Operations and Communications Coordinator

*Please note that we are NOT accepting applications through LinkedIn at the moment. Send in your applications through email at hr@narsfoundation.org by April 30th*

The Operations & Communications Coordinator will be responsible for all communications, marketing, graphic design, and general operations of the New York Art Residency & Studios (NARS) Foundation programming. Please note that this is a full time, in person position.

The Operations & Communications Coordinator oversees day-to-day operations of the NARS offices in Sunset Park, Brooklyn and the creation of all communication and marketing materials for the Residency, Exhibition, Public and Education programs. The position entails a range of operational, administrative, and communicational responsibilities.

The Operations & Communications Coordinator will work closely with the Executive Director and Program Manager within the organization as the communications expert on a variety of strategic initiatives including graphic design for exhibitions, workshops, e-newsletter, social media, and website among others, and overseeing the general operations and administrative tasks related to the Residency Program, Exhibitions, Outreach Program and other events.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations

• Work alongside Program Manager and Founding Director in all programming & operations
• Oversee all facility operations: ordering supplies, maintaining facilities and keeping office organized
•  Manage all move-ins and move-outs for Residency artists and oversee move-in and out procedures: restoring studio spaces, freight elevator usage, move-in and out scheduling for artists.
• Oversee volunteer and intern activities along with the Program Manager
• Work closely with the Program Manager to support the Residency Programs
• Act as the main contact with facility related questions from Residency Artists.
• Organize and assist in directing NARS’ bi-annual Open Studios, yearly Benefit, BID, and Fundraising events.
• Organize and assist with installation & de-installation during exhibitions.
• Update and maintain office calendars

Communications

• Facilitate, monitor, create and update all aspects of the website
• Produce content & maintain active presence on social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram)
• Facilitate the production and distribution of all publicity and marketing materials.
• Respond field inquiries from the public: email/phone/in person
• Create all design material for NARS programs (Postcards, brochures, exhibition wall text, website, social media promotions, press material, NARS pamphlets)

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree required; Graphic Design, BFA, and/or Arts Administration.
• 3+ years experience in a non-profit or cultural organization
• Experience in communications, graphic design, web design and social media.
• Interest or knowledge of contemporary art, and working with international artists and partners. 
• Previous experience in coordinating operations and administration in the past.
• Strategic thinker who identifies areas of weakness and opportunity and creates solutions.
• Effective communicator and writer for a broad audience, and comfortable working with diverse communities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently, take initiative, prioritize and execute duties in a timely manner.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, familiarity with SquareSpace, MadMimi or Mailchimp, and basic HTML a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate programming and community events on some evenings and weekends

ABOUT:

The New York Art Residency & Studios (NARS) Foundation is a non-profit arts organization committed to supporting artists and curators on an international level as well as engaging the local community in Brooklyn and the Greater New York area. NARS provides an array of professional creative development opportunities for emerging artists through short-term residency programs, affordable long-term studio spaces, progressive exhibition programs, and engaging public programs that foster global understanding and dynamic cross-cultural dialogue. These services operate in conjunction with our education and community outreach initiatives to promote greater accessibility to contemporary art for the underserved local community in South Brooklyn.