Role Summary
This Director strengthens Zamar’s brand, visibility, and public profile, helping the organization tell its story and grow its audience, supporters, and reputation.
Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)
- Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
- Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
- Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
- Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
- Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism
Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)
- Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
- Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
- Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
- Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise
Capacity & Accountability
- Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
- Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
- Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
- Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
- Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest
Role-Specific Responsibilities
- Advise on communications, marketing, and brand strategy in partnership with staff
- Support media relations, public profile, and storytelling around Zamar’s programs and productions
- Help grow audiences and digital presence (social, web, press, community channels)
- Strengthen messaging that attracts new stakeholders, partners, and supporters
- Model active amplification of Zamar’s work and encourage the same across the Board
- Lead or co-lead a communications/marketing working group as needed
Leadership & Engagement Opportunities
This Director may lead the communications working group, advise staff on brand and audience growth, and contribute to strategic planning around visibility.
Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately 6–9 hours per month, higher around major productions, launches, and campaigns.
Qualifications
- Background in communications, PR, marketing, media, or brand
- Strong storytelling and audience-growth instincts
- Media, press, or influencer relationships are an asset
- Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.
Benefits of Serving
- Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
- Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
- Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
- Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities
How to Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to info@zamarmusic.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.