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Marquis Studios is always looking for good people! Whether for a position in our office, internship opportunity or a teaching artist role, we want to work with passionate people who love what they do. See our open positions below.
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Exciting Leadership Opportunity – Executive Director, Marquis Studios
Background:
Founded in 1977 by David Marquis, Marquis Studios is a multi-disciplinary arts education nonprofit that inspires a passion for learning by bringing the arts into New York City public schools.
Mr. Marquis served as the Executive Director until 2017 and was a dynamic well-loved leader who brought to his work considerable experience as a theater artist of many capacities. On November 12, 2017, David Marquis passed away due to health complications. His work lives on through the students, teachers and parents served by the many programs offered by Marquis Studios. Before his death he requested that the Support Center assist the Board of Directors with this very important executive transition.
One hundred and fifty New York City public schools in all five boroughs are served annually through partnership with Marquis Studios. Students served are predominately low income, and a quarter are students with disabilities, many from District 75 schools. A dedicated administrative staff of 12, a team of approximately 90 Teaching Artists and 20 Teaching Assistants, and a $3.8 million budget make it all possible.
Services provided by Marquis Studios include the following:
-Core curriculum programming consisting of ten-week arts residencies taught by Teaching Artists.
-A full spectrum of arts residencies that encourage student exploration of dance, media, music, theater and visual arts.
-Custom-designed programs to meet the educational goals set by the school.
-Programs that address New York State Learning Standards, both in the arts and academic areas.
-Professional development for classroom teachers to provide arts education techniques and concepts that can be brought back to the classroom.
-Parent/child workshops that help parents understand the connection between arts and academics while providing a fun, hands‐on experience parents and children can share.
The new Marquis Studios administrative offices are in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn.
The Opportunity:
Marquis Studios has retained an Interim Executive Director who has been serving for the period following Mr. Marquis’ passing. Following an extensive organizational assessment, the Board is now ready to actively recruit for the next ongoing leader of the organization. The Board values the history, program quality, and professional relationships forged over the years and would like the next leader to maintain and build upon these aspects of the organization.
The full-time Executive Director reports to the Board and has overall responsibility for the operation and representation of Marquis Studios to its various communities. Duties include advancing the organization’s mission, supervising the administrative staff and 110 Teaching Artists and Assistants, implementing policies, managing financial resources, managing partnerships, and being the ‘face’ of the organization. The Executive Director oversees an annual operating budget of $3.8 million with revenue from government contracts and grants.
Responsibilities include:
-Exercising oversight for all aspects of the organization’s administration and program delivery, policy implementation, quality assurance, and infrastructure
-Serving as the principal representative of Marquis Studios in interactions with all partners, funders, government representatives, and other interested parties
-Inspiring and motivating the Teaching Artist and Assistant team and ensuring the proper balance between independence and agency standards in delivering a unique and valued product
-Earning the respect and trust of public school administrators, school superintendents, and funders during a sensitive time of adjusting to a new leader
-Comfort with promoting the Marquis Studios offerings in a persuasive way that results in ‘win – win’ arrangements for schools, students, and staff
-Overseeing the organization’s financial operations, including analyzing financial statements, preparing and managing the annual budget, monitoring cash flow, and keeping the Board informed of the organization’s financial position
-Preparing operational updates and analytic reports for the Board related to the organization’s programs, finances, and other matters as appropriate
-Participating with the Board in strategic planning and ensuring financial sustainability
The Qualified Candidate:
Marquis Studios seeks an outgoing, confident, responsive person with exceptional communication and relationship building skills. Qualified candidates will have:
-A passion and caring for the mission and purposes of Marquis Studios
-Extensive experience in arts education, public school collaboration, arts curriculum development, mentoring and/or artistic professional development
-Ability to inspire and motivate teams
-An ‘outcomes orientation’; knowing how to effectively capture impact/outcome information and utilize it well in communications
-A minimum of seven years of senior management-level leadership experience
-Professional, highly effective written, verbal, communication and presentation skills
-Proven strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain important relationships with institutions, professionals and artists as well as ‘selling’ what Marquis offers
-Demonstrated success in operational and financial oversight, strategic planning, organizational development and nonprofit governance
-A successful track record of managing finances in a non-profit
-An interest in and ability to explore and develop additional resources that enhance the organization, while honoring its rich history and culture
-Ability to interact effectively with the Board with demonstrated prior experience in working with a Board
-A Master’s Degree in Arts Education, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or another relevant field is preferred
Applications will be considered from experienced organizational leaders or senior-level organizational staff members who aspire to be Executive Directors.
