Connectivity and Engagement Manager - Detroit Public Theatre

Connectivity and Engagement Manager

The Connectivity and Engagement Manager will create, nurture, and manage partnerships with community stakeholders and audience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the community needs of our region, have strong strategic planning and project management skills, and possess experience creating arts-connected and/or educational programming to engage diverse communities.



Position Summary:

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Maintain regular weekly schedule except for special events as needed

Salary Range: $45,000

2 weeks paid vacation

Job Start Date: August 2021

Direct Supervisor(s): Producing Artistic Directors



Qualifications:

DPT is open to all applicants who are able to demonstrate the ability to complete the essential duties listed below. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and mindset that will be needed to succeed individually and as a company. DPT is also committed to assisting individuals with differing abilities to perform the essential functions successfully.



Education and Experience

Though degrees in related fields are welcomed, no educational threshold is required as a prerequisite to employment.



The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in public affairs, community engagement, marketing, audience development, and/or education.



Computer Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficiency in management of company cloud platforms.

Ability to quickly learn and incorporate new computer programs and ticketing systems.



Language Skills

Reading, interpretation, and thorough communication of information including, but not limited to financial documents and contractual agreements.

Comfort leading or participating in small group meetings, phone calls and video platform communication on a variety of topics.

Comfort facilitating large group conversations.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Proficiency in proofreading skills for official documents as needed.



Practical Skills/Requirements

Reliable transportation and a valid state-issued ID or driver's license are required.



Other Preferred Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated experience leading and managing people.

Experience with and appreciation of the performing arts is greatly encouraged.

Regular evening and weekend availability.



Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintain and expand existing community partnerships with schools and universities, social service organizations, local businesses, senior facilities, arts partners, etc.

Develop new community partnerships with schools and universities, social service organizations, local businesses, senior facilities, arts partners, etc.

Develop audience engagement and development plan in collaboration with DPT’s marketing team.

Build new and existing mission-aligned community programming to increase access to the theatre and our programs, and address the needs and wants of DPT’s neighbors and the diverse communities of Southeast Michigan (i.e., post show forums, student matinees, community tours, etc).

Collaborate with DPT’s development team to identify sources of financial support for community initiatives.

Collaborate with DPT’s marketing team to develop and implement a promotion plan for DPT’s community programming (including brand recognition).

Collaborate with DPT’s marketing team to develop all materials necessary for promotion plan, including but not limited to: creating print materials, social media assets, presentations; sharing info for DPT’s website updates; and creating flyers and other promotional and outreach materials for distribution in our community.

Design and facilitate regular community conversations, surveys, and focus groups to ensure DPT’s programs and productions are meeting the needs of our audience and community.

Create and implement an annual outreach plan for community events and organizations to participate in, including monthly meetings and town hall events.

Act as a liaison to the community by attending outreach events and local meetings (i.e. fairs, conferences, council and committee meetings, etc.); be prepared to actively participate and highlight DPT services and initiatives.

Work with leadership to develop strategy and protocols for working with community partners and act as a liaison for community initiatives.

Identify opportunities for program and/or partnership development.

Work with DPT’s marketing and development teams to coordinate community-focused projects and events and facilitate connections to and among organizational partners.

Coordinate special events with the production and leadership teams.

Collaborate with Shakespeare in Prison director as needed.

Distribute outreach materials to community members, partner organizations, and local businesses.

Provide assistance recruiting community members for projects and/or residencies.

Coordinate with Marketing and Box Office Manager to organize and facilitate group outings to DPT performances and events.

Be the staff lead liaison to DPT’s Mission & Community Responsibility Committee; this includes attending all committee meetings, taking minutes, and being an active resource for the members of the committee.



TO APPLY:

Please send your resume and cover letter to: employment@detroitpublictheatre.org

Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2021

Interviews for this position will take place in July and August 2021

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The Mission of Detroit Public Theatre:

Detroit Public Theatre (“DPT”) produces nationally recognized plays and programs with world-class writers, directors, actors, and designers in the heart of Detroit’s cultural district. We create bold, relevant work that illuminates the thrills, joys, and challenges of our shared human experience.



A Bit About People, Plays, And Programs at DPT:

DPT collaborates with and serves Detroit audiences, students, and artists. We produce 4-5 high-quality productions each year that run for 4-7 weeks each. DPT also creates and runs innovative education and community programs. We are proud to collaborate with inspired and inspiring artists and to share their work with our community. Among the members of our DPT family are TONY-nominated and MacArthur Genius Award winning playwright Dominique Morisseau who serves as Executive Producing Artist and playwright Noah Haidle, whose play BIRTHDAY CANDLES will be opening on Broadway in 2022 after being commissioned by DPT and premiering on our stage in our third season. We are committed to accessibility for all Detroiters through pay-what-you-can performances, discounted senior and student ticket pricing, and free touring productions. Our post-show dialogues promote important conversations about the questions posed by our plays, connecting audience members with each other and with our artists. We collaborate with many Detroit cultural institutions, including the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Wayne State University, and the Detroit Historical Society, to enhance our programming and impact. We also partner with Detroit Public Schools to create and facilitate arts-connected curricula accompanied by student matinees and post-show programming. Our signature community program, Shakespeare in Prison, works with incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people, empowering participants (more than 90% of whom will return home) to learn crucial skills as they reconnect with their humanity and that of others through Shakespeare’s works.



Equal Opportunity Employer

Detroit Public Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, age, physical ability, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, criminal background, or any other characteristics prohibited by law. We are dedicated to maintaining a policy of inclusion, respect, and diversity in recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, and treatment during employment.
Salary: $45,000