[JOB] Digital Resource and Project Manager, Studio in a School

Digital Resource and Project Manager

Studio in a School, NYC

Background

Through the creativity and imagination of the visual arts, Studio in a School (Studio) has enriched the lives of more than 750,000 children residing in the five boroughs of New York City since 1977. Studio brings professional artists into schools and community organizations to lead classes in drawing, printmaking, painting, and sculpting, and works with teachers to link art with other academic subjects. Partnering with administrators, artists, supporters, and members of the New York City Board of Education, Studio dedicates itself to providing students with a full and meaningful visual arts experience. Each year, Studio offers a variety of programs to more than 150 New York City schools, taught by nearly 90 professional artists who devote over 45,000 hours to more than 30,000 Pre-K through high school students. Approximately 90% of all children who participate in Studio programs come from low-income homes. Studio’s Residency Program provides residencies ranging from 6 weeks to one academic year, with a primary focus on 2nd through 8th grade.

Overview

The Digital Resource and Project Manager will be responsible for realizing the art, education, and technology goals of a four-year federal AEMDD (Arts in Education Model Development and Dissemination) grant, focusing on four elementary school classrooms in four New York City Title I public schools. The Manager will develop and refine innovative ways to use technology to improve student learning and teacher practice, and support the dissemination of these methods within the arts and education field. The Manager will also work with the Project Director to implement all aspects of the project.

Reports to: Project Director (Studio in a School Director of Programs)

Major responsibilities

• Provide logistical and technical support to classroom teachers, artist/instructors, consultants, Project Director, and Steering Committee, primarily in the classroom, and also for meetings, professional development events, and all other components of the project
• Serve as primary liaison to all members of the project team, including principals, teachers, artist/instructors, Studio staff and students
• Design and oversee the implementation and integration of digital technology in the classroom, including the use of Smart Boards and hand-held devices, as well as creating platforms for external resource sharing
• Oversee multi-media production, including coordination of consultants (editors, videographers, etc.)

• Maintain calendar of all project activities and events
• Organize and maintain archive to include student work, curriculum, program documentation and project correspondence
• Support data collection and evaluation activities
• Plan for, track and report on achievement of program objectives monthly 
• Monitor expenses vs. budget 
• Oversee acquisition, maintenance and tracking of all equipment and technical supplies
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by Project Director

Education:

• Masters degree in a relevant field strongly preferred

Experience and personal qualities:

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in the field
• Expertise in interactive educational content and digital platforms for use by students, educators, and the field at large
• Technical knowledge about and skills in multi-media production 
• Experience with visual arts education and current educational issues, especially in Title I public schools
• Understanding of the NYC public school system  
• Experience managing federal research grants or other large-scale projects
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Takes initiative, organized, attention to detail and high standards of excellence
• Deep interest in Studio’s rich history and the field of art education

• Commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits and vacation package

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@studioinaschool.org. Write “Digital Resource and Project Manager” in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Studio in a School seeks to hire staff who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. All positions at Studio in a School are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, employment status, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.