Specialist, Public Engagement
Title
Specialist, Public Engagement
Description
Department: Education and Public Program
Reports to: Manager, Public Engagement
Job Type: Full-time – Regular
Job Classification: Hourly (Non-exempt)
Workplace Location: Los Angeles – Academy Museum
Summary/Objective:
The Specialist, Public Engagement will develop and implement different types of engaging programs and events, including lectures, panels, demonstrations, and conversations, using digital and in-person formats to engage visitors. The position is seeking an energetic, responsible, and experienced individual to execute multiple programs per month to fulfill the goal of serving a multitude of visitors each year. Strong knowledge and experience working in film history, event production, and project management are needed, along with exceptional written and oral communication skills.
This position is represented by a union.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Conceptualize, develop, and execute exhibition and collection-related public programs, including lectures, panels, conversations, summits, and special programs.
- Assist in the development and planning of a dynamic roster of programs while in dialogue with long-term and temporary exhibitions as well as the Academy Museum’s permanent collection.
- Work collaboratively across museum departments to ensure effective and efficient communication and processes.
- Research film history to be used for the development of public programs.
- Contact presenters, performers, other stakeholders about programs; produces correspondence, scheduling, contracts, and travel itineraries; maintains program files; and coordinates other administrative duties as needed.
- Support the creation and implementation of presentations and performances.
- Maintain filing systems, invoices, records, and attendance data for public programs.
- Analyze and maintain records to improve public program offerings.
- Ensure wide accessibility for programs via accommodations.
Required Competencies:
- A bachelor’s degree in education, communications, film studies, art history, museum studies, or a related field is required.
- 2-4 years of experience creating and implementing successful public programming for a variety of audiences.
- Knowledge of a broad range of periods and styles of film.
- Excellent public speaking abilities, with strong skills in research, written, and verbal communication.
- Proven ability to manage multiple programs for multiple audiences concurrently.
- Proven track record of creating mission-driven programming that aligns audience needs with collections and exhibitions.
- Experience cultivating high-profile speakers.
- Innovative thinker with excellent customer service skills.
- A team player with an ability to work with a variety of contractors, artists, and staff.
- Familiarity with Airtable or similar project management systems.
- Basic proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
- Flexibility in schedule to accommodate evening and weekend programs.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception:Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.
Compensation: The expected base salary for this role is $25.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.)
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
- Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
- Paid sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401k retirement plan with a company match
- Clean Air Commuter Program
- Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
- Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
- Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Free Academy membership screenings
- Free tickets and screenings at the Academy Museum
- Employee discounts through LifeMart and Working Advantage
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Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Position
Specialist, Public Engagement
Location
Los Angeles
About the Organization
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.
EOE Statement
The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is important to the Academy. The Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. Also, to help foster diversity, the Academy uses programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity.
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