GRANTS ASSOCIATE - Los Angeles, CA

Under general supervision, the Grants Associate manages and supports various administrative and financial functions for grants processing, including data management, contacting and communicating with grantees, reviewing submission and compliance of due diligence information, generating documentation and creating records and files associated with all grants made by the Foundation. This position is responsible for monitoring the status of a grant from inception to payment and coordinating and reviewing grant reporting for the Foundation's domestic and international grants. This position is expected to report onsite 4 days a week and select 1 day a week to work remotely.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Processes and serves as the point of contact for Trustee(s) assigned Grants. Contacts grantees, conducts  due diligence documents information in SmartSimple, generates agreements, completes the review process; initiates payments, creates electronic grant files, and ensures all reporting requirements have been met. , 
• Serves as support desk agent, logging and troubleshooting SmartSimple queries. 
• Works with Accounting department to process grant payments in accordance with both Foundation policies and procedures as well as IRS and other government regulations.    
• Creates and maintains electronic grant files that meet legal, auditing, and Foundation requirements.Serves as a representative/information source for grantees and nonprofits in the community. Handles Letters of Inquiry (LOls) and phone calls, communicating overall programmatic strategies of the Foundation.
• Participates in department meetings and small group discussions about Grants Management policies, Grant status, and SmartSimple usage.   
• Monitors receipt of grantee reports and distributes to staff. Verifies that all requirements have been fulfilled and information is complete. Liaises with grantees to obtain additional items and processes Grant extensions and amendments as needed. Closes out completed grants. 
• Acts as point of contact between the Marketing and Communications department and grantees regarding any publication or recognition of grants and other grant-related sponsorship items. 
• Coordinates data clean-up efforts in SmartSimple, including but not limited to grant cataloguing and tagging.  
• Ensures grantee information (including contact information and related grants payments) is up-to-date and accurate in Smart Simple. Inputs new information as needed.
• Assists in the monitoring of grant payments for cash flow purposes through a monthly analysis and adjustment process.
• Supports Grant processing of  the Foundation Employee Engagement Programs, which include Employee Matching and Philanthropic Recommendations. 
• Generates grant-related reports for Board of Directors, Trustees, and staff as needed.
• Serves as a member of the Programs and Grants Team, participating in Team and work activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• None 

PRIMARY INTERACTIONS

• Daily contact with CBOs (community-based organizations) to answer questions and give information.
• Daily communication within the Grants Management team and with Trustee Program staff in support of the grantmaking process. 

Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Deep understanding of the mission and values established by the Board of Directors.
• Understanding of Foundation policies and procedures and IRS regulations concerning grantmaking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with Board of Directors, colleagues, grant-seekers, government officials and the general public.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience working in a diverse, multicultural environment.
•  Strong organization skills.
• Ability to balance priorities in a multitask environment.
• Excellent knowledge of the SmartSimple database or similar grants management system. Proficiency in other data systems and software (e.g., Word, Excel).
•  Ability to handle confidential information with complete discretion.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or related field.
• Three years of grants administration experience, preferably in a philanthropic environment.
• An equivalent blend of education and experience is acceptable.
• Knowledge of a foreign language is a plus. 

Salary Description: Starting rate is $30/ hourly

https://annenberg.org/about/careers/ 

Songwriters of North America (SONA), a nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to fighting for the improved rights of songwriters in the music industry headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, is expanding our team with a new Social Media Specialist role.

The Social Media Sepcialist is a newly created position to help take charge of our to social media strategy and execution, create digital marketing campaigns for online and in-person events, and help grow our presence in songwriting communities throughout the United States.

We are a small but mighty team filled with passionate individuals striving for a better future of equitable pay and legal rights for songwriters and we seek to provide that same fair future for our team as well.

If you are a social media and marketing leader who is passionate about building communities, creating campaigns and driving attendance to in person and online events events and want to grow, or create your career in the music industry, then this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

The SONA team is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Social Media Specialist to be responsible for creating social media campaigns and the day-to-day management of the company’s social media properties using best practices.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, a versatile creative writer, and a team player who will preferably also have experience in event marketing, building and growing a community, and email marketing campaigns.

