Rosy Simas Danse is seeking an Artists in Residence Program and Studio Manager in Minneapolis, MN. 

Job Title: Artists in Residence Program and Studio Manager
Status: Permanent
Reports to: Dual Report to Artistic Director and Managing Director
Start Date: February 2024
Salary: $52,000-$56,000 + Benefits (Holidays and PTO) depending on experience
Out of state relocation fee: $5,000

About Rosy Simas Danse (RSD)
Rosy Simas Danse makes the work of Native artists nationally and internationally visible, to shift the global view of how Native people are seen—to demonstrate that Native artists are contemporary, groundbreaking artists bringing critical Indigenous worldviews to all fields of the arts. RSD furthers artistic and professional growth for Native and BIPOC artists, which in turn provides income, education, visibility, artistic autonomy, and hope for individual artists.  

About the Artists in Residence Program and Studio Manager Role
The Artists in Residence (AIR) Program and Studio Manager provides coordination and support with scheduling, coordinating artistic, production and technical needs, and hospitality to the artist(s) in residence. The Residence Program and Studio Manager will coordinate with and work closely with all Rosy Simas Danse (RSD) staff as well as the Artists in Residence and Artist in Residence candidates. This position works closely with the Artistic Director, Managing Director, and accessibility and development consultants. 

Core Areas of Duties
• Manage, Coordinate, and Support Artist(s) in Residence Program.
• Coordinate, Support and Maintain Residency Studios.
• Coordinate and Support Events for Resident Artists including Production and Technical Support.
• Support Development Activities for the Artist in Residence Program.
• Coordinate accessibility needs of residency artists, studio visitors and audience.

Knowledge, Wisdom, and Experience Sought
Interested candidates in the Artists in Residence Program and Studio Manager role should have work experience that sits at the intersection of authentic relationships and effective systems. We seek someone who is simultaneously flexible and people-centered, as well as organized and process-oriented. Should have understanding surrounding accessibility in support of D/deaf, disabled, neurodiverse and chronically-ill communities. Ideally, the candidate has knowledge of professional practices that are supportive of the lived experiences and lifeways of Native and BIPOC peoples.

Anti-Oppression, Equity, and Inclusion are foundational
We believe that the liberation of all peoples starts with the healing of oppression and trauma caused by the intersectional, historical, and current oppression of Native, Indigenous, Black, and People of Color in this country. We acknowledge that all human beings and all species in relationship with human beings need to be free.

The work of Rosy Simas Danse specifically seeks to simultaneously work against all named and unnamed forms of systemic oppression such as white supremacy, patriarchy, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, ableism, and gender-bias while advancing an inclusive, abundant, holistic ecosystem, working against capitalist notions of scarcity and value. An ecosystem that will support and allow the Native and BIPOC of the dance community in this country to thrive.

We aim to be equitable in all our programming through not only our own commissioning, programming, and paying of artists and community, but by actively advocating and fighting for equality for Native, Indigenous, Black, and People of Color in the broader arts field.

History
Rosy Simas Dance (RSD) was founded in 2012 in response to a need to support Native performing art that connects artists and audiences. Our artistic work and programming is built through authentic relationships with the Native, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ communities locally and on tour. RSD has focused on creating and presenting dance, developing Indigenous-focused community engagement strategies, and touring throughout Minnesota, the United States, Canada, and France. In 2020, RSD opened the three thirty-one (331) space created in response to the urgent need for creative and healing space for and led by Native, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. In 2021, we commemorated the first cohort of eight residency artists.

What do we hope you will bring to Rosy Simas Danse?

We acknowledge that a single candidate will not come with all this experience, but we think the following attributes are important to the work and this position:

• You have excitement for the creation, healing, and networking for Native and BIPOC artists

• You are interested in working with a distinct arts organization with a long history

• You want to support art that is created with collective power – sharing the process and creation with the community

• You always work to foster an inclusive and dynamic environment

• You like to take a creative approach to organize people and complex tasks 

• You are flexible, resourceful, and offer support where it’s needed  

• You believe in building authentic, respectable, and accountable relationships

• You can see the big picture and the small details needed to achieve it

• You are energized by managing multiple, concurrent priorities 

• You like to build structures and systems that support staff and artists

• You have experience with working with artists and scheduling 

Process for This Position: The Artistic Director and Interim Managing Director will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews. 

Timeline

Jan 10, 2024: Initial deadline to submit application / EXTENDED TO JAN 30, 2024

Jan 28-Feb 8, 2024: Interviews 

Feb 10, 2024: Decision

Feb 2024: Start Date or ASAP

To learn more about us visit the RSD website, our Facebook Page, or Instagram to get to know our community and programming. 

Does this position interest you? Email us and tell us your story!
Amanda (at) rosysimasdanse (dot) com

Be sure to include your contact information: name, email, and phone number. Please use the subject line “AIR and Studio Manager” and include the following attachments: 

• A document with your story or letter of interest telling us why you want this position and including the experience that you bring. We want to hear about you, your journey, and how it intersects with why you think this position and RSD is a good fit for you  

• Your resume or a list of your experience 

The job posting will be open until filled; however, we would like to fill the position as soon as possible.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Rosy Simas Danse is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our our commitment, Rosy Simas Danse will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Amanda (at) rosysimasdanse (dot) com