Company Manager Step Afrika! The world's leading authority on the artform of stepping
Company: Maryland Citizens for the Arts
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
STEP AFRIKA!'S MISSION
Step Afrika! is the world's first professional company dedicated to
the African American tradition of stepping. The Company's mission
is to preserve and promote stepping through professional
performances and to inspire young people in and out of school
through arts education programs emphasizing teamwork, commitment,
and discipline. Step Afrika! was founded in December 1994 by C.
Brian Williams, an accomplished stepper who recognized the
accomplished connections between stepping and African percussive
traditions. Williams explored this connection with the creation of
Step Afrika! in partnership with South African and American
artists. Today, Step Afrika! is one of the top ten U.S. African
American dance companies, introducing tens of thousands annually to
stepping by performing at colleges and theaters worldwide. Step
Afrika! serves audiences of all ages and backgrounds, emphasizing
African American families with school-aged children.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Since its founding in 1994, Step Afrika! has made incredible
strides. The Company started as a small D.C. dance company with a
$250,000 budget, one staffer, and no board. Today, Step Afrika! is
a $3 million-plus organization that serves thousands annually. Step
Afrika! is experiencing unprecedented demand in its tour and
performance schedule. Each year the company serves more and more
people with its original productions, world-renowned performances,
and arts education programs. In 2022, Step Afrika! sold over 20,000
tickets in Washington DC and performed on stages across the nation
and around the world, collectively reaching over 60,000 people. In
August 2023, Step Afrika! began celebrating 30 years as the world's
leading authority in the tradition and artform of stepping. Step
Afrika!'s unique contribution to the artistic and cultural fabric
of Washington, DC, and the world speaks volumes. The company's
original performances capture audiences worldwide and resonate
deeply with audiences everywhere. To sustain Step Afrika!'s growth,
investment in the Company's core administrative capacities is
critical.
Step Afrika! is seeking a highly motivated Company Manager to
oversee the administrative and operational aspects of managing its
full-time performers and guest artists. The Company Manager will
work closely with the artistic director, executive producer, staff,
and dancers to the seamless execution of the annual performance
season. Please note that this is not a remote position and requires
a dynamic and hands-on individual with excellent organizational,
communication, and problem-solving skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Management
Tour and Travel Coordination
Production Support
Human Resources and Dancer Management
QUALIFICATIONS
BENEFITS
PREFERRED START DATE: As soon as possible
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, candidates are invited to submit three
professional references, a resume, and a cover letter detailing
their interest in the position to our Executive Director, Lamar
Lovelace, at llovelace@stepafrika.org by Memorial Day 2024. To
learn more about Step Afrika!, please visit www.stepafrika.org.
NOTE: The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are
intended to provide a general overview of the role of a Company
Manager for Step Afrika!. The specific duties and requirements may
vary based on the organization's needs and priorities. This job
description is intended to convey information essential to
understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive
list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working
conditions associated with it.
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