KOHO nurtures our community, preserves the long standing traditions of Japantown while designing authentic, innovative, immersive experiences that reflect our cultural narratives, and fuel economic growth to revitalize San Francisco’s Japantown for generations to come.

KOHO is Japantown’s youngest cultural, multi-disciplinary arts non-profit organization developed for and by artists and creators. Opening in June 2024, KOHO is excited to open the doors to a Co-Creative Arts Hub stewarding space for community use, and curating arts and cultural programming to revitalize San Francisco Japantown for generations to come. Welcoming visitors near and far, KOHO also serves as a beacon for the return of native Japanese & younger generations of the Japanese-American families who were forcibly removed by WWII incarceration, and SF’s Redevelopment era. KOHO invites audiences to celebrate, reconnect, and engage with authentic culture and community.

Be part of a team making history.

We are looking for thought leaders and innovators who wish to create synergy within the Japantown community and a renewed vibrancy for the preservation of the oldest and largest Japantown in the nation. We operate more like a start-up than a non-profit. We measure the pulse of our ever changing cultural community through the lens of preservation, storytelling and economic sustainability. We pivot quickly when needed. We take extreme care to bring harmony and compassion to the work we do within the community. It’s a wild ride balancing historical narrative and envisioning the future through the lens of creativity, the arts and community.

This role is a unique opportunity to blend administrative support with creative placemaking initiatives to drive engagement and support for the sustainability of our Cultural District. The ideal candidate will have the passion and patience for community work, exceptional organizational and follow-through skills, and a creative and resilient mindset to effectively move a cultural community forward.

As KOHO’s Programs and Marketing Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in driving engagement, promoting events, and ensuring the seamless execution of our programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the vibrant arts community of San Francisco and beyond while working alongside passionate individuals dedicated to fostering creativity and cultural exchange within various AAPI communities.

This position reports directly to the Executive Director, oversees Program and Marketing Calendar, attends all KOHO signature events and is comfortable speaking in front of an audience to represent the organization.

Program and Event Coordination:

Work closely with the KOHO team to efficiently execute programs and events to success.

Attract and collaborate with artists, performers, vendors and cultural organizations to produce engaging, authentic experiences relevant to our mission.

Coordinate logistics and operations for arts related workshops, exhibitions, performances

Work with the KOHO staff to schedule and provide the best customer service for community and public venue rentals.

Ensure the smooth operation of programs by efficient planning, coordinating team and volunteers, and overseeing events from set-up to breakdown.

Marketing and Promotion:

Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote KOHO’s programs and events.

Create compelling content for social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.

Manage KOHO’s online presence, including website updates and social media channels.

Drive digital marketing efforts, including managing shared social media platforms, websites, email marketing campaigns, and paid ad campaigns.

Cultivate partnerships with local media outlets and community organizations to expand our reach.

Audience Engagement:

Foster relationships with our audience and community members to encourage participation in our programs.

Monitor and analyze audience feedback to inform future programming decisions.

Seek opportunities to engage with diverse communities and promote inclusivity.

Administrative Support:

Provide administrative support to the KOHO team, including scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and managing correspondence.

Administer contracts with vendors, venues and rental clients.

Assist with grant applications, reporting, and other fundraising efforts as needed.

Assist with managing program budgets.

• At least 1-2 years of programming and marketing experience managing event logistics and promotions.

• Able to independently run events from booking to completion

• Familiarity with the non-profit arts world and experience working in a non-profit or community-based organization a plus

• A strong foundation in Japanese and Japanese-American and API immigrant history, culture, & psychology a plus.

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to adapt narrative to various audiences.

• Proficiency in social media management and content creation on social media platforms (instagram, facebook, etc.), websites, and/or email marketing campaigns.

• A passion for the arts and a commitment to promoting cultural diversity and inclusion.

• Values team input and collaboration.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Must be comfortable with technology and can use Asana, Squarespace, Slack, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Zoom, Google Suite, etc.

• Ability to make decisions and problem solve quickly, as well as ask for help when needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in arts administration, marketing, communications, or a related field a plus.

• Must attend all signature events, able to work flexible hours, and comfortable with planning meetings in-person and online.

• Passion to revitalizing Japantown into the future by growing and nurturing a creative cultural community.

• Base Salary for this half-time position starts at $36,000 + a generous benefits package that include 3 weeks PTO, free medical, dental, and vision as well as 401k matching contributions.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment alongside artists and creators.

• Flexible schedule (20 hours per week) with including nights and weekends, and the possibility of some remote work.

• Networking opportunities within San Francisco’s vibrant arts community.