Red Hook Hub Alert

Red Hook Farms: Veggie Distribution

When: Monday, April 27, 2020

Where: Red Hook Farms

*Para español, desplácese hacia abajo* Red Hook Farms is offering produce boxes: Pick up at the Farm (in front of Ikea) 2pm - 4pm on Wednesdays (First come, first serve!) Deliveries for those with medical or mobility issues: sign up by emailing veggies@rhicenter.org or fill out this form Boxes changes weekly. Sample box below: Red Onion Beets Carrots Green Beans Green Bell Pepper Kale Salad Mix Apple, Fuji *Thank you to Red Hook Relief mutual aid volunteers for leading our local deliveries! Sign up to volunteer here. Red Hook Farms ofrece cajas de productos: Recogida en el Farm (en frente de Ikea): 4pm - 3pm los miércoles (¡Primero en llegar, primer servicio!) Entregas para personas con problemas médicos o de movilidad: regístrese enviando un correo electrónico a veggies@rhicenter.org o complete este formulario Cebolla roja Remolacha Zanahorias Ejotes Pimiento verde col rizada Ensalada Mix Manzana, fuji * ¡Gracias a los voluntarios de ayuda mutua de Red Hook Relief por liderar nuestras entregas locales! Regístrese para ser voluntario aquí.

Community Meeting, Education, Community, Housing, Information

Leadership Development Training for Community Leaders

When: Mar 11 6:00 pm-Apr 22, 2021 8:00 pm

Having trouble viewing or submitting this form? FILL OUT IN GOOGLE FORMS I've invited you to fill out a form: Leadership Development Trainings Join neighbors and Local Leaders for trainings and teaching sessions on: 1. Creating organizing strategy for Red Hook houses and the larger community. 2. Plan effective actions to advocate for more funding for the community and better access to resources. Please select and register for the classes that you are interested in. Trainings start Thursday, March 11th and will be weekly evenings from 6pm to 8:30pm. Webinars will be recorded You can attend all courses and trainings that are available. If you have any questions; please contact Tevina Willis at 347-469-3261 or email at tevina@rhicenter.org. Full Name * Last Name * Telephone Number * Complete Email Address * Mailing Address * Trainings & Teach-Ins * Thursday, March 11th 6pm: Organizing Strategy: Create and plan actions around community issues/needs Thursday, March 18th 6pm: Power Mapping-Outlining our strengths and skills and access to resources Thursday, March 25th 6pm: NYCHA 101 Teach In-Understand the leadership changes at NYCHA Thursday, April 1st 6pm: Zoom Training: Understanding how to attend zoom trainings, meetings and how to schedule and host Thursday, April 8th 6pm: Public Speaking: Creating framed, uniformed messaging Thursday, April 15th 6pm:Green New Deal for public housing - New Initiative for funding public housing Thursday, April 22nd 6pm: RAD/PACT/Infill: What do these funding streams mean for Red Hook? Thursday, April 29th 6pm: ULURP - Understanding zoning in Red Hook Contact for May & June Trainings Never submit passwords through Google Forms. Powered by This form was created inside of Red Hook Initiative. Report Abuse - Terms of Service - Additional Terms Create your own Google Form

