SA: Village Club Series Manager (S99956)

Summary

The Village Club Series (VCS) is Bates’ weekly Thursday night concert series at 9pm in the Benjamin Mays Center. VCS managers supervise VCS crew members and coordinate logistical elements crucial to the successful and efficient operation of the series. VCS crew members are students who collaboratively choose VCS artists, handle VCS publicity, determine the trajectory of the series, and set-up and clean-up each show – in particular handling band load-in/out and setting up the sound system and equipment for each show.

Basics

  • Department: Village Club Series
  • Supervisor: Luke Allen
  • Office Location: Chase Hall G04
  • Email: lallen2@bates.edu
  • Hours: 6
  • Workers: 2

Responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities noted above, VCS Managers will: Coordinate the VCS schedule of shows each semester. Interact directly with prospective talent and/or their agent(s) or manager(s) to book them for VCS. Manage the VCS budget. This includes talent-related costs, production cost, catering cost, and the purchase of swag for distribution and/or sale. Coordinate digital and physical marketing for each show. Produce the weekly VCS newsletter. Lead the VCS crew in brainstorming new and innovative ways to engage with the Bates and Lewiston-Auburn communities. Oversee weekly set-up and tear-down of the show space. Work on other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Passion for VCS (atmosphere/ identity) and live music, as well as an interest in the continued evolution of VCS to best serve the entertainment interests of today’s student body. Supports a safe environment at Bates – recognizes and embraces that VCS is a fun non-drinking event on campus. Past student or peer supervisory experience is preferred, but not required. Proactive stance toward student ownership and leadership of the series. Friendly, helpful and professional attitude when working with VCS staff, crew and performers. Professional communication skills. Proficiency in social media marketing. Graphic design skills. Proficiency with Photoshop or equivalent platform preferred. Experience with implementing time management and organization strategies to efficiently accomplish tasks. Having 1 year experience working with the Village Club Series Crew preferred.

Reporting

Reports to the Coordinator of Campus Life Programming and Actives ; supervises VCS crew members; works closely with another VCS student manager, HPA Productions personnel, Dining personnel, and outside talent.

Working Conditions

This is a 4-6 hour per week commitment. Work may be accomplished on site on Thursdays at the Benjamin Mays Center or elsewhere on campus. This job may require lifting of objects that are 10 pounds or less.