Thursday, July 02, 2009

Read Between the Lines

What do you think this job really is?

"An applicant who is experienced as a producer at a performing arts or nonprofit organization is preferred. Management experience is required. Above all, an applicant should be confident and flexible, a creative problem solver, share a commitment to professional and personal learning, and posses a positive “can do” approach.

Responsibilities

* Assist the Executive Director in all aspects of theater management and operations
* Negotiate contract with vendors
* Manage billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
* Maintain organizational databases, records, and inventories
* Develop effective working relationships with donors, volunteers, nonprofit partners, businesses, government and foundation representatives
* Acknowledge gifts and donations
* Assist in the management and implementation of new programs"
Generally "can do" is a red flag in my world. I also think perhaps another description would be "artistically minded accountant octopus."

Any thoughts?

1 comment:

Raising Them Jewish said...

Executive Theatre Business Development Manager