Job Description

Founded in 2012, Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre reimagines the classics, creating a legacy of storytelling with gender equity at its core. With the launch of Expand the Canon in 2020, the company has earned international recognition for its work elevating the voices of women and non-binary writers in the classics. With write ups in American Theatre, Playbill, and the New York Times, Hedgepig is a growing advocacy organization, calling for theatres and education programs to produce classic plays by women and underrepresented genders \xe2\x80\x93\xe2\x80\x93 and solidify their legacy in the canon. Hedgepig Ensemble Theatre is seeking a part-time Director of Outreach & Engagement to lead the growth strategy of its flagship program, Expand the Canon. This role is a leadership position that will help define, develop, and deepen relationships with Hedgepig\xe2\x80\x99s artistic community and audience. They are passionate about the mission of the organization and believe advocacy work deserves to be supported and funded. This person will work closely with the Artistic and Managing Director to set and execute strategy leading to organizational growth. This role is local to New York City and approximately 10 hours per week, flexible to your schedule. Ideal candidates are excited to grow the company to the level it deserves. They are self-starters and excellent communicators, who value collaboration, transparency, and organized workflows. They are eager to evangelize our mission, strategize, and have experience in community building and outreach. Members of a larger organization wanting to take on a leadership role as well as freelancers are attractive candidates and encouraged to apply. Roles & Responsibilities:

• Creating and executing communications to deepen industry relationships and create new partnerships
• Developing and maintaining industry and press contact lists
• Writing press releases and managing press outreach
• Providing oversight on community building activities
• Collaborating with Artistic and Managing Directors to research and implement marketing, growth, and revenue strategies, including subscription and membership plans
• Attending weekly meetings with the leadership team
• Sitting on the Board of Directors (with quarterly meetings) and chairing committees

Remuneration: Stipend of $700/month stipend for approximately 10 hours of work per week, which will increase in tandem with organizational success. Hedgepig is committed to building a dynamic and diverse leadership team. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups in the classics are encouraged to apply. Statistically, women rarely apply for roles they do not feel "150% qualified for" \xe2\x80\x93 we recognize qualification and experience in their many forms. We encourage your application. To apply, please submit information through the form below where you will upload a resume and answer 4 questions in lieu of a cover letter. We are accepting rolling applications through May 15, 2023. We look to bring this role onto the team in June or July 2023. Apply here: https://airtable.com/shrYXDxOR3lbFZhb9 Job Type: Part-time Pay: $700.00 per month Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Work Location: Remote