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Jobs & Internships

West Windsor Arts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. West Windsor Arts is committed to the highest standards that help us hire great people, present great programs and attract loyal customers. Our goal is to provide a welcoming environment for people of all ages and backgrounds and we are dedicated to building an equitable and culturally diverse environment. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the arts field are strongly encouraged to apply.

Posted December 4, 2024

Program Assistant

The Program Assistant works closely with all departments, reports to the Operations Director, and  interacts regularly with the visiting public. This is a full-time position with a work week that aligns with evening and weekend programming, generally Tuesday through Saturday. Salary range is $33,000 – $34,000 annually, depending on experience.

Essential functions include:

Program Support

  • Customer Service: Provide welcoming and responsive service by interacting directly with customers and vendors; respond to inquiries in-person, by phone, or email; check-in students of all ages for classes
  • Customer Data: Keep all data clean and updated; make reports and mailing lists as needed
  • Program Registrations: Enter programs into CRM; process and track registrations
  • Website: Add/update programs and information as required
  • Communications: Support ongoing communications and surveys with donors, members, and event registrants
  • Administrative: Adding/updating events to the organizational calendar, sorting and routing of mail, copying; sorting, archiving and filing of records
  • Parties and Rentals: Schedule and run art parties (for all ages) and rentals of the space
  • Special Events: Assist with the coordination and running of special events for the community

Art Center Facilities Oversight

  • Daily opening and/or closing of the facility
  • Day-to-day oversight of the facility including: materials and supplies inventory, cleaning, restocking of supplies, trash removal, recycling
  • Set up and restore spaces as needed, including chairs, tables, etc.

Marginal functions include:

Retail Sales: Be knowledgeable and assist with the sales of works in current exhibitions

Volunteers/Interns: Help identify projects, train, and provide oversight to volunteers or interns

Marketing Support: Update external event calendars; contribute to social media posts; design flyers and postcards; assist with updating the website calendars

Other Duties as Assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:

  • Self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented
  • Conduct themselves in a positive and professional manner
  • Excellent and clear communication skills
  • Reliable team player in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong ability to learn and utilize computer-based programs
  • Knowledge and passion for the arts
  • Retail sales experience, including cash handling
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to kay@westwindsorarts.org. 

Filmmaking Camp Teacher for Summer 2025

We are currently seeking a Filmmaking teacher to teach our July 21 – 25, 2025 summer camp from 9 am – 3 pm. Candidates must be available on all 5 days of this camp. This is a 9am-3pm part-time seasonal, $50/hour paid position.

 

Ideal candidates must be able to:

– Teach ages 8-13 and manage a group of up to 18 youth campers

– Adapt to students with different individual needs- Work and communicate effectively with staff, camp management and high school volunteer assistants

– Create an engaging filmmaking curriculum

– Teach a wide variety of script writing, acting, filmmaking, and editing skills

– Create mini film exercises for students to follow

– Use a range of technology for students to film and edit – Compile a folder of completed videos/films to share with parents at the end of the camp week

– Attend a CPR training date in spring 2025, if not already certified

An ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

– Ability to develop and implement lessons and classroom activities, from set up to restoration

– A team player

– Professional and friendly

– Is punctual and has great time management skills

– Is able to engage and teach students in a fun and meaningful way

To Apply

Email kirsten@westwindsorarts.org with your resume. All applicants will be required to pass a fingerprint child abuse clearance check.

Teaching Artists

West Windsor Arts Council is continually seeking energetic teaching artists who are accomplished in their field and passionate about the arts and learning for all ages. We offer classes and workshops for children, teens, and adults in a variety of arts disciplines. We are currently looking for new visual arts teachers for both youth and adult classes.

Click Here to Apply

Marketing Intern – perfect for college students!

This position requires skills in arts marketing, writing, social-media tools and trends, and an enthusiasm for WWAC and its mission. The Marketing Intern will work closely with all departments.

We are seeking an Intern for winter to spring of 2025 (January to May, 2025), 12 hours per week. We can be flexible with hours and days of week to match your schedule.

Intern will gain and/or improve upon:

  • General communication skills and professionalism
  • Understanding of the inner workings of a lively nonprofit organization
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Understanding of the implementation of a marketing plan
  • Building of design portfolio

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with staff to plan, execute, and achieve goals for visibility of organization through marketing initiatives including:
  • Design and print postcards, ads, and other graphic material to promote classes, camps, and events
  • Update the website (WordPress)
  • Build email newsletters (Constant Contact)
  • Create events in CRM (NeonCRM)
  • Add events to community calendars
  • Maintain and build WWAC’s presence on key social media platforms
  • Write copy for press, social media, and print materials

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Interest in arts marketing
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong computer skills including Google Suites, social media
  • College coursework or comparable work experience preferred
  • Work well independently and in a team environment
  • Strong organizational skills

Hours: WWAC will work with the intern to set a schedule that fits with their coursework and meets the requirements of the internship.

To Apply:

Volunteers

Please see the volunteer page for more opportunities to get involved.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

It is the policy of WWAC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, WWAC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.