John Foster
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced program administrator with a strong background in managing large-scale projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, contract negotiation, grant writing, manage budgets, and fostering relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director of Programming and Education
Jazz Institute Of Chicago
01.2015 - Current
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Lead the planning and execution of public events logistics, serving as production manager and intermediary with project crew, venue, artists, and event partners.
- Work across departments to ensure quality and standardization of program processes.
- Facilitate and administer financial resources in accordance with program plans with the Executive Director and takes lead on the creation and management of artist contracts.
- Assisted in grant writing efforts to secure funding for new or existing programs.
- Create and monitor budgets for programs, providing comparative reports for efficient financial tracking.
- Prepare event announcements in collaboration with the Marketing and Graphic Designer team.
- Coordinate all date-of-event logistics and maintain event database.
- Manage Student Council logistics, including recruitment, meeting planning, application creation, and database administration.
- Manage evaluation processes for Education Programs including survey creation, distribution, and organization.
- Update the JIC website with program information, applications details as needed.
Lead Music Teacher
Orion's University
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Taught appreciation of arts in Chicago Public Schools through instruction on musical concepts and hands-on activities with instruments.
- Developed strong working relationships with teachers, parents, and students to support school and departmental goals.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans on music theory, history, and performance etiquette.
- Coordinated with departmental employees to maintain continuity of music lesson objectives.
- Developed daily lesson plans to generate interest in hands-on activities.
- Maintained student records and evaluated musical growth, performance, and understanding.
- Advanced the school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to improve student understanding.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
The New School University
New York, NY05.2014
Skills
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Contract Negotiation and Management
- Financial Reporting
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Lead Music Teacher
Orion's University
11.2019 - 05.2022
Managing Director of Programming and Education
Jazz Institute Of Chicago
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts -
The New School University
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