Event, Community

Local Black Entrepreneurs Showcase

When: Apr 6, 2021 6:30-10:00 pm

Where: ReGenCy 22 Commerce St Brooklyn

LOCAL BLACK ENTREPRENEURS @ReGenCy an opportunity to identify local residents of Red Hook that identify as ‘Black’ & Entrepreneurial and allow them to showcase their product or service for consumption at this event. APPLY TO SHOWCASE! (FREE) apply@re-gen.exchange We want the community to see Red Hook’s hidden entrepreneurial gems and the more prominent entrepreneurs in our midst. At ReGenCy we seek to do our in supporting and celebrating them. This event is the first in a series with highlighting local entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs Confirmed: Ms. Jacqui, The Red Hook Cook Tiffiney Davis, Co Founder and Managing Director of Red Hook Art Project Program Begins at 6:30PM-10PM — Entrepreneur Intros — Above & Beyond Updates — Open Air Shopping of Goods and Services — ReGenCy’s Discounted Everyday Goods Available for Purchase — Every Attendee Gets a Token of Appreciation From Us — Food available for purchase (Vendor) – BYO Beverage if desired (No hard liquor)” This is a free event for Above & Beyond members, a free to join collective impact network that offers benefits for people giving back to their community and the planet. If you are not yet a member, please apply as well as RSVPing to this event. We also invite any local community groups to come and offer the ways that our members can support you by volunteering or other opportunities* (Working or volunteering at a nonprofit is one of the ways that you can become eligible for our free membership).

Art/Music, Community, Employment

Apply to be a Part-Time Visitor Services Attendant at Pioneer Works; $20/hr, 24HRS/week

When: Mar 4-Apr 4, 2021

Where: Pioneer Works

Pioneer Works is a groundbreaking cultural center located at 159 Pioneer Street in Red Hook with a mission of building community through the arts and sciences in order to create an open and inspired world. Through extensive exhibitions, programs and residencies with artists, scientists, musicians, writers and technologists, we seek to make culture accessible to all. We are driven by the realization that humanity is facing unprecedented social, intellectual, and spiritual challenges; our programs explore new ways of facing those challenges by using the arts and sciences dynamically as both a lens and catalyst. When humanity comes together and combines the ideas and talents of many, we have the ability to engineer what once appeared to be impossible. Learn more at http://pioneerworks.org POSITION OVERVIEW Pioneer Works seeks a Part-Time Visitor Services Attendant to join our Team. Visitor Services Attendants work to welcome and host the public at Pioneer Works during our exhibition’s open hours. The Visitor Services team works on a variety of tasks to serve the public including greeting and checking in the public, soliciting donations, and informing visitors of current offerings and assisting in way-finding. The team also collaborates with our Facilities team to open and close the building. While Pioneer Works is not creating in-person events at this time, the team will eventually assist in welcoming visitors to select programs once it is deemed safe to do so. The Visitor Services Attendant is a 24 hrs per week position, with a starting wage of $20/hr. Responsibilities ● Greet, welcome, and check in all visitors for open hours at Pioneer Works, including exhibitions, workshops, and events. ● Engage visitors with knowledge of Pioneer Works exhibitions, programs, residencies and upcoming events ● Usher visitors through our three galleries, manage capacity of each gallery and provide information on each exhibition ● Track gallery attendance, donations, sales & retail stock of lobby bookstore ● Work with Development team to sell on-site memberships ● Check in a high volume of ticketed and vip guests at Pioneer Works events ● Work with Finance team on daily cash reconciliation and reporting ● Work with Facilities team to ensure enforcement around COVID-19 protocols. Requirements ● Prior experience working in customer-facing roles ● Prior experience in museums, event production or membership a plus Pioneer Works Art Foundation, 159 Pioneer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231 ● Comfortable working independently and in a public facing customer service role ● Ability to work nights or weekends ● Ability to lift 25 lbs. ● Interest in the arts and sciences Pioneer Works is committed to creating a safe onsite environment for our staff as well as visitors. We will open our exhibitions this spring as reservation only, and with timed-entry slots available, and in accordance with all COVID-19 safety guidelines as provided by the city and state. Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. To apply for this job, please send a brief cover letter and resume via email to: jobs@pioneerworks.org with “Visitor Services Attendant_[Applicant Name]” in the subject heading. Please do not call to inquire about your application, we will be in contact with applicants for interviews.

