Artwalk Coordinator
Required skills and qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills
Strong understanding of and experience with event budget management
Graphic design proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or other design software a plus.
Social Media: Strategy development, story concepts, writing, design, insertion and analytics.
Proficiency with Facebook and Instagram (including reels), Linked-In (for B-to-B), TikTok
Preferred skills and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in event planning, or related field experience
Experience managing a team and setting/achieving shared goals
Proficiency with online marketing and social media event management and promotion a plus
Proven success in event planning - preferably large-scale community events
Strong community advocate with ability to attract and engage community partners, established contacts in the community, businesses, arts organizations, etc.
Ability to lift and carry for event setups and logistics
Outstanding leader, with exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Computer literacy in basic office applications and google office
Overall Objective: To be the primary facilitator of the new Quarterly Artwalk Program; be the number one cheerleader, promoter, recruiter, and advocate for ArtWalk; and to fulfill the mission, objectives, strategic plan, and the expectations of the CCA Mission and Vision.
Position Description: The ArtWalk Coordinator is responsible for facilitating strong relationships with the broader Arts and Downtown community through the creation and facilitation of large quarterly Downtown Arts festivals. They will provide strong community development and event management; advocate strongly in the community for the CCA; strengthen the ArtWalk program and increase overall community and regional attendance and participation; and help fulfill the goals and objectives of the strategic plan. They will work closely with the Executive Director and program staff to create and oversee an effective print and social media marketing strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with the Board Committee to develop short-term and long-term program objectives
Establish dates/themes a year in advance
Secure all City of Abilene and Abilene Police Department required permits
Coordinating ArtWalk entertainment and activities including but not limited to:
Search for and secure performers; booking bands and facilitating contracts
Oversee rehearsals (if required)
Create/buy props and materials for events
Create and implement event logistics timelines
Serve as a liaison between the Center and ArtWalk Vendors and Partners
Work with the Executive Director on the budgeting process and in maintaining the approved ArtWalk budget
Promote the ArtWalk program on television, radio, through community speaking engagements and print media (press releases)
Some graphic design and social media marketing tasks and content creation
Assisting the Executive Director with researching and cultivation of ArtWalk sponsors
