■ About the Role

As the SeoulShare Event Manager for KOTE, you will work closely with the SeoulShare KOTE Project Director and the SeoulShare team to plan, execute, and manage a diverse range of cultural, artistic, and community-focused events with KOTE. Your initiatives will contribute directly to shaping the cultural landscape in Seoul, from themed parties and hands-on workshops to larger-scale performances and art festivals.

■ About KOTE

KOTE is a multi-dimensional art and culture venue that hosts a wide array of performances, exhibitions, and events. Since partnering with SeoulShare in June 2024, KOTE and SeoulShare have jointly executed several successful events, including a Halloween Party, Friendsgiving Dinner, Acting Workshops, Canvas painting at the Hycheomoyo Art Festival, a rooftop party, and Tarot Reading Sessions. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to create a vibrant community hub that brings together artists, audiences, and creative thinkers from around the world.

■ Potential Projects with KOTE

• Curating and hosting art events such as performances, concerts, and exhibitions. • Co-promoting KOTE events through the SeoulShare community to broaden reach and engagement. • Organizing signature events like the KOTE-SeoulShare Art Festival. • Hosting cultural gatherings, including holiday-themed parties and monthly communal dinners. • Supporting workshop hosts (e.g., tarot reading, acting workshops) in planning and logistics.

🙋🏻‍♀️ You’re not required to work on every project listed above. If any of them interest you, feel free to apply for the position that aligns with your passion and skills!

■ Key Responsibilities

1. Event Conceptualization & Planning • Develop innovative event concepts aligned with KOTE’s artistic vision and SeoulShare’s community-driven ethos. • Craft a diverse programming schedule, including workshops, performances, monthly dinners, and seasonal festivities.
2. Collaboration & Partnership Management • Identify and foster relationships with local artists, performers, and community groups to enrich event offerings. • Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure events are inclusive, dynamic, and culturally engaging.
3. Event Execution & Logistics • Oversee all operational aspects of events, including scheduling, venue setup, equipment rentals, and vendor management. • Ensure smooth event execution by managing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
4. Marketing & Promotion • Coordinate with SeoulShare’s marketing team to promote events across social media, newsletters, and community forums. • Develop compelling marketing materials and campaigns that capture KOTE’s creative spirit and attract diverse audiences.
5. Quality Assurance & Post-Event Analysis • Monitor attendee experience, addressing any on-site issues proactively and professionally. • Gather feedback and insights from participants, performers, and partners to refine future event strategies.

■ Qualifications

• A passionate interest in arts, culture, and community-building. • Excellent organizational and project management skills, with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines. • Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities, capable of working effectively with a broad range of stakeholders. • Adaptability and comfort in a fast-paced, evolving environment. • Fluency in Korean and English, with the ability to seamlessly communicate with native Korean artists and staff.

■ What We Offer

• A chance to shape and elevate innovative cultural events in the historic heart of Insadong where KOTE is nestled. • Hands-on experience managing real-world projects, honing your organizational and leadership skills. • Opportunities to connect with passionate, like-minded team members, artists, and creatives, expanding your professional network.

■ Compensation

No fixed salary. Compensation is profit-share based, derived from ticket sales, paid workshops, art sales and other revenue-generating models that you help develop.

■ How to Apply