Labs and Residencies Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop, expand, and manage Agog’s laboratories, residencies, and future educational projects.

• Establish significant partnerships with organizations and provide high-quality experiences for lab participants.

• Direct the creation of curricula and oversee both participant and partner engagement.

• Compile program insights into actionable recommendations for upcoming educational endeavors.

• Maintain relationships with existing and potential residency and fellowship collaborators.

• Ensure that funded initiatives align with Agog’s mission and educational objectives.

• Collaborate across teams including Programs, Production, and Marketing & Communications.

• Oversee comprehensive planning and execution of immersive-media creator labs, including coordination with host partners, participant selection, materials preparation, and logistics management.

• Act as the primary liaison for lab partners such as universities and emerging technology incubators.

• Coordinate the development and delivery of curricula in partnership with program leaders, production staff, and subject-matter experts.

• Facilitate educational experiences in immersive media.

• Analyze participant feedback, program results, and operational insights to suggest enhancements.

• Provide guidance to residency and fellowship hosts regarding programming and sourcing subject-matter experts.

• Identify and assess potential new residency or fellowship partnerships.

• Work with the grants team to monitor grant obligations, deliverables, and outcomes.

• Create and manage a pipeline of prospective nominees.

• Design and oversee the alumni experience, fostering an engaged network of creators.

• Develop training resources, toolkits, and additional program materials.

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to craft messaging, participant narratives, case studies, and program insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in managing XR training programs, adult education initiatives, or similar roles.

• Demonstrated capability in developing and maintaining partnerships.

• Knowledge of XR production methods (e.g., Gaussian splatting, 360° video).

• A genuine passion for XR/immersive media and its application for social impact.

• Excellent organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Willingness to learn new technology platforms and tools.

• Experience using project management software (Asana, Notion, etc.).

• Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Interest or background in Agog's focus areas: climate, racial equity, Indigenous knowledge, or journalism.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Engagement in meaningful and impactful projects.