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Dear Friend of Yiddish,
First, a sheynem dank -- thank you -- to everyone who came to see Rexite on the Radio last Sunday and a special thank you to our many volunteers who helped make the event possible! Both shows were a lot of fun thanks to the charm and talent of Mitch Smolkin and Nina Shapilsky, who blew everyone away.
Second, exciting changes are underfoot at Yiddishkayt. We are hiring a new Programming/Communications Director. The entire job description is below and on our website. This is an incredible opportunity to join a small and passionate team of staff and community leaders to work for the future of Yiddish.
If you are looking for fulfilling, creative and innovative work, this might be the right job for you. If you know of people who might be interested, forward this email to them and tell them to apply.
Have a safe and joyous khanike and new year! a freylekhn khanike!
The Yiddishkayt Staff
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YIDDISHKAYT IS HIRING
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PROGRAMMING/COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
MissionYiddishkayt strives to
ensure the survival of the endangered thousand-year legacy of Yiddish language,
history and culture. Through a
variety of programs, from cultural events, education projects, innovative
communications and a fellowship for young adults, Yiddishkayt (meaning all
things Yiddish) seeks to connect generations old and young with their priceless
heritage. In 2010, Yiddishkayt
celebrates its fifteenth year of building a Yiddish-conscious community in Los
Angeles. DescriptionYiddishkayt, a nonprofit
dedicated to promoting Yiddish culture and language, seeks a creative, efficient,
and energetic Programming/Communications Director (or alternative
configuration) to join a small and passionate team. The successful candidate will maintain our nationally
recognized reputation and help shape the future of a dynamic-and growing-organization. Future programming will support our
mission to promote Yiddish as a profound pathway to Jewish identity. Within the next one to two years, the
Programming/Communications Director will focus on producing cultural events,
expanding the Yiddishkayt Fellowship to reach new groups, preparing walking
tours of historic Jewish Los Angeles, communicating with members and helping to
construct a new presence on the internet. Responsibilities
The full roster of
responsibilities of the position may vary depending on skills and
experience. We are looking for an
individual who can fulfill most or all of the following responsibilities.
Programming:
Research, conceive and maintain a calendar of
new and existing cultural events targeting a variety of audiences.
Work with staff and volunteers to produce
small and large events.
Promote our mission through strategic
partnerships and collaborations.
Recruit fellows and facilitate the written
curriculum for the Yiddishkayt Folks-Grupe (Fellowship) in Yiddish culture for young
adults and expand the program to reach other demographics.
Compile existing research and work with
existing partners to help launch regular walking tours of a historic
Jewish neighborhood.
Communications:
Publicize ongoing programs and one-time
events in print and online.
Publish monthly email newsletter, along with
periodic event alerts.
Maintain our website with up to date
information and creatively maintain a web presence through content on
YouTube, Flickr, Facebook and Twitter.
Help write and distribute press releases for
events and ongoing programs.
Create flyers and graphics for use in print
and on the web.
Work with the Development Director to write and
design development materials, such as information packets, brochures,
fundraising letters and emails.
QualificationsYiddishkayt seeks a
candidate with a strong representation of most, or all, of the following
qualifications.
Core Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a related
field
Minimum of two to three years of relevant work
experience.
Excellent written and interpersonal
communications skills.
Experience in conceiving, planning and
producing events.
Ability to focus on multiple projects
simultaneously.
Creativity in approaching potential
challenges.
Basic internet proficiency required,
knowledge of HTML, CSS, is a plus.
Experience with Constant Contact, YouTube,
Flickr, Facebook and Twitter encouraged.
Strong computer skills and experience with
Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, and Excel. Experience in an Apple
environment, with iLife and iWork is helpful and knowledge of Filemaker is
a plus.
Familiarity with non-profit organizations
and/or the Los Angeles Jewish community is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of Yiddish language, culture and/or
history is encouraged.
Interest or passion in Yiddish is essential.
Additional
Qualifications:
Experience in facilitating group learning
programs.
Graphic design skills and/or experience.
Experience working with digital photos and
video. Knowledge of programs such
as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, GoLive, Dreamweaver, or Final Cut a plus.
Salary + Benefits- Salary commensurate with experience
Medical benefits for full-time employees
Generous vacation benefits
Join a vibrant arts and culture community
How to ApplyPlease send us your
resume, three references, a brief writing sample, and a cover letter by email
to [email protected] (PDFs are
preferred). Position opens
mid-January to early February, applications accepted until position is
filled. If you are interested in a
part-time configuration of the position (i.e., principally programming or
principally communications) please specify so in your cover letter.
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