We’re Hiring — Program + Event Coordinator

Art Papers is hiring a Program + Event Coordinator. This position is a part time role from February–December 2025 ($30/hr for 20hr/week average, with higher volume during program weeks) focused on administration and implementation of planned public programs and events. This role reports to the Executive + Artistic Director. This is a hybrid role: remote + one weekday in office + on site for scheduled programs.

We are seeking a highly organized project manager with experience guiding multi-part public programs through all stages of implementation by working closely with a dynamic team of collaborators. Strong candidates will be deadline-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and can think proactively as well as adaptively. Art Papers is committed to representing diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences, with an emphasis on those who are too-often excluded or marginalized. We seek a team member who shares this commitment.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter highlighting their relevant skills, qualifications, and experience to director@artpapers.org with the subject line: Program Coordinator Search. References will be requested for candidates who advance to the next stage of the interview process. Please no phone calls. Deadline for applications: January 19, 2025.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program + Event Coordinator will work closely with the Artistic + Executive Director to implement public educational programs, communicate with individual and institutional partners, implement program evaluation processes, and serve as the accessibility liaison for Art Papers. The coordinator will also support the Executive Director and Director of Institutional Advancement in the planning and implementation of occasional fundraising events.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Work closely with the Artistic + Executive Director, staff, and community partners to implement public programs and events.
  • Build and maintain relationships with individual and institutional programming partners.
  • Manage program-related logistics including audio-visual needs, communication with partners and participants, etc.
  • Manage the logistics of program participants including contracting, scheduling, travel arrangements, and itineraries.
  • Work closely with staff to develop program-related marketing plans and coordinate dissemination both internally and to program partners.
  • Build and manage ticketing/RSVP systems and other online administration, with support from AP staff.
  • Facilitate accessibility features for Art Papers programs.
  • Recruit and manage volunteers for programs and events.
  • Supervise program documentation.
  • Develop and manage a program evaluation process.
    • Track program participants and gather feedback through program evaluation
  • Able to be on-site to assist and facilitate with scheduled public programs in Atlanta.
  • Maintain all program-related records in a consistent, organized manner.
  • Assist with the production of fundraising events.
  • Other duties as assigned including general pitching-in as needed.

About Art Papers

Atlanta-based and globally engaged, Art Papers serves the creative community and the culturally curious by expanding the dialogue around contemporary art and culture, exploring the ways they affect and reflect human experience. We do this in print, online, and through public programming. Art Papers is committed to creating space for and amplifying diverse voices, especially those that have historically been underrepresented in the art world. Art Papers represents the South globally and offers a valuable perspective on contemporary art, one that champions important work produced outside of cultural capitals and mainstream markets.

Art Papers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a 45-year history in Atlanta, GA.

Art Papers is committed to diversity and an inclusive work culture. Art Papers is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.