Graduate Assistant for Performing Arts Outreach (School of Music, Theatre and Dance)
Ideal Candidate: Someone who has a passion for solving complex problems, working with diverse populations, and furthering community connections; someone who believes in the power of collaboration across disciplinary lines and the value of universities working in and with community in mutually beneficial ways.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and/or community members to plan and implement campus-community connections
- Maintain and analyze relevant data to measure impact and outcomes
- Perform in university ensembles to deliver programming
Activities:
- Assist with coordinating SMTD partnerships with organizations in SE Michigan including but not limited to locations in Pontiac and Detroit
- Create and distribute materials to increase awareness of community-facing SMTD initiatives
- Assist with website updates or press releases
- Provide regular reports on activities
Requirements:
- Musical skills and academic record commensurate with graduate study in a NASM accredited program
- Full time enrolled graduate student (8 hours/semester)
- Maintain good academic standing (minimum 3.0 GPA)
- Excellent communicator with strong attention to detail
Desired skills:
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Canva, or other design software
- Experience in promoting/marketing performing arts events
- Experience working with non-profit organizations
Supervisor: Director of the School of Music, Theatre and Dance
Terms: This is a two semester position (September 3, 2024 – April 30, 2025) with a work expectation of 20 hours per week. Renewal is contingent on demonstrated success in delivering activities and measuring outcomes
Compensation: Full-time graduate tuition (8 credits per semester) plus stipend
To apply: Submit a resumé, undergraduate transcript(s), and a statement of interest in and experience with performing arts outreach and non-profit organizations. Questions may be directed to Elisabeth Hoegberg, ehoegberg@oakland.edu