Education Manager (Remote)

Position: Education Manager

Hours: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm

Location: Remote or Association Office in Columbus OH 43235

The Game Manufacturers Association (GAMA) is the non-profit trade organization dedicated to serving the tabletop games industry – board, card, miniatures, and role-playing games. Our members are game designers and creators, manufacturers, publishers, distributors, retailers, game media and event organizers. GAMA serves to promote the growth and adoption of tabletop games through hosting trade and consumer shows, industry events, providing an information and resource hub, and industry related networking and marketing activities. 

The Opportunity

Responsible for developing and attaining educational goals, assessing industry needs, identifying presenters and collaborating with the GAMA Education Committee and members in order to select appropriate and valuable industry education at in-person business to business events and online throughout the year. In addition, the Education Manager will work with other staff and volunteers to curate online education resources and trainings, and serve as the lead liaison for various volunteer led committees to ensure that they are supported and engaged with the goal of reaching operational objectives that grow and strengthen the hobby games industry. 

Duties

• Responsible for researching, developing and executing educational goals, assessing industry needs, identifying presenters and collaborating with the GAMA Education Committee and members in order to select appropriate and valuable industry education.
• Demonstrate extensive education and training experience, organizational skills, leadership, problem solving orientation, creativity and attention to details.
• Work with the GAMA staff, and GAMA members to direct the delivery of educational programming at industry conventions and conferences, as well as online throughout the year. 
• Ensure that educational activities are conducted in accordance with the approved budget. 
• Manage program evaluation summaries for each program. Produce attendee badges, sign-in sheets, and attendee handout materials in coordination with the events team.
• Direct preparation and maintenance of such reports as are necessary to carry out the functions of the department. Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment. Work closely with other GAMA staff to continually inform members of services and benefits of membership; assist with the execution of marketing efforts.
• Collect, analyze, and report member feedback on GAMA programs and events.
• Contribute to preparations for events and assist other GAMA staff with duties as necessary during GAMA managed events & conventions, serving as the lead on educational tracks at GAMA EXPO and Origins Game Fair Trade Day tracks.
• Coordinate with other staff to curate online education resources, toolkits and reports for members.
• Work as the primary staff liaison with the Education Committee and other committees as assigned to support their operation, provide reports and summaries of committee activities to other staff as necessary.  
• Other duties as assigned.

The Skill Set

• Three (3) years of experience with educational planning or appropriate relevant education

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite: Excel, Word, Power Point

• MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS.

• Position includes mandatory travel to industry conferences and conventions to manage onsite educational program. 

• Previous experience working with volunteer led committees or workgroups.

• Creative, proactive approach to work, with ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively and professionally.

• Passion, drive, determination, and commitment to individual, team, and business goals.

• The ability to develop and grow strong relationships with members representing a wide range of companies.

• A team mentality – understanding the importance of effective collaboration and able to work with a variety of individuals and functions towards positive solutions and outcomes.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• An ability to adhere to strict deadlines.

• Experience with pop culture or boardgame conventions is a plus!

Benefits

GAMA is guided by organizational values that encourage diversity and inclusiveness. In line with company values, we provide competitive salaries and solid benefit packages, including 100% paid health insurance for employees, a SIMPLE IRA with employer matching. We ensure staff have at least 2 weeks of vacation time away, in addition to sick leave, and flexible scheduling.

Expected Salary Range

$55,000 to $60,000 based on experience with overtime eligibility and performance bonus program.

Travel Requirements

Some overnight travel/work may be required to assist with the two industry conventions we manage (February to June period).

Diversity & Inclusion

GAMA celebrates diversity and works to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds and beliefs are empowered to succeed. We support the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. We always aim to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. However, we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the hobby games industry. We encourage applicants with non- traditional backgrounds to apply.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter and resume for consideration to John.Stacy@gama.org 

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