College for Creative Studies · 1 month ago
Design Core Detroit Project Lead - Public Programs
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe College for Creative Studies is a nonprofit, private college that fosters creativity and design. They are seeking a Design Core Detroit Project Lead to support the planning and execution of public programs and events, particularly those related to the Detroit Month of Design and Detroit City of Design initiatives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and post-event reporting for a diverse portfolio of organizational events, including virtual and in-person public programs and Business to Business sessions. Events would include but are not limited to the Detroit Month of Design signature events and Detroit City of Design initiatives
Through the normal course of their work with Detroit Month of Design and Detroit City of Design, the Project Lead may also be asked to support the recruitment and retention of design businesses into the Design Network or provide technical assistance and coaching to Detroit Design Network members, based on the Project Lead’s specific expertise
Provide support for earned revenue projects including drafting scope of work, establishing realistic milestones, deliverables and budgets
May occasionally supervise temporary, or part time project assistants
Actively use Neon to track activity and impact
Supporting the Detroit Month of Design application, review and acceptance process, plan festival information sessions, mixers, training, supporting independent event organizers and sponsored activations throughout the festival season
Be cross-trained to support varied organizational functions, proactively identifying and implementing improvements to program delivery
Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with partners, members, and stakeholders through excellent customer service and high-quality work
Maintain current and accurate records of all engagements and activities (members, partners, funders), and prepare activity, matchmaking, and metric reports as needed
Support the full lifecycle of grants, contracts, and sponsorships, including acquisition, management, and reporting
Actively support the communities that we serve by sharing relevant news, communicating opportunities, and collecting feedback and metrics
Represent the organization professionally at assigned internal and external meetings and events
Qualification
Required
Desire to reach beyond what's expected
Proven experience in business, design, or economic development with increasing levels of responsibility and competency
A demonstrated track record of organizational skills, including the ability to successfully manage multiple projects, data, and deadlines
Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable ideas
Proficiency in standard office applications (MS Office, Google Workspace) and the ability to effectively utilize various technology platforms, including CRM systems and project management tools, to achieve objectives
Demonstrated expertise in customer service, interpersonal relations, and effective problem-solving
Must be able to travel occasionally to local, national and international locations to attend conferences or participate in meetings. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required. International travel will require a valid passport
Preferred
Proficiency in or a willingness to quickly learn the organization's current technology stack, including CRM (Neon), email marketing (Mailchimp), project management (Asana), collaboration (Slack, Google Drive), design/strategy (Miro), and various AI tools
Demonstrated ability to present effectively to diverse audiences, ranging from students to C-level executives
Possesses strong, professional writing and communication skills
A preferred candidate is self-motivated, organized, creative, and a thoughtful problem-solver
A keen interest in the creative economy, small business development, and economic development is essential
A passion for Detroit or urban economic development is a plus
Company
College for Creative Studies
College for Creative Studies is a private college located in Detroit, Michigan.
Founded in 1906
501-1000 employees
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