Executive Director Application

Our Mission: 

Sunny Dayz exists to empower, elevate, and celebrate women and gender minority artists through public art, professional development, and community building.

About Sunny Dayz:

First-of-its-kind in Oklahoma, Sunny Dayz Mural Festival exists to empower, elevate and celebrate underrepresented artists with an emphasis on women and gender minorities through the creation and advocacy of public art. Our core values include a commitment to equitable opportunity, compensation, dedicated wall space for “newbies” regardless of age, and the cultivation of our teen mentorship program that seeks to empower and educate Oklahoma students interested in the arts. Sunny Dayz Mural Festival travels annually across the state of Oklahoma to provide communities with accessible public art as well as connect them with a supportive and empowering community.

Since our founding in 2021, we have paid over $420,000 directly to 209 underrepresented artists, facilitated the creation of 150 new murals across five Oklahoma communities, and provided mentorship to 55 teens across the state. Sunny Dayz Mural Festival is operated by the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Sunny Dayz Inc.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

The Executive Director will provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Sunny Dayz Inc & Sunny Dayz Mural Festival. 

Compensation:

• Part-time, 20 hours a week
• $35k/year

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and communicating the festival's vision, goals, and objectives.
• Managing the festival budget, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
• Overseeing fundraising efforts, including grant writing, sponsorships, donations and fundraising activities.
• Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, including artists, sponsors, and community partners. 
• Leading and supporting the festival team to ensure effective coordination and collaboration.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, safety, and organizational standards.
• Representing the festival at public events, media engagements, and within the community.
• Reporting to the Board of Directors and providing regular updates on festival progress.

Time Commitment:

• 20 hrs / week leading up to festival
• Flexed time: on-site and/or in town for the two weeks leading up to festival 
  • This time period will be full time hours 
  • One month off following the festival (minus wrap dinner and specific summer grant deadlines)

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in nonprofit management, arts administration, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant writing, financial management, and successful event planning and management.
• Passion for the arts and community engagement.
• PREFERRED: Minimum of 2+ years of Sunny Dayz experience

Working Conditions:

• The job is primarily remote, however there will be times when the Executive Director is expected to be present in person for meetings and site visits across the state of Oklahoma. 
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time as well as some moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
• May be subjected to fast-paced decision making. 

NOTE:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position.  These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

If you have questions or need assistance with this form, please contact info@sunnydayzmuralfest.com

Uploads 

Please attach your resume and a cover letter addressing the Sunny Dayz, Inc. Board of Directors and Hiring Committee. In it, please include your answer to the following questions:

1. How do you connect to our mission and organizational ethos? 
2. What motivates you to lead a mural festival? 
3. Tell us about a time you led or managed a similarly complex event, festival, or arts initiative.

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