Month: November 2015 (Page 1 of 47)

Description

Director of Marketing

Profile:

Reporting directly to the Executive Director and CEO, the Director of Marketing is chiefly responsible for the realization of Remai Modern’s brand, marketing, communication, guest experience and retail operations and supports the development and implementation of marketing and communication tactics for local and global audiences.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Executes the strategic marketing direction, brand strategy, communication and public relations strategies for the Gallery.

– Delivers on the strategic vision by developing and implementing business development plans that meet annual revenue generation targets from product development and sales, admissions, rentals, memberships, events, value-added services and new ventures.

–  Conducts market research to inform the Gallery’s marketing, communications and public relations strategies.

– Responsible for managing and growing the customer base including setting direction for and evaluating the overall customer experience.

– Manages the customer service area including overall visitor experience, reception services, way-finding and information delivery.

– Ensures brand alignment and editorial direction on all gallery materials including, design, production and distribution.

– Oversees the visual identity, providing direction for graphics standards, branding guidelines and marketing collateral.

– Supports the strategic direction of Remai Modern through the marketing of development and fundraising programs and events.

– Cultivates and builds relationships with members of the media and press and directs Communications staff in building media interest in the gallery. Ensures regular contact with target media and timely and appropriate responses to media requests.

– Assists with preparation of media/press briefings, speeches, presentations and talking points for the CEO, members of the Board and Campaign Committee and the senior staff team.

– Manages the relationship, contracts and deliverables from consulting firms on marketing, branding, advertising, media, and public relations.

– Prepares the Marketing and Communications Department’s revenue and expense budgets, monitors progress and reports.

– Recruits, directs, supervises, trains, develops and evaluates the performance of assigned staff.

– Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

University Degree in marketing, commerce, business, journalism or public relations.

– Seven to nine years’ progressively responsible experience in design and execution of marketing with a minimum of 3 years’ experience at the senior leadership level.

– Strong familiarity with and passion for the arts and tourism sectors combined with knowledge of public sector and non-profit organizational operations.

– Proven competency in business development combined with current knowledge of marketing and social media trends.

– Demonstrated ability in overseeing the design and production of print and web-based materials and publications.

– Demonstrated ability in analyzing sales patterns and research to inform decision-making.

– Demonstrated ability to build and foster effective relationships with assigned staff, trustees, volunteers, artists, donors and sponsors.

– Demonstrated ability to direct and support staff in achieving desired results.

– Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.

– Demonstrated ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and writing, including the ability to prepare and present oral and written and audio-visual reports of a specialized nature and the ability to create a persuasive case to garner support for key programs and projects.

– Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

– Demonstrated organizational and planning skills.

– Demonstrated skill in the use of a computer using the Microsoft Office Suite and related marketing systems.

Job Details:

English essential; additional languages an asset

Full time with additional evening and weekend work as required

Saskatoon, SK

Salary: $94,539.88 – $111,083.04 (2015 rates)

Application details

Position will remain open until the right candidate is found.

For more information, or to apply, e-mail careers@remaimodern.org.

Description

Title:                     Assistant Curator of Photography

Department:        Curatorial

Reports To:          Keough Family Curator of Photography and Head of Collections

FLSA:                    Exempt

Employment Status: Limited Term (2 years)/Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting the Keough Family Curator of Photography in overseeing the Department of Photography’s collection and initiatives, including assisting with acquisitions, exhibitions, publications, and special projects.

Work Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Under the direction of the Keough Family Curator of Photography and Head of Collections, and in close collaboration with the Curatorial Assistant for Photography and Exhibitions:

• Provide expertise in the identification and acquisition of outstanding works of art for the collection
• Provide expertise in the presentation of the collection of photographs through exhibition, research, publication, and the web
• Support initiatives to tour the department’s exhibition projects
• Negotiate loans, prepare installation plans, develop and participate in educational programming, collaborate effectively with colleagues across the organization, give tours and talks, host portfolio reviews, draft grant proposals, write texts, and communicate effectively about projects to the staff, board, and public
• Create and maintain excellent donor relations, including work with the Friends of Photography support group and coordination of gifts
• Support access to and care of the collection through vault management, cataloguing, digitization initiatives, study room activities, and other duties as assigned
• Develop strong relationships with contacts in the art world, including professional colleagues, artists, estates, auction houses, and dealers
• Maintain departmental correspondence, assist with budgets, and attend meetings

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of a Master’s degree in art history and 2-3 years of experience in a curatorial department.

Language Skills:

• Reading and speaking skills in one or more foreign language desirable.
• Must possess superior written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information to the museum staff, board of directors, donors, collectors, and other constituents
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and other publications, catalogues and correspondence

Mathematical skills:

• Ability to develop and maintain departmental budgets
• Ability to present information in report form

Reasoning abilities:

•  Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
•  Ability to solve problems and prioritize needs in a variety of situations where decisions may be necessary

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Some standing, walking, bending, frequent use of hands, stooping and light lifting (at least 10 pounds) is needed.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Requirements

Description

Museum Coordinator/Historic Preservationist

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for developing, promoting, and managing the operation of the Museum Center, which includes the Joachim Museum, Pioneer Machinery Building, Dinosaur Museum and all historic buildings in Prairie Outpost Park.  In addition, working with Historic Preservation Commission on their projects and promotions, and other matters relating to historic preservation in the City.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Duties:

