*** This is a two-year, full-time, benefits-eligible grant-funded role. ***
SUMMARY
Entertainment Industry Foundation ("EIF" or the "Foundation") is seeking a dedicated and results driven Project Specialist to develop, implement, and evaluate collaborative partnerships within the entertainment industry ecosystem focused on inclusion, access, and belonging. EIF Careers Program serves as a bridge between entertainment industry career pathway training and pipeline programs, program alumni, and industry employers looking for talent from low-income and historically excluded communities. We believe that a collaborative approach connecting young talent interested in creative careers, pathway programs that aim to advance the education and skill building of talent, and industry employers seeking qualified talent is critical to building a diverse talent pool for the industry. This position will lead the management and day-to-day operations of a grant-funded project through December 2026.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To be successful, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
EIF reserves the right to modify the job responsibilities listed below:
Organize quarterly convenings, roundtables, and conversations focused on inclusion, access, and belonging in the entertainment sector.
Engage members of the Entertainment Equity Alliance and other creative industry stakeholders in socializing apprenticeship as a model for workplace training and entry.
Engage IATSE and work with local union leaders on DEIA strategies within the film and television industry.
Engage school districts and studio partners in formulating and facilitating the Careers Program Educator Professional Development Series to support teachers and their career education.
Engage community colleges to explore partnerships for credit-bearing certificates and degrees and pathways to employment post-graduation.
Organize convenings and conversations for Arts, Media, and Entertainment (AME) Sector Registered Apprenticeship Programs and employer partners focused on designing, developing, and implementing work-based training/learning programs.
Manage data collection and feedback loops with all relevant industry stakeholders.
Research, develop, and publish reports that define industry competencies and skills, identify education and training programs, and showcase scalable models and best practices for pre- and registered apprenticeship programs.
Work with the EIF Careers Program Director to track project goals and outcomes, budgets, and sponsorship activations.
Collaborate with other departments and administrative staff as needed.
Attend departmental and other meetings as required.
Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills with the capacity to be highly task-oriented.
Demonstrate personal compatibility with and commitment to EIF's philosophies and mission while maintaining a high degree of professionalism.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently, creatively, efficiently, and cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
Professional demeanor exhibiting the ability to listen actively and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing), persuasively, and with confidence.
Personable, approachable, and able to build relationships and trust with employees and management.
Proactive problem-solving skills.
The ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining extreme attention to detail and refocus as the job and situations demand.
The ability to work within a team and establish strong working relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree in film, television, or communication from an accredited institution of higher education or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in labor/union relations, government relations, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and/or diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) within the entertainment industry.
Knowledge of the arts, media, and entertainment industry and workforce development system and passion for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Project and data management experience is a plus.
Business acumen with proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office 365 including SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Some travel required.
Ability to sit for extended periods
Frequent alpha/numeric keyboarding
Ability to use a computer
Operate standard office equipment
Lift and carry boxes up to ten pounds
File and retrieve documents
SALARY RANGE: $66,560 - $70,000
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EIF is an equal opportunity employer. It considers applicants for all positions without regard to age (40 or older), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), disability (either mental or physical, including HIV and AIDS), cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.