The Programming Director partners with the Board to prepare an annual programming schedule that supports AIGA National’s mission while meeting the needs of the local AIGA Philadelphia members. The Director helps identify potential programs, speakers and issues of interest based established initiatives and goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead chapter programming efforts and establish the annual programming plan
Work with Partnership Director to identify and secure local sponsors
Generate ideas and finalize the year calendar of events and venues
Create and manage event budgets
Manage list of venues, caterers and event vendors
Assist team in securing venues, developing promotional plan and considering event needs and logistics
Coordinating with Communications Team on event posts, updates, announcements and reminders

REQUIREMENTS

This Director needs to be organized, motivated, and enthusiastic. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills a must.

COMMITTEE

It is recommended that the Director form a committee of volunteers to help with program planning and logistics.

MEETINGS

The Director is required to attend all board meetings or send a committee member if unavailable.

TERM

The Director serves a 2-year role. In the event that the role cannot be fulfilled, it is incumbent upon the Director to find a suitable replacement, agreed upon by the board.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Self-nominations are welcomed, and encouraged. Nominees need not be an AIGA member at the time of nomination, but will be required to join AIGA at the Supporter level ($150) if elected to a board position. To nominate yourself or someone else, please prepare a PDF document with the following information, and email it to info@philadelphia.aiga.org

Nominee’s name and nominated position
A resumé or CV highlights and brief bio
A short statement (200 words max) describing why the candidate would make a valuable board member
Two references we may contact for more information

Letter of recommendations are welcome and encouraged