Community Meeting, Information, Community, Information, NYCHA

Public Safety Program Info Session

When: Mar 5, 2021 4:00-6:00 pm

Where: Online

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RHI Works will employ 10 young adults to further the work of the public safety Committee, design youth-centered public safety programs, create an inventory of resources for returning citizens, and open opportunities to lift young adult voices in formal community/ civic spaces, all with a lens of reducing police violence. This will be a two-year project slated to begin in December 2020. Organizers will work 15 hours per week. An additional 20 will be hired for the 2022 year. The group will begin meeting in April 2021.

Who is this for?

Any young person between the ages of 18 and 24 who currently lives, or has previously lived in the Red Hook area.

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Job, Art/Music, Community, Information

Now Hiring: Associate Producer for Red Hook Fest

When: Mar 1-Jun 30, 2021

Where: Virtual and in Red Hook

Hook Arts Media (HAM) is seeking an Associate Producer for the 28th Annual Red Hook Fest, a multi-day arts festival during the first two weeks of June featuring top talent in music and dance in the community of Red Hook, Brooklyn. Responsibilities Handle all aspects of festival production with special attention to necessary COVID-19 safety guidelines Manage Festival budget Meet bi-monthly with Executive Producer Work with Technical Director to assure smooth running of event Handle all permitting as necessary, community relations, police permits and FDNY Lead monthly production meetings March-June Handle all equipment rentals in collaboration with Technical Director Collaborate with HAM Marketing Director and local outreach staff on event marketing Supervise staff handling youth groups and community partners Creating and maintaining Productions Schedules and Show Flows Qualifications Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong work ethic and ability to commit to the event’s mission and values. Exceptional attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines Excellent written and verbal communicator Strong computer skills especially in Excel Previous experience in outdoor event production Ability to work effectively with diverse constituents Interested applicants should email their resumes with contact information for 3 references to Executive Director Martha Bowers Martha@hookarts.org no later than February 15, 2021 with RHF Associate Producer_Your Name in subject line. No phone calls, please. Start Date March 1, 2021- June 30, 2021 Part Time: Approximately 2-6 hrs per week, up to 12 hours during weeks of festival events. Salary commensurate with experience. $3,500-$4000 About Hook Arts Media Originally known as Dance Theatre Etcetera, DTE achieved national acclaim for making the arts a critical component of urban renewal as well as its recovery efforts in Red Hook, Brooklyn. As the organization evolved, DTE rebranded as Hook Arts Media. This new identity reflects its focus on creative learning for community change, incorporating 21st-century technology into its arts education programs. Hook Arts Media’s in-school multidisciplinary media and arts programs primarily serve NYC transfer high schools. Its community programs focus on digital media and computer literacy, preparing young people with college and/or career-readiness skills.

Community Meeting, Education, Information, Community, Emergency, Health, Information

COVID-19 Vaccine Town Hall for Community Health Workers and CBOs

When: Feb 5, 2021 12:00-2:00 pm

Where: Register here to attend: tinyurl.com/COVIDvaccine-CHW

Dear Friends, At NYU Langone, we have many community partners working to advance vaccine uptake and address hesitancy on the front lines. To support this important work and provide you with reliable information and the latest news regarding distribution, the NYU Community Health Worker Research & Resource Center (CHW-RRC) is pleased to announce that we are hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Town Hall specifically for community health workers, patient navigators, and other frontline staff working in New York City on Friday, February 5th from 12-2 PM. The town hall will include presentations by Dr. Mark Mulligan, Director of the NYU Langone Vaccine Center and Dr. ‘Simbo Ige, Assistant Commissioner, Bureau of Health Capacity Building at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Following their presentations, there will be a Q&A session moderated by Ivette Cabrera, CHW at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn. The presentations will cover frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccine safety, efficacy, and distribution. Please see the attached flyer for more information and feel free to distribute widely to NYC-based community-facing staff. Register here to attend: tinyurl.com/COVIDvaccine-CHW

Community Meeting, Community, Environmental

Red Hook Community Update-Notes

When: Friday, December 4, 2020

EPA project page: https://www.epa.gov/ny/cleanup-columbia-smelting-refining-works-red-hook-brooklyn-new-york

