CURRENTLY SEEKING:
DANCERS FOR THE 2023-2024 SEASON
About the role:
SSD is seeking 4 contracted dancers for the 2023-2024 season. Dancers will be compensated $15/hr for weekly 2-hr rehearsals and receive $195 worth of free class + performance stipends. There is also the possibility of extra paid administration work pending artist's abilities and experiences.
Initial Interest Forms will be open to accepting applications until August 15! Invitation to in-person audition to follow.
Contracts will run for 15-weeks to start beginning August 28, 2023-December 9th, 2023. Break week will be October 24th and November 21. Extra paid rehearsals may be required, pending dancer availability.
Dancers must be available for performances:
September 9
September 30
October 21
Possibly December 9 (TBD)
Class/Rehearsals will be Tuesdays, 9-10:15am, 10:30am-12:30pm. (this is pending... there is a space to let us know of your availability in the Interest Form)
Dancers are encouraged to be trained in any movement form of training, and proficient in: non-gender based partnering skills, improvisational skills, movement memory and adaptation, able to lift others and pick up movement sequences quickly. If you are not familiar with SSD's styles of dance, please visit the Youtube channel, Vimeo, website, or Instagram for more information.
Submissions of Interest will be open until August 15, with in-person audition Saturday, August 19, 10-2pm. Class/Warm-up to begin audition, with choreographed combinations, partnering combinations, and improvisation to follow.
If interested, please fill out the interest form:
https://forms.gle/Zgu3D3qDFsSn5mER8
Please email shanasimmonsdance@gmail.com with any questions!
About the role:
SSD is seeking 4 contracted dancers for the 2023-2024 season. Dancers will be compensated $15/hr for weekly 2-hr rehearsals and receive $195 worth of free class + performance stipends. There is also the possibility of extra paid administration work pending artist's abilities and experiences.
Initial Interest Forms will be open to accepting applications until August 15! Invitation to in-person audition to follow.
Contracts will run for 15-weeks to start beginning August 28, 2023-December 9th, 2023. Break week will be October 24th and November 21. Extra paid rehearsals may be required, pending dancer availability.
Dancers must be available for performances:
September 9
September 30
October 21
Possibly December 9 (TBD)
Class/Rehearsals will be Tuesdays, 9-10:15am, 10:30am-12:30pm. (this is pending... there is a space to let us know of your availability in the Interest Form)
Dancers are encouraged to be trained in any movement form of training, and proficient in: non-gender based partnering skills, improvisational skills, movement memory and adaptation, able to lift others and pick up movement sequences quickly. If you are not familiar with SSD's styles of dance, please visit the Youtube channel, Vimeo, website, or Instagram for more information.
Submissions of Interest will be open until August 15, with in-person audition Saturday, August 19, 10-2pm. Class/Warm-up to begin audition, with choreographed combinations, partnering combinations, and improvisation to follow.
If interested, please fill out the interest form:
https://forms.gle/Zgu3D3qDFsSn5mER8
Please email shanasimmonsdance@gmail.com with any questions!
EVENT PLANNER/PROJECT MANAGER:
About the role:
SSD seeks an experienced event planner to help develop SSD's major fundraising events. The event planner will support fundraising efforts through organizing all details related to the gala (securing location, booking entertainment, etc) and create a clearly branded marketing campaign. The event planner will work closely with the Artistic Director and collaborate with company members, community collaborators, and board members.
Paid Hourly Rate/Part-Time Hours.
Responsibilities:
ADMINISTRATOR INTERNS & ASSISTANTS:
Opportunities for student internships are available!
About the role:
SSD seeks a knowledgeable program administrator to join our growing organization. The program administrator has the overall responsibility for supporting fundraising efforts through grant writing, donor management and cultivation, and digital marketing campaigns. The program administrator will work closely with the Artistic Director and collaborate with company members, community collaborators, and board members.
Responsibilities:
Requirements for paid position:
The schedule of hours and days required for this position is flexible. Please submit a resume and a cover letter stating your interest in the role and why your skills and experience make you a strong candidate to shanasimmonsdance@gmail.com. This is a part-time position. Students seeking internships encouraged to apply. Rates negotiable based on experience.