Salary and Benefits:
The current annual budget for Executive Director salary and benefits (inclusive) is $130,000 – $160,000. Compensation package details are negotiable based on experience and individual priorities.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your résumé and cover letter to: Marquis-Search@supportcenteronline.org
Please be sure to include a cover letter with the following information:
-Description of your interest in the position
-Evidence that your qualifications and experience match the organization’s interests
-Evidence of passion for the mission
-How you learned of the position
Submission deadline is October 30, 2018. Only electronic submissions will be considered. All applications will be treated as confidential.
Marquis Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of candidates.
Travel expenses to interviews and relocation expenses for the new Executive Director will NOT be reimbursed by Marquis Studios.
Footnote:
The executive transition and search is being facilitated by the Executive Search and Transition Management division of the Support Center for Nonprofit Management. Questions may be addressed to Don Crocker at dcrocker@supportcenteronline.org. The Support Center is a Management Support Organization serving nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.
For more information please visit: www.supportcenteronline.org
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Marquis Studios Education Intern – for Fall 2018
Reports to: Director of Education
Commitment: At least 8 hours per week
Location: Marquis Studios’ office – DUMBO, Brooklyn, NY
About Marquis Studios:
Founded in 1977, Marquis Studios is a multi-disciplinary organization providing arts education services to over 150 New York City public schools. Through strong collaborative partnerships we provide a full spectrum of multi-cultural residencies where students explore the visual and performing arts. Marquis Studios provides in- school residencies, after-school residencies and parent-child workshops to high needs school communities. In 2013 Marquis Studios was proudly named the New York City affiliate of VSA, which is the city wide organization on arts and disabilities. It is our aim to continuously provide quality programs through high impact arts opportunities while creating learning environments that strengthens critical thinking and creative skills. www.marquisstudios.org
Internship Description:
The Education Intern will assist with administrative tasks at a NYC arts education nonprofit that uses the arts as a tool for youth development. The intern’s role will be to assist with ensuring the quality of youth programs through the collection of curricula and evaluation surveys and the implementation of trainings and workshops for professional teaching artists and the teaching assistants who are paired with them.
Responsibilities:
• Track residencies happening in the fall cycle, including teaching artists’ completion of lesson plans and online evaluation surveys
• Collect, edit and distribute program “Signage” to teaching artists
• Visit arts residencies with the Director of Education to see teaching artists and teaching assistants in action• Serve as a substitute teaching assistant as needed
• Assist with preparation/clean up and attend at in-house Professional Development workshops for teaching artists and/or teaching assistants
• Assist with special events that showcase student artwork as needed
• Special Project: Create a much-needed Curriculum Archive that organizes best examples of lessonsRequirements and Qualifications:
• Passion for the arts and working with youth of all ages and ability levels • Experience in the arts and working with youth a plus
• Interest in pursuing arts education as a potential career
• Willingness to learn & improve leadership skills• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong collaboration, communication and teamwork skills
• Strong problem solving skills along with an ability to work independentlyWhat Marquis Studios Interns Receive:
• Training, support and weekly check-ins with supervisor
• Professional development opportunities
• Responsibilities that include time in the office and time in the classroom
• Opportunity to build resume skills
• Extensive hands-on experience learning about what happens behind the scenes of an arts nonprofitSalary: This position is unpaid but we are able to work with students to provide college credit. Application Deadline Date: August 31, applicants interviewed on a rolling basis
Start Date: Mid-September 2018
End Date: Mid-December 2018To apply: Email your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to internships@marquisstudios.org; Subject line “Education Intern”. No calls please. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Marquis Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to seeking a diverse staff with respect to gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, class, educational background, religion, sexual orientation, and physical ability. All applicants are welcome.
