
Lead the coordination and execution of arts programs and events that strengthen the community through arts and culture across CAAC locations, public spaces, and community settings. This role coordinates projects from planning through delivery and follow-up, reports to the Operations Manager, and collaborates with the entire CAAC team.
Job Duties
Lead the coordination of assigned programs
Lead the coordination of assigned programs
- Maintain schedules and timelines across vendors, partners, and team members
- Communicate with artists, performers, and vendors to establish parameters and execute contracts
- Collaborate with another Program Coordinator to align timelines, share resources, and support select shared large events
Coordinate program logistics and on-site operations
- Manage set-up/clean-up, hospitality, materials, and volunteers
- Serve as the on-site lead, troubleshooting in real time and ensuring a high-quality participant experience
- Perform physical production tasks, including transporting materials, event setup/teardown, and art handling
- Build and maintain relationships across the community, including partners, sponsors, artists, contractors, and volunteers
Support marketing and communications efforts
- Work with Executive Director and marketing firm to ensure consistent promotion of programs
- Coordinate marketing timelines and scope of work
- Track and file marketing assets
Contribute to team operations and continuous improvement
- Develop and refine systems, workflows, and timelines
- Make programmatic decisions that reflect the organization’s goals and values
- Participate in team meetings and community networks
- Take on additional projects as assigned
Qualifications
2+ years of experience in public programs, events, hospitality, or related fields required. The ideal candidate is:
2+ years of experience in public programs, events, hospitality, or related fields required. The ideal candidate is:
- Dependable and takes ownership
- Observant and detail-oriented
- Proactive and solutions-focused
- Collaborative and service-minded
Must be comfortable managing multiple priorities, working both independently and collaboratively, and contributing to both planning and hands-on execution. Computer proficiency, including Google Suite, is required.
Compensation: $18,000.00 - $24,000.00 per year