NYC Parks project page: https://www.nycgovparks.org/about/whats-happening/red-hook-park-remediation

NYC Parks capital tracker: https://www.nycgovparks.org/planning-and-building/capital-project-tracker#Brooklyn

Community Meeting, Community

Red Hook Local Leaders Check In

When: Dec 16, 2020 6:00-

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Class, Education, Community, Recreation/Sports

RHI Virtual Programming

When: Friday, November 6, 2020

Interested in your young person participating in afterschool programming? RHI offers after school programming to youth ages 12-24 in support of career readiness, employment, education, and connection to socio & reproductive health. We are reaching out to youth & parents of participants in Red Hook to collect more information in order to advocate and support needs during this uncertain time through RHI's youth programming. Please complete THIS survey so we can continue to provide our community with much needed services!

Community, Health, Information

Conversation with Siddhartha Mukherjee on The Plague

When: Oct 29, 2020 8:00-9:30 pm

Where: Pioneer Works Broadcast - online

8pm, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 Pioneer Works THE PLAGUE A conversation between Pulitzer Prize winner and Prof. Siddhartha Mukherjee (The Gene: An Intimate History) and Pioneer Works Director of Sciences Janna Levin. Together they'll look at vaccines, our precarious medical system, and our chances against the next virus to make the jump from the animal world. https://pioneerworks.org/programs/the-plague-siddhartha-mukherjee-and-janna-levin-in-conversation/

Information, NYCHA

MAP Crime Dashboard: 1/1/20 – 9/6/20

When: Thursday, October 8, 2020

The MAP Stakeholder Dashboard tracks crime complaints in NYCHA developments served by the Mayor’s Action Plan for Neighborhood Safety (MAP). This dashboard tallies the total number of index crime complaints, domestic violence complaints, and shooting incidents reported to have occurred on a development’s grounds between January 1st and the most recent week of a given year. For more information on how to interpret this dashboard, see the Glossary page of the dashboard. Please send any inquiries to Imani Isaac at iisaac@moconsultant.nyc.gov

Information, Legal Help, Community, Emergency

ICE/Immigration Resources

When: Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Here's some good resources to print out. There's tons out there but we tend to like IDP the best: https://www.immigrantdefenseproject.org/ice-home-and-community-arrests/ Here's also guide from NYLAG for businesses: https://www.nilc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/EmployerGuide-NELP-NILC-2017-07.pdf

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Food, Community, Emergency, Food

Red Hook Farms: Veggie Distribution

When: Monday, April 27, 2020

Where: Red Hook Farms

Community, Employment, Environmental

RHP Seeks a Science/Garden Teacher

When: Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Where: Red Hook Playgroup - 295 Columbia Street

We are looking for a Garden Education Teacher/Program Coordinator for the 2021 - 2022 school year. This is a full-time, year-round position (with generous vacation time provided throughout) that involves teaching children between the ages of 2.6 - 5 years old in our regular, extended day and summer programs. This position also involves Garden Education program development and leadership, in addition to teaching. At present, we have plots/growing space in neighborhood gardens and part of the role will involve maintaining relationships with these community gardens as well as expanding them as needed. The Science & Gardening Teacher’s responsibilities include: developing and implementing a Garden Education curriculum for our regular, extended day, and summer programs, in collaboration with the Director of Education and classroom teachers. The Garden Education curriculum will be the primary one in our extended day and summer programs. The program we're looking for would include meaningful hands-on works in the garden, as well as experiences in other areas of the sciences. An appreciation of the natural world, and a sense of responsibility and stewardship, would be built in. Qualified applicants should have experience doing Garden Education with children, and have experience in urban farming/gardening. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field; a degree in Science Education and/or NYS Teacher certification is a plus. The ideal candidate would have experience working in an early childhood setting.

