The Los Angeles Opera is seeking a talented Marketing Coordinator to join its team. This position will report to the Associate Director of Marketing and will coordinate direct marketing efforts, both electronic and printed, in conjunction with broader departmental goals. Responsibilities include delivery of advertising and direct mail materials, collecting information for printed materials, maintaining the departmental production schedule, interactive marketing and audience development projects.

Candidates should be self-motivated, eager and have the talent and skills necessary to pursue an advanced career in marketing. Knowledge and/or appreciation for the Arts are preferred. Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, be bilingual in English/Spanish, be proficient in MS Office, MS Internet Explorer, Adobe Acrobat and database management, and have the ability to organize, move, and lift boxes of promotional materials as needed. Candidates must be able to work some evenings and weekends as required.

Please send cover letter and résumé to: jobs@laopera.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

This post was submitted by Laura Bennett.

The Development Operations Assistant will provide administrative support and coordination for LA Opera’s development staff, with emphasis on the areas of donor stewardship and finance.

Responsibilities include processing gifts, monitoring revenue and expenditures, drafting and preparing donor correspondence and acknowledgements, data mining and report generation, assisting with events, and helping to establish positive and responsive relationships with donors, prospects and Opera staff.

Qualified candidates will have worked extensively in Word, Excel and Outlook, have experience with database applications, demonstrate the ability to attend to detail in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment and have strong written and oral communication skills.

Please send résumé and salary history to: jobs@laopera.com. No phone calls please.

This post was submitted by Laura Bennett.

Cornerstone Theater seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead and strengthen the organization’s development department. The Director of Development will plan and implement all fundraising programs for the Company, including annual campaign; individual giving; major gifts; special events; sponsorships; foundation, corporate, and government grants; planned giving; contributor cultivation and all other aspects of fundraising to advance the mission of the organization. The Director of Development reports to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities
• Plan and implement new and creative strategies to strengthen the annual fund-raising program;
• Develop a comprehensive program, including an online giving program;
• Guide the board of directors and other volunteers in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gifts (annual and capital). Prepare board members for cultivation and solicitation activities and partner with them in the implementation;
• Build strong relationships with foundation and corporate funders;
• Develop a strong sponsorship program:
• Plan and oversee the annual gala and other special events;
• Appoint, lead, evaluate and manage the development staff;
• Supervise grant manager and oversee all reporting deadlines and donor updates;
• Oversee the collection of data on contributors and the database;
• Participate with communication team to unify branding and messaging;
• Oversee the production of all development documents and materials;
• Assist in establishing and updating key contributor documents, i.e. gift acceptance and planned giving policies;
• Maintain and implement effective development systems and policies;
• Other Administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree;
• Four years of development experience;
• Proven track record of securing major gifts from individuals, foundations and businesses;
• Experience with a capital campaign;
• Extensive knowledge of development principles, fund-raising techniques and ethics;
• Ability to manage and partner with high-level fund-raising volunteers;
• Excellent oral and written skills;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Excellent managerial and interpersonal skills;
• Interest and/or experience in theater and social justice a plus;
• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and MAC Operating System.

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive based on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, vision, and dental insurance, pension plan, vacation sick leave, personal days and holidays.

Cornerstone Theater Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Instructions

Please send a cover letter and resume to Sara Adelman by email at Sadelman@CornerstoneTheater.org. Position to be filled by June 15, 2012.

This post was submitted by Sara Adelman.

LA Opera seeks an Education Programs Assistant for its award-winning Education and Community Programs department. Reporting to the Education Manager, the Education Programs Assistant will provide general administrative support and coordination for the Opera’s education and community programs staff. This position will also assist in the planning and implementation of education programs, projects and events.

Qualified candidates will be highly organized and have a degree or significant experience in arts, arts management or arts education. Applicants will have worked extensively in Word, Excel and Outlook, and have experience with database applications. Qualified candidates will also demonstrate the ability to attend to detail in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment and have strong written and oral communication skills, as well as an aptitude for interacting well with the public. Bilingual a plus but not required.

This is a part-time position, offering approximately 29 hours per week. There is some flexibility in setting hours during the business week; however, the work schedule may vary and will include some nights and weekends.

Please send résumé and cover letter with “Education Programs Assistant” in the subject line to:

E-mail: jobs@laopera.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

This post was submitted by Laura Bennett.

East West Players is currently seeking a full-time PR/Marketing Manager.

CLASSIFICATION
Full-Time/Salaried/Exempt/Benefits Eligible

POSITION SUMMARY
The PR/Marketing manager isresponsible for developing, implementing, and
managing the day-to-day executionof EWP’s marketing and public
relations plans. This position reports to theproducing artistic
director, supervises the marketing assistant, freelancegraphic artist
and interns, and serveson the management team to formulate and
implement policies and plans to meetEWP’s short and long-term
objectives.

TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS
East West Players seeks acommitted, proactive, and personable individual
who shares in East WestPlayers’ aesthetic, which is enlightening,
educational, innovative, and community-specific.Interpersonal skills
must be exceptional. He/She must independently initiate and pursue
objectives in an organizedand efficient manner, prioritize activities,
and maximize team interaction tocomplete high quality and timely work.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
At least 4-years experience workingin arts administration with an
emphasis on public relations and marketing.Excellent written and oral
communication skills are required. Knowledge of theAsian American
community is strongly encouraged. Applicants must be capable ofworking
in a collaborative team environment and working independently. Abilityto
work under pressure and meet deadlines is necessary. Applicants must
becreative in developing, implementing, and managing a marketing
strategy thatincludes income generation, special events coordination,
and website management.Working knowledge of social media marketing
including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Yelp, Yahoo/Google Groupsand Blog
Management is required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive based onexperience with a comprehensive benefits plan that
includes medical, dental,vision, life insurance, vacation, sick leave,
personal days and holidays.

APPLICATIONS & INQUIRIES

Hiring Immediately (posted 1/23/2012)
Tim Dang, Producing ArtisticDirector
East West Players
120 Judge John Aiso Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Email: tdang@eastwestplayers.org
FAX: 213.625.7111

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East West Players
120 Judge John Aiso St. | Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 625-7000
www.eastwestplayers.org

Cornerstone Theater Company seeks a Communications & Development Assistant. The position is an hourly full-time non-exempt employee for 40 hours a week at a rate of $15.00 an hour. The position shall provide administrative and clerical support to Cornerstone Theater Company’s communications and development department.

Please email resume and cover letter to Sara Adelman, General Manager, sadelman@cornerstonetheater.org.

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