Staff and Contract Support
JOIN US! -- Open Contract Opportunities with the Arts Council
The Highland County Arts Council is seeking expressions of interest for two open part-time contract opportunities -- email highlandcoarts@gmail.com to express interest, share your qualifications, and learn more in an introductory call with an HCAC Board Member. Expressions of interest requested by December 18, 2026.
Executive Director (hourly part-time independent contractor; ~15-20 hrs/wk; $28/hr; invoiced/paid monthly).
As a contract service provider to the Highland County Arts Council (HCAC) Board of Directors, the HCAC Executive Director executes the organization’s strategic plans, implements effective programs, and nurtures effective relationships to promote the arts and provide cultural enrichment to the community. The Executive Director leads and manages the Arts Council operations, logistics, finances, fundraising, memberships, and volunteers. In addition to operational and financial leadership, the Executive Director will be responsible for the success of HCAC’s performing arts programs and events. This role requires a highly organized and resourceful individual with interest in the performing arts (though experience in the arts is not required!). Success for the Executive Director includes: (1) increased community engagement through excellent, welcoming, and informative experiences for the community members who attend and participate in HCAC’s performing arts events and educational programs, and (2) growth in organizational revenue, partnerships, and memberships. Read the full contract opportunity description for the Executive Director.
Assistant (hourly part-time independent contractor; ~5-15 hrs/wk; $15/hr; invoiced and paid monthly).
As a contract service provider to the Highland County Arts Council (HCAC) Board of Directors, the HCAC Assistant provides administrative support to aid in the success of HCAC operations, programs, and events. This role requires a highly detail-oriented individual. Arts experience not required. Success for the Assistant includes timely completion of activities and accurate record-keeping and documentation.
Read the full contract opportunity description for the Assistant.
CURRENT STAFF AND CONTRACTORS
Kylie Hayslett, Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Kylie is a 2003 graduate of Bridgewater College with a degree in Communication Studies and a concentration in Public Relations. A native of Lancaster County, Pa, she fell in love with the Virginia mountains while in college and is glad to make Virginia her home. Her professional work experience prior to staying home with her two boys was in the non-profit public relations and development field. She currently manages marketing and communications for her family-run wetlands LLC.
The arts are dear to her heart- her mother is a basket weaver and pastel artist, and her extended family are talented musicians and artists. Kylie grew up playing the string bass and dabbles in the fiber arts. She has worked for the Arts Council since February 2023 (with a brief break for family health issues) and enjoys supporting the arts in our community!
