The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition. The Museum is renowned for its exhibitions and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world’s cultures.
Public Programs Associate
This Public Programs Associate works with the Public Programs division of the Education Department, and reports to the Associate Director of Public Programs. This position assists with operations and programming of the Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival, while also helping to implement the full calendar of public programs. (S)he also manages 3-5 interns each term and serves as direct Public Programs liaison with the Communications/Marketing/Digital Division. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:
· Assist with all film festival operations
· Participate in all festival programming and panel discussion design
· Coordinate development of community-programming partners
· Assist in cultural and science programming for adult and family audiences
· Coordinate program logistics and manage event details
· Prepare contracts and assist with budget tracking
· Collaborate with internal Museum divisions on Web, Marketing, and Media Relations efforts
· Oversee data collection and analysis from program surveys
· Manage hiring, training, and overseeing interns
Qualifications:
· Knowledge and/or passion for international documentary film and new media
· Knowledge and/or passion for public events featuring science and culture
· Interested in all aspects of public programming, from adult lectures to family workshops to non-festival film screenings
· At least 2 years experience working with film festivals or public programs and events
· Excellent written and oral communication skills
· Highly organized and detail oriented
· Team player who can juggle multiple projects and work well under tight deadlines
· Ability to work some nights/weekends a must
· Proficiency in using MS Excel, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and FileMaker Pro
Applicants interested in applying may send their resume, specifying salary history and requirements to: publicprograms@amnh.org
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum encourages Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, Vietnam Era and Disabled Veterans to apply. The Museum does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law.
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Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open position.