Programming Coordinator

Bring your authentic self to work at this innovative arts nonprofit. 

Ex Fabula, which is Latin for “from stories”, is a nonprofit that connects Milwaukee through real stories. Our vision is a radically inclusive community that honors the dignity of all people, so we leverage personal stories to help community members connect, advocate and heal. Started as a grassroots effort in 2009, Ex Fabula’s current programming includes public StorySlams and workshops, projects that amplify underrepresented voices and stories (Brave Space, Deaf Stories Project, Youth Affinity Storytelling, Equal Access), collaborations with schools, businesses and nonprofits, and the award-winning radio show/podcast, Real Stories MKE. More information: exfabula.org.

We are seeking a facilitator and project manager to advance our mission by planning and implementing Ex Fabula storytelling events. Our mailing address is an in-home office near Lincoln/Howell and we meet up to work at various libraries, cafes, and co-working spaces. Some work can be completed remotely once training is complete; weekly in-person meetings with the Executive Director and other team members will take place from 9 to 5 pm, M-F.

Responsibilities:

• Produce Ex Fabula events including StorySlams and workshops. Workload will include some of the following: public Slams and workshops, special projects like Deaf Stories Project, Brave Space, Equal Access, and Youth Affinity Storytelling, and fee-for-service projects where we are contracted by businesses and community groups.
  • Work with Ex Fabula staff and partners to define goals and create programs that will achieve them.  
  • Visit partners and venues and communicate with them regarding event planning and logistics.  
  • Schedule and communicate with contractors (primarily teaching artists, aka storytelling coaches).
  • Coordinate storyteller selection and preparation (workshops, one-on-one coaching) for curated events.
  • Communicate with our Marketing person about marketing and materials needs.
  • Communicate with our Admin/Volunteer Coordinator about volunteer and data entry needs.
  • Manage budgets and contractor invoices.
  • Prepare materials and serve as Stage Manager at all events.
• Evaluate programs to ensure they are achieving their goals.
  • Collect and analyze event data (numbers, contact information, story descriptions, and surveys).
  • Share data with collaborators and use it to continually improve Ex Fabula programs and processes.
• Leverage their network in order to engage more individuals and organizations in Ex Fabula programming.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and access and ability to work well within diverse communities.
• A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and to prioritize appropriately while managing multiple tasks and projects at a time.
• Three years of project management and/or event planning experience.
• Ability to proactively troubleshoot during event planning and implementation.
• Continuous improvement mindset and customer service orientation.
• Experience with computers, Microsoft Office applications, databases, and cloud platforms such as Dropbox.
• Strategic and judicious decision-making with consistent follow-through and attention to detail.
• 21+ to ensure access to all event locations.

Ex Fabula is an Equal Opportunity Employer. See our Nondiscrimination Policy here. We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ people, and members of other historically under-represented groups.

This position reports to the Executive Director. We have the flexibility to hire either one full-time Coordinator or two part-time (20 hours per week minimum) Coordinators. The compensation range is $20.50-23.50/hr (which is 42,640 – 48,880 annually) based on experience, plus travel reimbursement, stipends for healthcare and internet/cell phone (prorated based on full/part-time status), and a generous PTO policy.