Part-time Executive Director (30hrs/week): The Equus Projects/Dancing with Horses

The Equus Projects is a NYC-based performing arts company that merges dance and equestrian artistry. Working in close collaboration with high-level equestrians throughout the country, Artistic Director, JoAnna Mendl Shaw, has been presenting performance works for horses and dancers since 1999. The Equus Projects’ unique performance works include large-scale, site-specific installations and intimate dance-theatre works in arts and equestrian venues. The company hosts clinics for dancers and equestrians around the country, and brings their performances to diverse audiences in both communities. In 2009 The Equus Projects was awarded funding from The Field’s ERPA program to support the development of four regional hub sites throughout the country (Seattle, WA; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Ocala, FL; Helena, MT). These hub sites will play an important role in the development of performance and workshop opportunities in the coming years. The Equus Projects seeks an experienced individual who is interested in interdisciplinary performance work, someone who is a global thinker and has professional experience in development and project management. The part-time Executive Director works directly with the Artistic Director. Executive Director responsibilities include the following: Work directly with the Artistic Director on long-range vision and planning Administrate Projects Initiate new and Maintain existing fundraising research Draft grant proposals Maintain communications with artistic collaborators Coordinate meetings with Board of Directors Oversee marketing materials Qualifications include: NYC-based; Knowledge of the NYC/National dance community; At least two of years of prior experience in arts management; Strong writing skills and computer abilities; Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple activities; Communication skills and ability to develop and maintain diversity of professional relationships; Ab Salary: $30,000/year starting salary