Community, Health

Wellness Wednesdays in Red Hook

When: May 20 4:30 pm-Jun 17, 2021 6:30 am

Where: 450 Columbia Street (Flagpole)

Join us for our monthly Wellness Wednesdays for self-care, healing, and community love.

Art/Music, Community, Information, News

Red Hook Fest

When: Jun 12, 2021 4:00-7:00 pm

Where: Richard Street (from Pioneer St. to Visitation Pl.)

Red Hook Fest comes to a close on Saturday, June 12th with an evening of live music and dance performances from Los Cumpleaños and LayeRhythm Jam, emceed by Jive Poetic.

Art/Music, Community, Food

Red Hook Fest

When: Jun 5, 2021 5:00-7:00 pm

Where: Red Hook Houses and Coffey Park

Saturday, June 5’s festivities will begin with a procession starting at 5 PM at the Red Hook Houses (Clinton St. and Centre Mall), lead by Laura Anderson Barbata, The Brooklyn Jumbies, and Cornelio Joseph. March with us to Coffey Park, where we’ll have a live dance class, community tables, and pineapple giveaways!

Art/Music, Community, Food

Red Hook Fest

When: Jun 4, 2021 4:00-6:00 pm

Where: PS15, 71 Sullivan St, Red Hook, Brooklyn

Red Hook Fest will kick off on Friday, June 4 with a community dance party emceed by DJ Mikey Palms. Cora Dance will present a short piece by Mateo Vidal featuring the choreographer, Phoebe Pfaffman, and Dahsir Hausif. Be sure to get your FREE Hometown grab-and-go BBQ before events close at 6 PM. Family-friendly activities will include t-shirt design, book giveaways, sidewalk chalk, and more!

Art/Music, Employment

Job Alert: Exhibitions Assistant

When: Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Where: Pioneer Works

Exhibitions Assistant Pioneer Works seeks an Exhibitions Assistant to provide crucial support for the Founding Artistic Director, by managing day-to-day calendar scheduling and high-volume email correspondence. They will also help fulfill administrative needs of the Exhibitions department, from tracking incoming proposals to liaising with other departments such as Communications, Development, Production, and more. A successful candidate will be comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent communication skills. They must exercise discretion, and have experience interfacing with artists, senior staff and board members. They must also be available to work both nights and weekends as required. Experience in an administrative role, with a demonstrated interest in contemporary art, will be preferred. Responsibilities • Coordinate calendar scheduling and email correspondence for the Founding Artistic Director; • Provide general support during exhibition installations as needed, including but not limited to sourcing supplies and vendors, placing orders, and arranging framing; • Help facilitate public programs including artist panel discussions, performances and Second Sundays activations as related to Pioneer Works' Visual Arts department; • Field and track incoming project proposals by artists and external curators; • Assist Director of Exhibitions & Special Projects with departmental budgetary tracking; • Complete monthly departmental expense reports; Oversee organization and upkeep of digital departmental records; Coordinate Spanish and Chinese translations of Exhibitions-related didactics as part of DEIA Inclusion initiative; • Oversee shipping and delivery of incoming and outgoing artworks, along with Pioneer Works Editions; • Work with the Development team to gather materials for funder reports and proposals. Assist as needed on fundraising events and initiatives such as auctions and editions program; • Generate materials and presentations for exhibitions fundraising and traveling purposes, as well as quarterly Board of Directors meetings; • Serve as a liaison between the Exhibitions and Communications teams. Share media and all relevant assets, as well as interface with external PR and social media agencies; coordinate project announcements. Qualifications • 2-3 years experience in a museum or arts environment; • Excellent writing, proofreading and internal communication skills; • Familiarity with budget tracking; • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Google Suite, Slack and Wordpress; • Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment. Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Please send a cover letter and resume via email to: jobs@pioneerworks.org w/ “Exhibitions Assistant_[Applicant Name]” in subject heading. Please do not call to inquire about your application. Should you match our needs, we will be in contact with you.

