Education & Community Outreach Coordinator (12 months contract)
The Hong Kong Ballet Ltd
- Company Industries:Performance / Musical / Artistic
Job Information
- Post Date:2022-05-11
- Career Level:Entry Level
- Location:Causeway Bay
- Yr(s) of Exp:2 years
- Qualification:Degree
- Employment Type:Full Time, Permanent
- Job Function:Admin & HR Clerical / Admin Staff Education Others Marketing / Public Relations 
- Benefits:Dental insurance, Medical insurance, Five-day work week
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic team member to help share the amazing world of ballet with people from all walks of life. Working in a small team led by the Education & Community Outreach (ECO) Manager, you will help create and execute the department’s award-winning programmes and deliver inspiring educational activities for people of all ages in our community. Our goal is to cultivate within everyone a love of ballet and the performing arts.
Main Responsibilities
- To perform administrative duties for the Education & Community Outreach Department
- To liaise with venue personnel for the booking of performing and rehearsal venues
- To liaise with schools, government departments, community groups and other organizations for Company visits
- To assist in the planning of rehearsals and performances at schools
- To liaise with venue personnel, internal production teams (including Technical and Wardrobe Departments) and other relevant parties to ensure that operations are efficient, effective and of the highest standard
- To assist in preparing proposals and activity summary reports
Requirements
- University degree holder with knowledge and/or experience in performing art
- Minimum of 2 years’ working experience, preferable in arts administration
- Excellent command of both written & spoken English and Chinese, fluency in Mandarin
- Proficiency in computer skills including Powerpoint, Excel, Word and Photoshop
- This position does include working after office hours and on weekends occasionally to accommodate production schedules as needed
- Knowledge of ballet would be an advantage but not a must
Company Info
About Hong Kong Ballet
One of Asia’s premier ballet companies, Hong Kong Ballet (HKB) is internationally recognized as a top institution that represents Hong Kong’s unique character. Since its inception in 1979, HKB has evolved into a vibrant performing arts organization with a dynamic repertoire, forward-thinking community engagement initiatives and an emphasis on excellence. Septime Webre has been its Artistic Director since July 2017. In 2018/19, HKB reached a record total audience of over 60,000 for its many productions and a further 90,000 participants through its expansive education and outreach activities. With nearly 50 dancers from all over the globe, HKB has made 50 tours covering 11 countries around the world. HKB celebrates its 40th Anniversary Season in 2019/20.
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