• Oversees and      manages the museums and historic buildings on the Dickinson Museum Center      property.
• Supervises and      monitors the work of Museum Center staff.
• Work with      various boards, staff and individuals to promote the City of Dickinson,      Museum Center and other city assets to tourists and residents.
• Work with      various boards, staff and individuals to ensure the utilization of the      Museum Center throughout the year.
• Serves as the      community historic preservationist, who is responsible for planning and      implementing public programs, which highlight the history of the Dickinson      area and promoting the Renaissance Zone and other incentive programs to      encourage historic preservation.
• Promote      Dickinson as a Certified Local Government under the National Park Service      and State Historic Preservation Office of the Historical Society of North      Dakota and work with the Dickinson Historic Preservation Commission, to ensure      the success of programs to highlight area history by taking the lead in      getting buildings listed on the National Historic Register and increase      public awareness of the importance of historical buildings and sites.
• Develop annual      work plan for the museum center.
• Develop annual      budget for the Museum center, assist in the preparation of budgets for the      Joachim Museum and the Stark County Historical Society.
• Attend and      present monthly report at Joachim Museum and Stark County Historical      Society Board meetings.
• Oversee the      development of exhibits and public programs presented at the Museum Center      and throughout the community.
• Oversee      management of the museum and archival collections of the Joachim Museum      and the Stark County Historical Society.
• Assist the      museum and historical society boards with grant writing and fundraising.
• Develop museum      center public relations and marketing.
• Oversee the      Museum Center gift shop, including product development and buying.
• Oversee website      and social media, maintain online digital archive (Omeka.net).
• Oversee the      maintenance of the Museums and the Prairie Outpost Park Buildings.
• Performs other      duties of a similar nature or level as required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (position requirements at entry):

• Knowledge of museum management practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of Historic Preservation practices and techniques;
• Knowledge of, skill, and ability to  plan, design, and implement museum exhibits;
• Knowledge of Museum Collection Management practices, techniques, and standards;
• Knowledge of archival practices and techniques, and standards;
• Historical Research;
• Oral History;
• Historical Interpretation,
• Ability to supervise staff and volunteers;
• Ability to work with volunteer boards and committees;
• Contemporary information systems and communication technology;
• Living history programs;
• Ability to and knowledge of grant writing;
• Non-profit accounting;
• Knowledge of computer software, including Past Perfect, Adobe design software, Microsoft Office;
• Ability to use a variety of office equipment and related applications;

Judgment/Decision Making:

• Develops      objectives and general policies and procedures for a specific program or      functional area of responsibility within the general scope of established      operational goals and plans.
• Day-to-day      work and decisions do not require direction or review by immediate      supervisor.
• Frequently      solves complex problems; responsible for problem resolution.
• End results      are reviewed by supervisor.
• Strategic      issues are referred to supervisor.
• Errors in      judgment could significantly affect the operations of one or more lines of      business or operations.

RELATIONSHIPS

Leadership/Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manager/Supervisor of the department with staff reporting directly to them.
• Will participate on boards, committees, and organizations in city government and in the community.  In some cases, said activities will relate to the functions of this class, whereas other activities may not.
• Will conduct himself/herself in a professional manner exhibiting the characteristics of fairness, responsiveness, professionalism, politeness, and openness.

Relation to Others:

• Considerable      and consistent contact with others in key positions within the community      and state.
• Contacts      usually involve discussions related to the development and/or changes to      current policies or programs.
• Requires      advanced interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain      internal and external relationships.
• Communication      may include one-on-one, regular small or large group presentations to      elected officials, city administration, supervisors and employees.

SKILLS

Education and Experience (position requirements at entry):

• Bachelor’s Degree in History, Historic Preservation, Museum Management or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible positions as curator, historic preservationist or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s      License – at hire

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

• Positions in this class typically require: talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Work is performed within routine office environment with minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions.  Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one location much of the time.  Some stooping, lifting of objects may be required.

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Requirements

Position Requirements (at Entry):

• Bachelor’s Degree in History, Historic Preservation, Museum Management or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible positions as curator, historic preservationist or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
• Valid Driver’s License – at hire

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a City application, which can be found at www.dickinsongov.com. Resumes and official transcripts are required. Veterans claiming preference must submit Form DD214 with the application. The deadline to apply is the close of business on Wednesday, December 16th, 2015. Late applications will not be accepted.

For more information, please contact Shelly at 701-456-7801 or email hr@dickinsongov.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

Application Deadline: February 15, 2016

Requirements

Please create a single document to upload as your application that includes a letter describing your interest and preparation for this position; a curriculum vitae including education, employment, publications, and honors; a list of three references.

Description

Application Deadline: February 15, 2016

Requirements

Please create a single document to upload as your application that includes:
• A statement of no more than 3 pages (double spaced) describing your preparation, the general direction of research, and the appropriateness of your studies to resources in Philadelphia.

• A curriculum vitae, including education, employment, honors, and awards.

• A list of three references.
In addition, please send a writing sample by mail and direct one of your references to write on your behalf to:
Department of American Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art
P.O. Box 7646
Philadelphia, PA 19101
Re: Barra Fellowship