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About Shana Simmons Dance:
Shana Simmons Dance seeks advancement of quality dance performance and increased engagement with audiences and the community through financially accessible interactive and immersive productions. Partnerships and outreach exploring topics relevant to our community at large is integral to SSD projects. The vision and passion of the company is to encourage movement in all bodies with a heavy focus on the integration of movement in education
SSD projects aim to draw audiences into modern dance in creative ways and highlight current societal topics for project based work. These projects support communities by creating thoughtful performances and inspiring change through dance and artistic vision. SSD works with nonprofits dedicated to serving marginalized communities. Simmons firmly believes in supporting artistic growth within its company members by encouraging development of their own voices and providing opportunities for outside choreographic voices to be heard.
About the role:
SSD seeks an experienced event planner to help develop SSD's major fundraising events. The event planner will support fundraising efforts through organizing all details related to the gala (securing location, booking entertainment, etc) and create a clearly branded marketing campaign. The event planner will work closely with the Artistic Director and collaborate with company members, community collaborators, and board members.
Paid Hourly Rate/Part-Time Hours.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains a master calendar for event planning timeline.
- Researches potential locations with pricing and availability for Director & Collaborators to decide from.
- Presents new opportunities of sponsorship to current and prospective donors
- Secures all details related to event: location booking, any rentals, bar/food details, silent auction items, guest list, active fundraiser participants/entertainment, volunteers
- Cultivates and builds existing relationships with current sponsors and partners
- Develops a clear brand for the event with marketing campaign and marketing calendar timeline
- Records all key interactions with donors and sponsors in a database
- In partnership with the Artistic Director, strategizes and coordinates methods of approach to donors, community and corporate leaders
ADMINISTRATOR INTERNS & ASSISTANTS:
Opportunities for student internships are available!
About the role:
SSD seeks a knowledgeable program administrator to join our growing organization. The program administrator has the overall responsibility for supporting fundraising efforts through grant writing, donor management and cultivation, and digital marketing campaigns. The program administrator will work closely with the Artistic Director and collaborate with company members, community collaborators, and board members.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains a master calendar for all grant activity and deadlines, to include upcoming/submitted/pending/awarded proposals and requests and reporting requirements.
- Assists with grant writing and editing to support project development, organizational growth, and educational outreach activities.
- Presents new opportunities of sponsorship to current and prospective donors
- Manages event planning for SSD's summer fundraiser.
- Cultivates and builds existing relationships with current sponsors and partners
- Identifies and builds new professional relationships with donors, sponsors, community leaders, and board members
- Records all key interactions with donors and sponsors in a database
- In partnership with the Artistic Director, strategizes and coordinates methods of approach to donors, community and corporate leaders
Requirements for paid position:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications, (students seeking internships may still be in school)
- 1-3 years of grant writing, events planning, project management, and/or nonprofit experience, (students seeking internships may have minimal experience)
- Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience with grant writing and reporting for private foundation, corporate foundation, and government grants.
- Track record of successful work in collaborative settings with community organizations and institutions of diverse size, scope and range of interests
- An advanced understanding of the challenges facing artists, as well as the needs and interests of audiences.
- Management experience with community organizing and arts advocacy.
- Experience working with individuals from a diversity of backgrounds in art, music, STEAM and community service is preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Social media and digital marketing management skills
The schedule of hours and days required for this position is flexible. Please submit a resume and a cover letter stating your interest in the role and why your skills and experience make you a strong candidate to shanasimmonsdance@gmail.com. This is a part-time position. Students seeking internships encouraged to apply. Rates negotiable based on experience.
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About Shana Simmons Dance:
Shana Simmons Dance seeks advancement of quality dance performance and increased engagement with audiences and the community through financially accessible interactive and immersive productions. Partnerships and outreach exploring topics relevant to our community at large is integral to SSD projects. The vision and passion of the company is to encourage movement in all bodies with a heavy focus on the integration of movement in education
SSD projects aim to draw audiences into modern dance in creative ways and highlight current societal topics for project based work. These projects support communities by creating thoughtful performances and inspiring change through dance and artistic vision. SSD works with nonprofits dedicated to serving marginalized communities. Simmons firmly believes in supporting artistic growth within its company members by encouraging development of their own voices and providing opportunities for outside choreographic voices to be heard.