Careers

Opportunity: Office Assistant

The Huntington Arts Council, Inc. is seeking an Office Assistant responsible for assisting all programs of the Huntington Arts Council.  This is a part time position, approximately 20 hours a week and includes the following diverse responsibilities in the areas of general office assistance and Public Relations. The Office Assistant reports to the Executive Director and Director of Public Relations & Marketing.

Office Assistance

1. Provide support to Executive Director.
2. Receptionist – greeting visitors and direct phone inquiries to proper staff.
3. Assist with Exhibition Program installations as needed.
4. Create and maintain main databases.
5. Maintain office calendar.
6. Ordering, shopping, set-up, serving and cleanup of all meetings
7. Process mail for office. Distribute incoming mail. Maintenance check of mailing machine.
8. Bulk mailings – obtain necessary trays/sacks/forms from Post office.
9. Ordering and managing supplies from Town and Local Businesses.
10. Facility – maintain office and facility supplies in closets and neatness in gallery.
11. Building – maintain neatness on front sidewalk of building.
12. Garbage – remove kitchen, bathrooms nightly and recycle paper on Tuesday evening.
13. Other duties as assigned.

Public Relations Assistant

1. Assist Director of Public Relations & Marketing with web updates, promotional pieces and other marketing activities.
2. Data entry for programs and events section cultural calendar online and print versions.
3. Assist in social media publicity and promotion.
4. Keep press book up-to-date.

Job Requirements

1. Thorough knowledge Microsoft office (access/word/excel).
2. Familiar with word press, photo shop, illustrator preferred
3. Familiar with Submittable preferred
4. Organizational skills a must
5. Excellent in data entry
6. Excellent writing skills
7. Design experience a plus
8. Valid Driver’s license and car

Applicants please send a current resume, cover letter and three references to Huntington Arts Council, 213 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743.  Position is available immediately. The Huntington Arts Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Opportunity: Advertising Salesperson

The Huntington Arts Council, Inc. is seeking an enthusiastic and eager outside sales professional to sell advertising and marketing programs for our publication Arts Cultural News.

The individual will be responsible for developing and operating a profitable sales territory through in-person calls, correspondence, and telephone contact. They will be expected to meet and exceed established sales goals, manage an account list of local businesses and skillfully gain new business while increasing existing business.

• Applicant should have superior customer contact experience, with preference for business to business sales.
• Experience in the advertising and/or marketing industries is a plus.
• Strong relationship building skills and entrepreneurial drive is a must!
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
• The ability to organize, plan, and report effectively.

Applicants please send a current resume, cover letter and three references to Huntington Arts Council, 213 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743.  Position is available immediately. The Huntington Arts Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Arts Administration Internship Opportunities for College & High School Students

Internships are available year-round to college and high school students. Non-paid internships fulfill community service requirements and written verification may be provided to students at the end of their session. Hours are flexible for applicant but during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9-5).  Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Application Process for student interns:

Volunteer Opportunities

The Huntington Arts Council is looking for Volunteers!

If you are interested in volunteering your time at the Huntington Arts Council we have a variety of opportunities available to those who would like to help. Whether it be in our office providing support at the front desk, helping staff with our numerous programs or gallery sitting at our  Main Street Gallery located at 213 Main Street in Huntington, or as a SummerScape Friend at the Summer Arts Festival assisting with onsite festival events, we have something for you!

About The Huntington Arts Council, Inc.

The Huntington Arts Council, Inc. is a professionally staffed arts agency founded in 1963 to provide coordination and programming services for the arts. The Huntington Arts Council enriches the quality of life of Long Islanders with programs and services that address the needs and interests of artists, cultural organizations and the community. The Council remains true to its motto, “serving the arts. . .serving the community,” through the scope and type of projects and programs offered. Included among them are Information Services & Publications, Training, Education and Advocacy, Outreach Efforts, Huntington Summer Arts Festival, Grants for the Arts; Arts-in-Education and Youth Services; and membership benefits to the over 100 non-profit arts organization members.