JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT NOLTE COMPANIES

FRONT DESK ATTENDANT
Job Description: 
You will be responsible for providing the best experience for our artists and their families by answering questions in person, over the phone, and via email concerning classes, events and anything else they might need help with. You will also enroll students in classes, camps and special events like recitals and shows. While at the front desk, you will be responsible for providing support to the students and staff as they participate in classes and rehearsals as well as help keep the building tidy and operating smoothly.
 
We love working with people who have integrity, great work ethic, and detail-oriented organizational skills!
 
Job Duties:
  • Tasks given to you from your manager to complete during your shift
  • Registering students
  • Answering the phones, checking and responding to voicemail
  • Responding to and sending emails
  • Family Communication related to things such as:
    • Studio Closures
    • Class Updates such as Cancellation, Addition, Time Change, etc.
    • Surveys of any kind
    • In House Event notice/reminders such as recitals, DanceWorks, Nutcracker Performances, festivals
Desired Characteristics:
  • Excellent communication skills - verbal, written
  • Managing, organizing and prioritizing many details with a smile
  • Willing and able to learn and utilize technology tools
  • Helper attitude with high initiative
  • Enthusiastic about all things that Nolte has to offer 
  • Basic math skills
 
Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00-9:30 (flexible on start time) and every other Saturday 8:45-1:00
 
Wage: $14/hour
To Apply: Please send letter of interest and resume to info@nolteacademy.com



MARKETING MANAGER
We are looking for someone creative, smart, articulate, warm, has great attention to detail and proactive with outstanding organizational skills to join Nolte Companies as our resident marketing manager and professional assistant.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute press strategies for all Nolte companies and entities (Leslie Nolte, Nolte Academy, and The James).
  • Write, edit, and distribute press material to local media outlets and serve as a point of contact for media outlets, community organizations and local businesses.
  • Manage the social media accounts and websites of Nolte Academy and The James.
  • Design and implement marketing campaigns for all  business entities. 
  • Conduct analysis to determine the effectiveness of each marketing campaign and incorporate your findings into each campaign for better results. 
  • Expand the reach of Nolte Companies both locally and regionally/nationally.
  • Continue to facilitate the growth of Iowa City’s reputation as “The Greatest Small City for the Arts.”
  • Attend Nolte Academy, The James Theater, and other related events to take pictures and media for marketing 
  • Coordinate and schedule calendar appointments
  • Schedule travel
  • Day-to-day tasks
  • Must be willing to sign an NDA

Qualifications:
  • Current knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Google Suites, and design software.
  • Knowledge of all major social media platforms and ability to create effective and engaging social content.
  • Must have strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to creatively problem solve and prioritize urgent matters.
  • Proven skills of effective marketing campaigns that grow enrollment. 
  • Must be a creative thinker and invested in the importance of the arts and arts education.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current media contacts in dance/music/performing arts areas.
  • Knowledge of dance and the performing arts.
Hours and Pay:
  • Start Date: December 2022
  • Hours: Flexible scheduling 
  • Salary: $32,500 + health and 401K benefit options; sick and vacation days package negotiated upon hire
  • Receive partial credit towards Nolte academy classes for immediate family members. 

How to Apply:  If interested, please submit a resume and 4-5 examples of previous campaigns and design to savannah@nolteacademy.com

TAP DIRECTOR
Tap Director Job Duties:
  • Teach tap classes comprising 6 levels, beginner to advanced
    • 17-20 hours weekly teaching during the 36-week season
    • Summer teaching: 12 weeks of limited weekly classes and 2 week-long intensives
  • Direct/oversee/support artistic and pedagogical aspects of the tap program
  • Choreograph original works for annual showcases
  • Instruct and choreograph tap (approximately 20 pieces) for Affect (competition team)
    • 10-12 hours per week in season (Sept-Feb)
  • Meet with students for auditions
  • Attend bi-monthly meetings with the artistic director and other dance directors
  • Report to the artistic director and operations director
  • Other duties as assigned
Preferred Experience:
  • Loves to work with children multi-ages (7+) and levels
  • Professional tap experience
  • Choreography experience
  • Can manage a physically demanding weekly workload
  • Has taught intermediate and advanced levels in tap
  • Possesses excellent communication skills
  • Has patience and a friendly, positive attitude
  • Is reliable and trustworthy
  • Able to lead a team
  • Shares the philosophy and values of Nolte Academy
Hours and Pay:
  • Full-time salaried position, 401K/health benefits option
  • $30,000-40,000 commensurate with experience
  • Weekly hours vary depending on the season
  • Vacation and sick days package included
  • Receives partial credit towards Nolte academy classes for immediate family members
  • Job starting date September 1, 2021
  • Relocation financial support possible
 
How to Apply:  If interested please send your cover letter and CV to info@nolteacademy.com  In-person interview includes teaching a class, meeting faculty, and discussing aspects of the job with the artistic director. Travel fees covered by Nolte Academy.
Nolte Companies is an equal opportunity employer.