This is a full-time position based in New Orleans. This role is open to candidates who currently reside in the greater New Orleans area or who are willing to relocate at their own expense.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email a cover letter (no more than two pages), resume, and three references as a single PDF document to jobs@artsneworleans.org. Include your name and YAM Coordinator – Program + Operations in the subject line. Resumes submitted without a cover letter or sent through job service (i.e. Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.) will not be reviewed.
Applications will be accepted through April 8, 2026, or until the job is filled. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications are received.
ABOUT THE YOUNG ARTIST MOVEMENT (YAM)
Young Artist Movement (YAM) is an arts education and workforce development program that beautifies neighborhoods and connects youth to their communities through public art and creative placemaking.
Youth ages 14–22 work alongside professional artists to create murals, sculptures, and digital works while developing leadership, creative, and entrepreneurial skills. YAM programming includes community-based studio programs, diversion programming for system-involved youth, programs at the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center, youth leadership initiatives through the YAM Council, and workforce development opportunities through the YAM Fellowship.
POSITION SUMMARY
The YAM Coordinator – Programs + Operations supports the administrative and operational infrastructure of the Young Artist Movement (YAM) program at Arts New Orleans and plays a key role in the day-to-day coordination of program activities.
The YAM Coordinator ensures that the systems, documentation, and logistical coordination necessary to support YAM’s programs are maintained and organized while also supporting the smooth execution of program sessions across multiple sites. Working closely with the Director of Youth Programs and the YAM Lead – Programs & Operations, the YAM Coordinator helps ensure that program sessions are well organized, materials are prepared, youth participants are supported, and operational systems remain up to date.
The YAM Coordinator – Programs + Operations plays a critical role in supporting the administrative and logistical infrastructure behind YAM’s expanding program ecosystem, including YAM Studios, diversion programming, programs at the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center (JJIC), youth leadership initiatives such as the YAM Council, and workforce development initiatives including the YAM Fellowship.
Through careful coordination of program logistics, documentation, and communication, the YAM Coordinator helps ensure that YAM programming runs smoothly and that the program maintains strong operational accountability to internal leadership, community partners, and funding organizations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Session Oversight and Coordination
• Provide day-to-day coordination and on-site oversight of YAM program sessions across multiple program sites
• Ensure program materials, equipment, and supplies are prepared and available for program sessions
• Ensure program sessions begin and end smoothly and that program spaces are prepared for youth participants and teaching artists
• Support youth participant check-in, attendance tracking, and transportation coordination
• Serve as a primary logistical point of contact during program sessions for youth participants, teaching artists, and partner organizations
• Help maintain safe, welcoming, and organized program environments
Administrative and Systems Coordination
• Maintain project management systems used to track YAM programs and initiatives
• Maintain organized digital records of program documentation, contracts, reports, and materials
• Support coordination of program calendars and scheduling across multiple program sites
• Maintain program documentation within platforms such as SharePoint, Sage Expense Management, Gusto, Monday.com or other systems
Reporting and Documentation Support
• Maintain accurate records of youth participation, attendance, and program activities
• Assist with collecting and organizing data needed for program evaluation and grant reporting
• Support preparation of internal and external program reports as requested
• Assist in documenting program activities through notes, summaries, and organizational records
Program Logistics and Resource Coordination
• Assist in coordinating supplies, materials, and equipment for program sessions and public art projects
• Support scheduling and coordination of teaching artists, facilitators, and contractors
• Assist in coordinating transportation, meals, and logistical needs for youth participants when required
• Ensure program equipment, materials, and supplies are maintained and organized
Organizational Support and Program Documentation
• Assist in gathering documentation, photos, and materials that support program storytelling and communications
• Provide operational and logistical support for youth Arts Markets, youth exhibitions, installations, and other public events
• Provide onsite support during key program activities, public art projects, and community events
Collaboration with Arts New Orleans Departments
• Work closely with the Director of Youth Programs and YAM Lead – Programs + Operations to ensure alignment with organizational priorities
• Collaborate with the Public Art Project Managers on youth-led public art initiatives and installations
• Work closely with the YAM Lead – Programs to support timely preparation of grant reports and documentation required by funding partners
• Work with the Marketing Team to gather images, stories, and program documentation that highlight YAM’s impact
Organizational Responsibilities
• Participate in bi-weekly Arts New Orleans staff meetings
• Support Arts New Orleans events such as public art unveilings, art markets, and LUNA Fête when required
• Assist with cross-departmental initiatives that support organizational priorities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 2–4 years of experience working in youth development, nonprofit programs, arts education, or community programs
- Strong organizational and coordination skills
- Experience supporting program logistics or operations across multiple projects
- Experience working directly with youth in educational or community settings
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic project management tools
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as required for youth programming
- Preferred
- Experience working with youth ages 14–22
- Experience supporting arts-based programming or community arts initiatives
- Experience working with justice-involved youth or youth-serving systems
- Experience maintaining program documentation and reporting systems
- Experience using project management platforms such as Monday.com, Asana, or Trello
- Experience working in New Orleans or similar urban environments
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
- Deep appreciation for the transformative power of arts in youth development
- Ability to build authentic relationships with youth, artists, and community partners
- Compassion for youth and families impacted by systemic inequities
- Strong organizational instincts and attention to detail
- Self-directed with initiative and strong follow-through
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to support program success
- Commitment to centering youth voice and leadership through safe, welcoming, and inclusive programming
- Commitment to fairness, transparency, and equity
COMPENSATION
The starting salary for this position is $55,000 annually. This is a full-time exempt employee position.
