PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER MoARTS

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1 PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER MoARTS Launching in Spring 2019, MoARTS (a placeholder name) is set to become an anchor in the pulsating cultural hub at the epicenter of Downtown Brooklyn, and one of the country s few arts centers dedicated to contemporary African Diasporan arts. MoARTS (A NEW ENTITY/A SHARED VISION) MoARTS represents the merging of two well-established Brooklyn-based arts organizations, both deeply committed to advancing the cultural expression of the African Diaspora. For almost thirty years, one predecessors mission has been to deepen appreciation for contemporary performing arts and culture of the African Diaspora and to provide professional and creative opportunities for performing artists of African descent. The second predecessor, founded in 1999, uses the visual arts as a point of departure for exploring new artistic production across a variety of disciplines. Through exhibitions and programming, the organization incites dialogue on pressing social and political issues facing the African Diaspora and fosters a dynamic space for the creation and continuous evolution of culture. Both organizations are well loved and respected by artists, community members, and practitioners in the field. And both institutions bring first voice perspectives to the curation, support, presentation, and production of contemporary African American cultural expression. When both organizations learned of their designations as cultural tenants in the newly built Brooklyn cultural hub at 300 Ashland, their Executive Directors ensued conversations regarding meaningful collaboration. Those discussions progressed to the exploration of a merger. And over the course of the last year, the executive leadership and Boards of the two entities devised a unified and captivating vision for a new Contemporary Arts Center committed to illuminating African Diasporan culture across disciplines, partnerships, and communities local to global.

2 MoARTS draws on the strengths of its two predecessors, while embodying future-forward possibilities in its mission, strategies, and programming directions. MoARTS imagines a mix of programming that:! Illuminates cultural expression and ideas from the contemporary African Diaspora -- manifesting cultural equity and social justice;! Features live productions, exhibits, festivals, screenings, readings & pop-ups;! Incubates, creates, and nurtures young professional, creative and social entrepreneurs;! Educates, inspires, and builds through intergenerational learning experiences;! Elevates intersectional issues (climate, food, economic, reproductive, education, digital rights, workforce development, community development, health and wellness, etc.);! Exists in the world and online. THE FACILITY Located in the heart of Fort Greene, Brooklyn, MoARTS will occupy 20,000sqft of 50,000sqft designated to cultural organizations in the new breathtaking 300 Ashland Place. The mixeduse building is designed by the high-profile architect Enrique Norten, founder and director of TEN Arquitectos, known for such critically acclaimed projects as: Guggenheim Museum Guadalajara; CENTRO, Mexico City s premier university for the creative arts; and New York Public Library (53rd Street). MoARTS new state-of-the-art space will include three galleries, a classroom and multipurpose space, a boutique gift shop, and office space. There will be a 100-seat theater, three artist studios/dance rehearsal rooms, an administrative suite, two conference rooms, and a media production studio. MoARTS will face a 10,000 square-foot plaza that will also be available for community engagement programming. It will develop outdoor programming to animate the plaza the largest public space within the Brooklyn Cultural District and to serve as the conduit through which indoor activities constantly flow into the community. THE POSITION The Chief Executive Officer position is a unique leadership opportunity for an individual with experience, initiative and an entrepreneurial spirit. She/He will provide the vision, strategic direction, fundraising leadership, and management expertise necessary to launch and advance this exciting new entity. With a deep passion for the history and past-contributions of the African Diaspora, the CEO must nevertheless envision MoARTS in a way that is contemporary, forward-looking and cutting-edge. She/He must bring a new take on the importance and interconnectedness of contemporary African-Diasporan culture within a sophisticated urban environment and global context. And this insight should manifest as artistic programming that is rich, adventurous, and uniquely MoARTS.

3 Serving as MoARTS chief spokesperson, the CEO will represent the organization broadly, encouraging partnerships that advance MoARTS mission. Within short order, MoARTS should be positioned as a not-to-be missed arts destination, delivering a special experience for patrons of all ages and cultural groups. The CEO will be responsible for the overall sustainability and growth of the organization, and will continue to shape MoARTS institutional identity, including helping to determine the right balance of local, regional, national and global focus. Paying close attention to downtown Brooklyn s astounding development and popularity as both a residential and tourist destination, the CEO will harness this excitement, and identify leadership opportunities, expanded audiences and diversified support for MoARTS in this bourgeoning cultural district. Reporting to the Board, and ultimately partnering with a strong executive team, the CEO will oversee MoARTS day-to-day operations. It is anticipated that once fully functional, the organization will have an annual operating budget of approximately $3 million. Direct reports will likely include senior staff in the areas of: Programming; Development; Operations; Finance; Marketing; and Cross-Sector Innovation. MoARTS currently has an exciting groundswell of support. The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs has dedicated over $20 million to support the build out of the new facility, and a solid cohort of institutional and individual donors have contributed approximately $2 million of the remaining $4 million pre-launch fundraising goal for operations. The Chief Executive Officer s core responsibilities include: VISION, STRATEGIC PLANNING & PROGRAMMING! Guide the continued evolution of MoARTS into a dynamic, well-branded cultural institution with a clear mission and strategy that is both viable and sustainable;! Provide overall artistic vision and leadership, guiding the design and delivery of highquality, thoughtful programming that advances MoARTS mission, optimizes use of the entire MoARTS facility and its varied cultural spaces, and compels media attention; INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT & GENERAL MANAGEMENT! Build and manage MoARTS infrastructure its human resources, operations, facilities, financial and technological systems;! Provide oversight to all financial aspects of the organization including budgetary processes, audits, cash flow management and financial analysis; REVENUE GENERATION! Lead MoARTS fundraising strategies; working with the development staff and Board execute an aggressive fundraising plan;

4 ! Be entrepreneurial in pursuit of earned income opportunities; BRANDING, MARKETING, EXTERNAL RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS! Establish MoARTS brand identity. Engage expertise, as needed, to work on naming the new entity, developing logos and communications strategies, conducting audience segmentation and such;! Oversee the appropriate and consistent use of the MoARTS brand, including approval of institutional marketing strategies and public relations campaigns;! Serve as a thought leader and advocate, representing MoARTS and its programs to a wide range of constituents; BOARD RELATIONS & GOVERNANCE! Help to identify and cultivate new Board Members whose talents, interests, and resources will advance MoARTS mission and artistic development. IDEAL EXPERIENCE The ideal candidate must have deep knowledge of, and commitment to, illuminating the African Diaspora its history, culture, power and potential. She/He should have:! Recognition as a creative builder and leader, able to convert a vision into a fullyoperational program, product or venture;! Senior-level experience at successfully managing people, operations and the fiscal affairs of a significant nonprofit, private or governmental entity;! Expertise with strategic planning and organizational development;! Experience with creative content (nonprofit or commercial); experience with a cultural or educational entity known for exciting programs and attracting broad audiences;! An understanding of financing and distributing creative content across myriad channels is a plus;! Success with major fundraising -- engaging a range of sources;! Experience producing in a competitive urban market, with a track record of developing programs that differentiate and distinguish a brand;! A track record collaborating with partners in the development & presentation of work;

5 ! Political savvy and comfort with broad-based constituencies, with outstanding verbal and written communication skills;! An entrepreneurial and strategic ability, with the insight to spot opportunities and quickly capitalize on them. To apply for this position, please forward a resume and substantive cover letter outlining your interests and qualifications via to: Sandi Haynes Executive Search Consultant SandiHaynes@aol.com