Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Accepting Applications: Dancewave Work Exchange Program
Company: Dancewave
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Compensation: Exchange for rehearsal space & dance classes
START DATE: October 2023
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND: Dancewave provides access to supportive and empowering dance experiences that center social, emotional and cognitive development through movement. Developing programs to meet community needs, we use dance as a vehicle for transformation, expression, active citizenship and self-reflection. We engage our diverse audience through an expansive platform of dance performances and classes, dance residencies, college readiness events and subsidized studio rentals, reaching over 6,000 students annually.
For more information on our vision, values and portfolio of services, please visit www.dancewave.org.
OPPORTUNITY: Dancewave offers a Work-Exchange Program for individuals seeking to exchange general administrative support for complimentary studio rehearsal and/or class access. This Work Study position is ideal for emerging artists and movers who are looking for frequent studio rehearsal space and/or becoming an active participant in Dancewave classes.
COMMITMENT:
Minimum length of the Work-Exchange program is 2 months
Available for a minimum of 5 hours per week
Evenings 3:00-9:00pm required; Sunday or Saturday
Must be 18yrs+ years of age
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Front Desk support including answering phones and general in-person inquiries
Payment processing
Visitor Check-In including virtual assistance using Zoom platform as needed
Studio and Lobby Cleaning
Facility support including assisting Renters & Teaching Artists with technical needs, separating/opening up the studio curtains
Opening and closing the facility
PREFERRED:
Interest in Arts and Nonprofit Administration
Passionate about dance education and/or community connections
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
Organized, problem solver, able to work in a fast paced environment
Fluency in Microsoft Office and Google suite
TO APPLY:
Please send an email expressing your interest to jobs@dancewave.org with subject line Work Exchange Program Application. No Phone Calls Please.
Dancewave
182 Fourth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY, 11217
Dancewave.org
For more information:
Hiring Manager
jobs@dancewave.org