Compensation is paid on a semi-monthly basis in 24 equal pay periods, with payroll issued on the 15th and the last day of each month. Applicable federal, state, and other required payroll taxes will be withheld in accordance with law. Arts New Orleans will pay the employer-required payroll taxes associated with this position.
Benefits include:
• Arts New Orleans pays 100% of employee health insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with 2% employer match
• Flexible vacation policy
SCHEDULE
The YAM Coordinator – Program + Operations schedule will be determined with their supervisor, the Director of Youth Programs.
Regular attendance at youth programs will be required. YAM programming frequently takes place during weekday evenings and Saturdays.
HOW WE WORK
Arts New Orleans operates in a remote-first environment, with a shared studio space used for meetings and collaborative work but will be transitioning into a space for a couple days per week. Our work extends well beyond the desk: staff regularly engage with the community through monthly arts markets, public art unveilings, performances, festivals, and other cultural events across the city.
IS THIS ROLE A GOOD FIT FOR YOU?
At YAM, young people are not just participants. Our young artists are creators, leaders, and the driving force behind the movement. We build spaces where youth imagine big ideas, caring and skillful adults support them, and together we bring those big ideas to life.
You bring order to complexity. You see systems where others see fragmented pieces. You like things to make sense, be organized, trackable, and clear—especially when youth are involved. You understand that strong systems don’t just support programs, they make them possible.
You are detail-oriented, thoughtful, and reliable. You take pride in building processes that people can trust, and in creating workflows that help youth and adults do their best work.
You are a big dreamer! You understand that big ideas don’t happen by accident. They happen because someone built the conditions for them to succeed. You believe in the brilliance of young people and find joy in helping young people’s ideas move from concept to reality by ensuring everything around them works.
If you believe that “good systems are a form of self-care” and that they can support powerful, youth-centered creative work this role may be for you.
ABOUT THE ARTS COUNCIL OF NEW ORLEANS
Now in its fifth decade, the Arts Council of New Orleans (dba Arts New Orleans) is a private, nonprofit organization that supports arts and culture in the city. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in New Orleans by supporting, activating, and investing in our city’s greatest natural resource: our artists, cultural producers, and creative community.
Building on the abundant cultural wealth and creativity of our community, Arts New Orleans envisions a New Orleans in which arts and culture play a pivotal role in all areas of policy, planning, and placemaking. We believe art and artists should be central to all community and economic development efforts – from public health to public safety, education to infrastructure.
We do this through special initiatives along with a variety of ongoing programs, including:
- Public Art & Placemaking – From managing the City of New Orleans’ public art collection to private client commissions, we offer support for a wide range of creative and placemaking projects
- Young Artist Movement (YAM) – An arts education and workforce development program that connects youth to civic issues
- LUNA Fête – New Orleans’ annual festival of light, art, and technology
- Arts Market – A bi-monthly series of fine arts and craft markets in City Park and Marsalis Harmony Park
- Grantmaking – Administering state and city support for arts & cultural initiatives
- Unframed – Large-scale mural program in downtown New Orleans
ABOUT THE YOUNG ARTIST MOVEMENT (YAM)
Young Artist Movement (YAM) is an arts education and workforce development program that beautifies neighborhoods and connects youth to their communities through public art and creative placemaking.
Youth ages 14–22 work alongside professional artists to create murals, sculptures, and digital works while developing leadership, creative, and entrepreneurial skills. YAM programming includes community-based studio programs, diversion programming for system-involved youth, programs at the Juvenile Justice Intervention Center, youth leadership initiatives through the YAM Council, and workforce development opportunities through the YAM Fellowship.For more information, visit www.artsneworleans.org.