Casey Droege Cultural Productions (CDCP)
Position Title: Operations Assistant
Job Type: Contracted Worker
Duration: TBD
Hours: 15-20 hours/week
Location: Remote/Virtual and in person
Starting Rate: $18–$22/hour
About CDCP and TASC Consulting:
Casey Droege Cultural Productions (CDCP) is an artist-run, woman- and disability-owned business created in 2017. CDCP is an experiment in sustaining a for-profit, socially-minded arts business while building an arts economy in a city with a small arts ecosystem. Through our work, we provide unique art solutions that have an immediate impact.
The Art Supply Co. (CDCP’s consulting business) works with businesses and developers to facilitate artwork acquisitions and commissions, with a focus on regional artists and designers. By choosing to work with TASC, our clients support a thriving creative community and encourage a sustainable economy for artists in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area.
Projects include buying and commissioning artworks for corporate, hospitality, and educational sites, among others. We also organize events that include artists in activities, talks, or commissions. Other projects focus on artist management for specific client-run installations.
CDCP aims to build authentic and long-term relationships with artists, clients, and communities through our values of compassion and respect. We promote a safe and inclusive work environment supportive of underrepresented voices. CDCP honors the individual perspectives and experiences of its staff and is ultimately grounded by a shared value of teamwork.
Position Description:
The Operations Assistant is responsible for supporting Project Managers and the Project Assistant in the logistics and realization of projects and events. OAs are tasked with research, communication and outreach, as well as the development of project materials and documents. OAs also work with the Connection Coordinator to execute and manage the posting of all social media content. For any CDCP-organized exhibitions, OAs may be asked to help with overseeing the gallery during open hours. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills and knowledge of CDCP’s vision and mission are essential. OAs report directly to the Director and Assistant Director and will be assigned to support a few specific projects as well as handle other tasks as needed. The position offers training for a Project Manager or Operations Manager position.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Project & Event Support
Streamlining and maintaining project spreadsheet
Creating document templates in Google Drive
Working alongside the Finance Manager to generate reports for project reimbursement and ensure payment to artists/vendors/etc.
General research to support Project Managers and project/event development
Assisting with making suggestions on new project management tools
Assisting with outreach to project-related contacts (i.e. clients, artists, vendors, etc.) via email and phone
Presence at select on-site meetings and location visits
Stepping in to assist on projects/events as needed
Other administrative tasks as needed
Social Media
Work alongside the Connection Coordinator, who is responsible for planning and drafting all social media content; have regular meetings to keep on track (biweekly or monthly)
Manage social media calendar, with distinct dates and times of each posting
Responsible for posting all social media content on platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) for both CDCP and TASC accounts
Respond to all social media messages, comments, repost on stories, etc.
Create social media graphics and have the ability to change them if needed
Create a weekly presentation to share social media plans with the team at All Staff meeting
Create event announcements on online listings as needed
Update taplinks to reflect current events and happenings
Only as needed (or interested), write blog posts, create interviews, and do outreach for post collaboration from community and team members
Gallery Support (if/when needed)
Learning/communicating basic biographical information about artists featured in the gallery
Operate/update Square point-of-sale system
Create a welcoming/inclusive environment for guests of the exhibit
Stay attuned to visitor experience and answer any questions to the best of your ability
Follow all opening and closing procedures
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Dedication to and alignment with CDCP’s values
Participation in maintaining a safe space work environment that supports a team mentality
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; comfort talking with people with a wide range of art knowledge and interests
Ability to creatively problem solve and adapt to feedback
Commitment to preserving and building positive and respectful relationships with clients, artists, vendors, venues, etc.
Hard-working, responsible, punctual, flexible to last-minute changes, disciplined, able to take direction and learn new skills
Confident in taking the lead on administrative organization and following up with Project Managers and fellow staff for updates and organizational improvements as needed
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Demonstrated accuracy and strong attention to detail
Experience and comfort with working as part of a small team and delegating tasks
Ability to get around the city to various meetings (car not required)
Awareness of Pittsburgh-based and/or regional artists and arts organizations is preferred
Experience with Google Workspace programs and proficiency with Adobe suite is preferred; experience with presentation platforms like Sketch Up, Miro, and Jam Board is preferred
Experience with social media content creation and/or management is preferred; comfort with using social media platforms is required.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references via email to Hannah Turpin, CDCP Assistant Director at hannah@caseydroege.com.
Applications received by 11:59 PM on Friday, June 23, 2023 will be given priority. However, the application will remain open until the position is filled.
