Thank you so much for your interest in serving on the inaugural board for the Artists Against Antisemitism. Our organization was “accidentally” founded in November of 2023 by 33 authors who came together in a moment of darkness and uncertainty after October 7th. We had a desire to do something in the face of rising antisemitism when the world and our social media feeds were filled with so much hate. Our answer: to spread light and love in what we thought would be a one-time auction event. As our group began to grow and garner more attention and support, we realized that we were onto something, and there was so much more that we could do. After raising $120,000 in that first event, we set out to plan for the future and structure our organization which is where you come in.

At this time, we are looking to fill the positions for: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Auction Liaison, Marketing (social media and advertising) Liaison and a Publicity Liaison. There is a chance that any or all of the above could be co-positions, and that other positions may be added.

Board Commitment & Positions

TERM LENGTH: Two years

FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENT: Goal of raising $3,600 annually (give or get via cash donations and/or items for the auction)

TIME COMMITMENT: One monthly hour-long meeting and minimum of ten hours of volunteer time on a project of your choice.

ABOUT THE POSITIONS

PRESIDENT: The President leads the organization, setting strategic goals and ensuring alignment with its mission to combat antisemitism through supporting artists and other non-profit organizations who align with our mission. This role involves overseeing all operations, making key decisions, and representing the organization in public and professional circles.

VICE-PRESIDENT: The Vice-President supports the President, stepping in to lead in their absence and assisting in all executive functions. This position is critical for maintaining continuity, spearheading projects, and enhancing internal collaboration among team members.

SECRETARY: The Secretary is responsible for maintaining accurate records, including meeting minutes and organizational documents, and assisting with external communication. This role ensures that all board decisions and procedural changes are documented, up-to-date, and accessible, facilitating effective governance and compliance.

TREASURER: The Treasurer manages the organization's financial health, overseeing budgeting, accounting, and financial planning. This position is crucial for ensuring transparency and integrity in the organization’s financial transactions and for reporting to the board on financial status and fundraising outcomes.

AUCTION LIAISON: This role coordinates between the board and the teams responsible for organizing our annual fundraising auction. The Auction Liaison ensures that all aspects of event planning align with the organization’s goals, facilitates resource allocation, and supports event promotion and execution.

MARKETING LIAISON: The person in this role designs and implements strategies to enhance the organization's presence on social media and through traditional advertising. This role focuses on engaging the community, promoting events, and driving fundraising initiatives, leveraging various media platforms to maximize outreach and impact.

PUBLIC RELATIONS LIAISON: The person in this position is responsible for managing all external communications, crafting press releases and handling media interactions to shape public perception and to increase awareness about the organization's efforts against antisemitism. This position is key for building relationships with the media and ensuring consistent, positive messaging.

All applications must be submitted by Sunday, May 5th. The board will be announced on May 13th and the term will begin on June 1st, 2024. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@theartistsagainstantisemitism.com.

If you have any questions, you can reach out to us at info@theartistsagainstantisemitism .