Milwaukee StorySLAM Regional Producer Job at The Moth in Milwaukee

POSITION
Milwaukee StorySLAM Regional Producer

ABOUT THE MOTH
The Moth is an acclaimed not-for-profit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. The Moth has presented more than thirty thousand stories, told live and without notes, by people from all walks of life to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. To really understand The Moth, we encourage you to listen to a few stories here: The Moth | Stories.

The Moth is an acclaimed not-for-profit organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. The Moth has presented more than thirty thousand stories, told live and without notes, by people from all walks of life to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. To really understand The Moth, we encourage you to listen to a few stories here: The Moth | Stories.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Moth StorySLAM is a monthly open-mic storytelling competition, in which audience members are invited to enter their name for the chance to tell a true, personal, 5-minute story on a theme.

The StorySLAM Regional Producer manages the pre-event preparation, day-of-show production, and post-event tasks to make these live events happen. This is a freelance independent contractor position with a commitment of approximately 6-8 hours per StorySLAM. There will typically be 1 event each month from January-May and from September-December, with a hiatus from June-August for a total of 8 StorySLAMs and 1 GrandSLAM per year.

RATES
$325/StorySLAM

$425/GrandSLAM

$115/Training

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Timely and responsive communication with designated manager at The Moth Headquarters in NYC throughout the pre-event, event and post-event producing process, in addition to:

Book/confirm the crew (including the host, videographer and recording engineer)

Print and prepare the physical event materials (reserved signs, release forms, door list, etc.)

Assist with show promotion on social media (primarily Facebook)

Recruit volunteers to support the StorySLAM

Show day Production:

Manage the event from start to finish

Coordinate with the venue for setup, door list, and financial settlement

Train/manage volunteers, recruit judging teams

Work with the crew and our host to make sure they are on-time and prepared

Act as timekeeper and scorekeeper during the event

Summarize stories (briefly; 2-3 sentences) for post-event wrap

Submit a brief summary of each story to our database via Formstack

Scan and upload storyteller releases

Submit your financial wrap, including settlements and crew invoices

Annual GrandSLAM responsibilities:

Cast storytellers in the show, manage all storyteller correspondence, and gather information for printed program

Coordinate refreshments for the greenroom

Hire additional crew (photographer and musician)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Required:

Willingness and availability to train with current Regional Producer during a show and review pre and post details and requirements in depth

Sensitivity to different perspectives and an ability to communicate effectively with people from various backgrounds

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Highly organized, and detail and deadline-oriented

Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Computer and smartphone literacy (Google Suite, Facebook; Square POS)

Preferred:

Experience with producing live events or volunteering at live shows

Familiarity with The Moth's programming and live show format

2+ year resident of Milwaukee

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
The Moth is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally vibrant team and strongly encourages applications from people of diverse backgrounds. The Moth seeks to hire staff who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All positions at The Moth are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Moth brings storytelling opportunities to people from a variety of communities. Candidates with a commitment to supporting diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please complete this questionnaire by August 22nd, 2025.

Seniority level
Associate

Employment type
Contract

Job function
Administrative and Production

Industries
Non-profit Organizations, Performing Arts, and Events Services

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