Art/Music, Employment

Job Alert: Communications and Marketing Manager (F/T)

When: Saturday, May 1, 2021

Where: Pioneer Works

The Communications and Marketing Manager at Pioneer Works is responsible for a clear workflow across all communications efforts, working closely with program producers and external partners to ensure timely and effective communication and amplification of our programming to the public. As the principal editor of the website and email newsletter campaigns, they work closely with the web team, PR and social media consultants to implement a collaborative digital and social strategy. They will also further develop the institution’s written voice and editorial style through thoughtful copyediting and proofreading. The Communications and Marketing Manager reports directly to the Deputy Director and works closely with the Founding Artistic Director, Broadcast Managing Director, and Web Development team. The Communications and Marketing Manager is a Full Time position with a starting salary commensurate with experience. Pioneer Works offers a competitive benefits policy including Health, Dental & Vision insurance, as well as a retirement savings program. Responsibilities: Communications and Marketing Management: • Maintain and update the content calendar of all Pioneer Works communications and circulate to relevant parties • Oversee all external messaging, including brochures, newsletters, announcements, and campaigns • Orchestrate the production of Pioneer Works brochures and other ephemera while working collaboratively with curators, designers, co-publishers, artists, and other project team members • Ensure all texts, including program descriptions, exhibition gallery guides, brochures, newsletters, and other materials follow the Pioneer Works style guide • Advise colleagues in communications, advancement, and visitor services on how to improve public messaging • Ensure consistency of printed, published, and digital materials, ranging from within an exhibition to organization-wide • Communicate and collaborate with Red Hook-based promotional partners • Research, advise, and implement best accessibility practices across our platforms and communications • Support other editorial efforts as they arise Web Editorial: • Publish all (non-Broadcast) website content, including programs, announcements, and exhibitions • Maintain and update editorial website upkeep: writing copy for, editing, and updating discipline pages, home pages, program pages, visitor guidelines, and announcements • Work closely with the Deputy Director and CTO on web projects and wider digital strategy Social: • Manage and serve as primary liaison for social and PR firms • Overseeing social marketing campaigns on promotion of all PW programs in collaboration with outside social media firm • Create and maintain digital and social marketing ads • Assist with customer support and feedback on social media platforms • Create consistent community management on the platform Requirements: • 3-5 years of experience in communications and marketing • 3-5 years of experience managing multiple outside partners • Excellent writing, proofreading and internal communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse set of departments across organizations • Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment. • Familiarity with Wordpress, Mailchimp, Eventbrite & all social media platforms a must • Interest in the arts and sciences Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. To apply: Please send a writing sample, cover letter and resume via email to: jobs@pioneerworks.org with “Communications and Marketing Manager_[Applicant Name]” in subject heading.

Art/Music, Employment

Job Alert: Associate Arts Editor (P/T)

When: Saturday, May 1, 2021

Where: Pioneer Works

Pioneer Works is seeking a part-time Associate Arts Editor who will be responsible for writing, assigning and editing articles for The Broadcast, a new digital and print project that foregrounds art alongside science, music, narrative arts, and technology. The Broadcast is an extension of the Pioneer Works physical campus—a digital manifestation of a real place and community. The part-time Associate Arts Editor will help shape the editorial direction of the publication and will play an integral role in broadening our network of contributing writers. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer and editor with an extensive knowledge of the art world and a deep understanding of the arts and culture media landscape. Essential to this role is an existing network of talented writers as well as a constant eye towards up-and-coming talent who might be a good fit to contribute to the publication. The ideal candidate will work with a small, collaborative team of editors to ensure that the mission and ethos of The Broadcast and Pioneer Works at large is maintained and executed consistently, with an eye towards quality, experimentation, distinctive writer’s voices, and unique content. Responsibilities: • Solicit pitches from exceptional writers across art, music, and technology • Develop your own pitches, assign them to freelance writers, and work with the contributors to ensure the content is in line with the mission and editorial quality of The Broadcast • Brainstorm and strategize new content with The Broadcast editors • Actively cultivate relationships with established arts and culture writers • Work closely with the internal marketing team to ensure all content is distributed across relevant channels Qualifications: • This candidate must be an excellent writer and editor with a deep understanding of the art and culture landscape • A minimum of six years writing or editing for an established media organization • Experience managing a team of freelance contributors and ensuring that all deadlines are met and within budget • A proven ability to generate original ideas for creative and engaging arts and culture content • The successful Candidate will be highly collaborative and very comfortable talking about how to most successfully execute stories with relevant stakeholders Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. To apply: Please send a writing sample, relevant bylines, cover letter and resume via email to: jobs@pioneerworks.org w/ “Associate Arts Editor_[Applicant Name]” in subject heading.