You will:

• ●  Co-create, lead, and execute on a cohesive and achievable content calendar for all targeted organic social media posts across our digital channels
• ●  Project manage, to the best of your ability, to have all internal stakeholders on board with the content calendar and the deliverables you need to successfully execute the calendar and event marketing goals.
• ●  Engage with our social media followers to grow trust and community in our SONA brand
• ●  Uphold SONA brand standards through all marketing campaigns so SONAs messaging
  and voice is always clear and consistent
• ●  Maintain a deep understanding of social media metrics and data analysis, including the establishment of success benchmarks.
• ●  Create and build on campaigns to grow our membership numbers and to be well known in songwriting communities
• ●  Contribute to and present strategy, learnings, and recommendations to leadership at all levels to grow and improve our brand to best showcase our dedication to songwriters within the music industry
• ●  Maintain a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) focus in all of these initiatives to be in alignment with SONAs values
• ●  Work with internal teams to help create email marketing campaigns
  Qualifications
• ●  3-5 years of relevant work experience in marketing, social media, and online content development.
• ●  Expertise running social media channels and maximizing the impact of an organic social media.
• ●  Success in managing complex and multi-faceted social media campaigns and delivering results in a fast-paced, rapid-growth environment.
• ●  Knowledge of social networks’ best practices – design, functionality, users (best time to post, tagging influencers, character limit, etc.)
  Nice to Have:

● Knowledge in:

• ○  Email marketing software (ActiveCampaign)
• ○  Basic website editing abilities (WordPress)
• ○  Basic graphic design (Canva) and video editing skills
• ○  Experience working within a non-profit environment
  We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.
  For job positions in Los Angeles, CA, and other locations where required, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
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Pay $20 - $24 an hour, 15 hours per week.  Email resume to careers@wearesona.com

BroadStage is a contemporary performing arts presenter in Santa Monica that energizes audiences and community through bold performances and personal connection. A proud flagship of Santa Monica College, BroadStage is one of Los Angeles’ leading venues to experience daring artistic performances. BroadStage’s intimate yet strikingly grand 499-seat venue combines the warmth of a small theater with the acoustics and staging of a grand hall. Working in partnership with Santa Monica College, BroadStage is part of the school’s tradition of community service, providing educational programming, master classes, and special events for students, at both K-12 and college levels. Approaching a 15-year anniversary in 2023, we’re expanding to meet a rapidly evolving set of needs for artists, audiences, community, and campus. Under the leadership of Artistic & Executive Director Rob Bailis, BroadStage is broadening its impact through a new artistic vision and expanded venue footprint, celebrating our shared humanity and expanding the role the arts play in the vitality of our diverse community. We believe that through the arts we can design the future we wish to see, evolving our work for a new day, and shaping a world in which we can all proudly live.

Position Summary: 

BroadStage at Santa Monica Performing Arts Center is seeking an experienced Group Sales & Corporate Engagement Specialist to lead audience outreach efforts related to group sales and corporate partnerships. This position is responsible for group sales revenue goals, strategies, and plan implementation. Under the direction of the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Specialist will proactively research and solicit relevant groups and oversee the organization’s corporate partnership program. This is a revenue-focused position that is goal oriented and dedicated to creating a strong portfolio of corporate partners.

The Group Sales & Corporate Engagement Specialist will serve as a liaison to the community, engaging future BroadStage patrons and sharing the mission, values, and artistic vision of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, be goal driven, enjoy networking, and have the ability to work both collaboratively and independently while showcasing a dedication to equity, diversity, inclusion, and access.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Solicit new and existing group purchase accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals through prospecting, outside sales calls, networking events, and written communication.

· Develop and implement group and corporate ticket packages that focus on growing BroadStage’s audience base and establishing deeper relationships with the community.

· Conduct ticket sales, exchanges, and other transactions over the phone and in person for relevant groups and corporate sponsors.

· Develop branded group sales materials and conduct persuasive presentations to prospective patrons.

· Prepare monthly group sales reports and revenue projections

· Manage accounts to achieve guest satisfaction; serve as a concierge for their ticket needs.

· Regularly evaluate processes through surveys and other data, and make recommendations to enhance patron experience and efficiency.

· Work with a community of outside vendors and consultants to achieve group sales revenue goals.

· Work in collaboration with the External Affairs department to create strategies for greater access to key target audience groups

· Maintain and update a group sales and corporate partner database

Minimum Requirements:

· Strong interest or experience working in the performing arts, entertainment, or live events

· Database experience, particularly with Patron Manager, is a big plus

· 3-5 years experience in marketing, arts administration, and/or sales

· Excellent project management skills

· Self-starter with abundant curiosity, creativity, and willingness to lean into innovation and learning

· Cultural competency with a diverse group of staff, patrons, and community stakeholders

· Ability to work collaboratively and to professionally represent BroadStage 

· Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends at events

· The ability to work offsite in a variety of social environments.

· Must have reliable transportation to and from meetings, presentations, and other special events

Location

This position is based in Santa Monica, California. We are currently working a hybrid, with a flexible onsite schedule that includes attendance of on-site, in-person live events. A return to non-remote, onsite work in the future is possible.

Compensation:

Salary range $65,000-$75,000 commensurate with experience. Full-time, exempt, with benefits including a matching 401K plan.

How to Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to employment@broadstage.org and put “Group Sales & Corporate Engagement Specialist” in the subject of the email.

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