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Teaching Artists – Multiple Disciplines
Marquis Studios is currently accepting applications from highly-skilled, engaging and experienced Teaching Artists for the upcoming school year (2018-2019).
About Marquis Studios
Founded In 1977, Marquis Studios is a multi-disciplinary organization providing arts-in education services to over 150 New York City public schools. Through strong collaborative partnerships we provide a full spectrum of multi-cultural residencies where students explore the visual and performing arts. Marquis Studios provides in-school residencies, after-school residencies and parent-child workshops to high needs school communities. Marquis Studios strives to provide quality programs and high impact arts opportunities while creating learning environments that strengthens critical thinking and creative skills.
(Website – www.marquisstudios.org)
Job Description
Marquis Studios Teaching Artists lead in-school and after-school residencies and parent-child workshops for Pre-K – 12 participants in public schools throughout New York City. Teaching artists are responsible for creating engaging and educational lessons and working collaboratively with classroom teachers and students throughout the school year. Each residency results in a culminating event or sharing that demonstrates skills developed while participating in the program.
We are currently accepting applications for:
– Music – Vocal Music or Chorus
– Visual Arts – Experience teaching special needs and STEM classrooms
– Theater – Script Writing and Spoken Word Poetry
– Multi-media – Filmmaking and Animation
– Architecture – Model Building & Digital Architecture
– Dance – Bollywood, Bhangra, African and other Cultural DancesResponsibilities
– Creating original curriculum that aligns with the program expectations, school curriculum and reflects the voice of Marquis Studios residencies.
– Planning programs and working closely with classroom teachers and school program coordinators to:
– Meet to plan 10-week residency, culminating events and overall residency logistics in person during a 45-minute -planning meeting before the start of the program.
– Working with students to enhance their knowledge of the art-form and integrating teachers in the lessons to have a successful program.
– In school and after school availability with the ability to teach a minimum of two full days per week – this may include – 2 in-school residencies per week and/or possibly as many as 3 after school classes throughout the school year.
– Facilitating 90-minute parent-child workshops on weekday afternoons or Saturday mornings. Workshops are assigned based on availability provided by teaching artists.
– Meeting specific professional development requirements which includes; Bi-annual PD’S, discipline specific meetings and pursuing personal professional development opportunities.Qualifications
– Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in your field and a minimum of two years teaching arts programming to Pre-K-12 students. Artists must display expertise in arts discipline of interest through educational and professional accomplishments.
– Ability to create innovative lessons and successfully integrate State Standards and NYC Blueprints for Teaching and Learning in the Arts. Experience developing and teaching STEAM-based residencies a plus.
– Experience working in District 75 and Inclusion classrooms.
– Exceptional range of classroom management strategies that aligns with the students participating in Marquis Studios residencies.
– Must be creative, committed, organized and passionate about the arts.
– Strong collaborative and inter-personal relationship skills.
– Ability to multitask and stage a performance or mount an exhibit within 10 – 12 weeks.
– Flexibility to travel throughout the 5 boroughs – STATEN ISLAND TRAVEL & CAR A PLUS.BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MARQUIS STUDIOS:
– Paid professional development.
– Stipend for transportation, planning meetings and lesson creation. Bonus incentive for teaching at distance schools, located within the five boroughs.Marquis Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to seeking a diverse staff with respect to gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, class, educational background, religion, sexual orientation, and physical ability. All applicants are welcome.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jobs@MarquisStudios.org – no calls please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and Interviews conducted between August 13th – August 31st.