We're Recruiting!
Available Staff Positions:
Update: As of 6.15.21 this position has been filled.
Please note that the following positions are part-time and flexible. Expectations of hours falls around 20 hours per month which equates to a $15 hour pay range. Any additional hours are considered volunteer at the staff member's discretion and not required. Employees will receive a W-2. The Kaleidoscapes will produce their first season in the summer of 2022.
CO-ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Description: The Co-Artistic Director is responsible for the vision and strategic planning of the organization. As the head of the leadership team, all departments are in communication with them. As a working pair, the Artistic Directors will conceive, develop, and implement the vision and focus of The Kaleidoscapes with consultation from the rest of the Artistic Staff.
This position is remote, paid, and open for an immediate start. Applicants located in NY state are preferred.
The Kaleidoscapes was founded in 2019. At this point in the company’s growth, we cannot offer a competitive salary commensurate with your experience. This position can currently offer a $3,840/ yr stipend with the expectation that your hours will respect the larger constellation of work obligations. As the organization grows, so will our capacity for compensation. We seek to foster an environment of transparency and are happy to discuss all company-related finances with you in the interview process.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Qualifications:
Description: The Co-Artistic Director is responsible for the vision and strategic planning of the organization. As the head of the leadership team, all departments are in communication with them. As a working pair, the Artistic Directors will conceive, develop, and implement the vision and focus of The Kaleidoscapes with consultation from the rest of the Artistic Staff.
This position is remote, paid, and open for an immediate start. Applicants located in NY state are preferred.
The Kaleidoscapes was founded in 2019. At this point in the company’s growth, we cannot offer a competitive salary commensurate with your experience. This position can currently offer a $3,840/ yr stipend with the expectation that your hours will respect the larger constellation of work obligations. As the organization grows, so will our capacity for compensation. We seek to foster an environment of transparency and are happy to discuss all company-related finances with you in the interview process.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Choose the mainstage season and direct plays themselves (at least one per season)
- Hire, supervise and evaluate Artistic Staff members
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate independent contractors per production
- Develop annual budget in cooperation with Managing Director
- Acts as spokesperson for The Kaleidoscapes’ artistic purpose at public and social appearances, as well as at fundraising events
- Reports to the Board of Directors on a regular basis to give an update on artistic activity
- Supervises the maintenance of written administrative documents, including the policies and procedures manual as well as certain marketing materials
- Fosters the development of good relationships with other cultural organizations by participating in joint activities, meetings, and attending performances
- Prepare a schedule/plan for long-range plans for the theatre
- Approve scenic and costume designs, sound, special effects and choreography
- Researches grant opportunities for the theatre
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university with emphasis in theatre preferred or related experience, training, or a combination of experience and education is also welcomed.
- An embodied understanding of intersectional environmentalism, the systemic nature of our climate crisis, and the impacts of climate change on frontline communities is preferred.
- A demonstrated curiosity and open personality
- Prior experience preferred with organizations working for social justice, whether in a volunteer capacity or as a paid employee
- Prior experience with team management, PR and/or public speaking
MARKETING AND MEDIA COORDINATOR
Description: The Marketing Coordinator will design campaigns surrounding: increasing our visibility, building donor relationships, and attendance of virtual and in-person events. They report to the Managing Director to establish and enact campaign strategies. They regularly manage incoming and outgoing media communications.
This position is remote, paid, and open for an immediate start. The other members of our leadership team are located in NYC and Chicago, but we are familiar with working across time zones.
The Kaleidoscapes was founded in 2019. At this point in the company’s growth, we cannot offer a competitive salary commensurate with your experience. This position can currently offer a $1,920/ yr stipend with the expectation that your hours will respect the larger constellation of work obligations. As the organization grows, so will our capacity for compensation. We seek to foster an environment of transparency and are happy to discuss all company-related finances with you in the interview process.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Establish and maintain a consistent voice and aesthetic across all social media platforms including (facebook, twitter, instagram, and LinkedIn)
- Create and schedule multiple posts per week and maintain an ongoing monthly campaign and media calendar.
- Write or curate a monthly newsletter with resources, company events, and graphics.
- Focus on driving engagement through segments, series, features, and collaboration
- Work with the Managing Director to set goals regarding fundraising campaigns
- Attend team meetings, participate in team projects, and occasionally take notes
Qualifications:
- Basic graphic design, photo editing, and video editing skills.
- Familiarity with all major social media platforms and how to maximize their potential
- Understanding of TikTok, Reels, and Clubhouse is a plus.
- Ability to use drag-and-drop website builders to manage blog content.
- Strong skills in written English, grammar, and spelling.
- Self-paced and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Timely and able to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and initiate projects.