Art/Music, Employment

Job Alert: Director of Technology at Pioneer Works

When: Saturday, May 15, 2021

Where: Pioneer Works

Pioneer Works seeks a new Director of Technology to oversee our Technology Lab. The Pioneer Works Technology Lab fosters an environment for thoughtful collaborations between artists and creative technologists. We provide tools and engineering support for creatives to develop projects in emerging technologies spanning robotics, AI, mixed reality, and additive manufacturing. The Lab connects to the larger community through a variety of public programs that include social impact hack-a-thons, conferences, classes, and workshops. The Director will oversee the Lab’s growth as a thought leader in the field of technology through a renowned residency program and year-round workshops, public programs and conferences designed to expose the wider community to cutting edge artistic practices from the broader technology community. Our three-month Tech Residency Program invites artists, programmers, and researchers to create work that addresses challenging social issues through the lens of new technologies. The Director will help residents develop their projects in our labs, facilitate access to one-on-one consultations with experienced software and hardware engineers; and oversee procurement & management of cutting-edge equipment, and work to create unique opportunities for the public to engage with their work, both onsite and remotely. The Director will oversee the Technology Department’s public programs. This includes, but is not limited to; Second Sunday, Pioneer Works’ monthly open studio and community day, conceptualizing hands-on demonstrations, performances and studio visits; The Software for Artists Conference, bringing together hundreds of tech-art practitioners to share their work and learn from one another; and the Red Hook Regatta, a community event and educational workshop melding 3D modeling with the history of the Red Hook neighborhood. The Director will collaborate across the organization, working alongside our digital team to create online programs, interviews, podcasts and more, raising the profile of our residents to an international audience. They will also work with our Community and School team to facilitate creative education in tech for adult and youth workshops. The Director will also manage a part time Technology Associate who maintains equipment resources in the lab, acts as a department administrator, and conducts their own self-directed research in advanced technologies. Pioneer Works offers a competitive salary and benefits policy including Health, Dental & Vision insurance, as well as a retirement savings program. REQUIREMENTS • 5+ years experience in management positions, preferably with a focus in creative technology • Advanced knowledge of AI, web technologies, 3D printing, VR/AR and related mediums • Demonstrated commitment to supporting underrepresented or marginalized individuals in the arts & technology • Knowledge of, or prior experience in, the creative technology community as maker, researcher and/or administrator • Experience working on creative projects that make use of new and emerging technologies • A proven track record in building outside partnerships with a focus on sustainable growth • Fundraising experience in both institutional and individual giving communities • Experience working with arts residency programs a plus • Ability to focus, prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment • Experience managing budgets and working across departments • Excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal skills; decisive, confident and humane • A creative and entrepreneurial spirit • A passion for interdisciplinary collaboration and artistic experimentation Pioneer Works is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that reflects the varied global community we serve. Pioneer Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. To apply: email jobs@pioneerworks.org with your cover letter and resume!

Community Meeting, Education, Community, Housing, Information

Leadership Development Training for Community Leaders

When: Mar 11 6:00 pm-Apr 22, 2021 8:00 pm