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At David Zwirner, we look to be an industry leader in our field, with our artists at the center of what we do. Our global exhibition program expands beyond our locations in New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, and Paris, representing seventy artists and estates. Home to innovative, singular, and pioneering exhibitions across a variety of media and genres. Active in both the primary and secondary market, David Zwirner has helped foster the careers of some of the most influential artists today.

Who Will Work Well With Us

• The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate and interested in the arts/larger creative arena or is eager to learn. Previous experience and a background within the commercial art world is not required.
• We welcome all individuals entering the workforce, those moving into a new stage of their career or vocation, making a change, returning to work, those wanting to learn and grow within the industry, to apply.

About The Opportunity

Gallery Assistant | $50k

This role’s focus is on setting the tone for a positive client experience, and maintaining efficient and seamless guest services for David Zwirner. As the first point of contact for clients and visitors, this role is the face of David Zwirner. The ideal candidate enjoys conversing about art and artists, remains poised and discreet under pressure, has the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and is a proactive team player. This role reports into the Front Desk Manager and works closely with Sales, Operations, and Facilities while being a key contributor to the day to day of gallery operations.

Schedule: T-S during the year, M-F during the summer schedule

Hours: normally 9:45 AM-6:15 PM, Tuesdays 9:15-6:15, and then the occasional need to work additional hours for opening/events as needed

What you’ll do:

• Greeting clients and visitors with professionalism, while answering questions about art, artists, the gallery, and more.
• Liaising with the Sales team to ensure a seamless client experience.
• Maintaining the pristine appearance of the front desk area and the built-in book displays, while keeping exhibition materials stocked and orderly.
• Prepare materials for client viewings and client book mailings.
• Fielding and directing incoming phone calls, and maintaining voicemails.
• Preparing and updating price lists for exhibitions and viewings.
• Managing various gallery and staff calendars and internal resource documents.
• Managing the shipping and receiving of gallery mail and packages.
• Maintaining general office and kitchen supply inventories.
• Assisting the Sales Team with contact database maintenance, exhibition preparation, and additional projects as needed.

What we would like you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art History or a related field.
• Previous experience as a Gallery Assistant in an art gallery.
• Experience with welcoming guests and clients with warmth and poise.
• Strong commitment to artists and the artistic program of the gallery
• Outstanding collaboration, teamwork and people skills.
• A detail-oriented eye for the aesthetic needs of an efficient, organized, elevated office space.
• A take-ownership approach, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and concurrent projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A positive, helpful, team player attitude.

What you will love about David Zwirner:

• David Zwirner has pioneered initiatives dedicated to the gallery’s long-standing commitment to kaleidoscopic storytelling, including: David Zwirner Online, David Zwirner Books, Dialogues, Platform, Utopia Editions, Consignments, Program.
• Premier Access – to private on-site and off-site events, such as exhibition previews, book signings, talks, and walkthroughs with gallery artists and estate members, and external curators and scholars.
• Staff-driven projects and fundraising initiatives. This includes David Zwirner commitment to Galleries Commit.
• Benefits! Flexible workplace and commuter benefits, corporate memberships to museums, including the Whitney, New Museum, MOMA, and others. Summer Fridays, generous PTO and leave, Family Medical/Dental/Vision benefits. 401K savings plan with automatic employer contributions.

David Zwirner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Gallery is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations. The Gallery makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, if you need assistance in applying to a role you may reach out to [email protected].
David Zwirner

Oliver Sanderson is engaged with a multi-award-winning Media & Technology Company in search of an Enterprise Sales Director.

The Enterprise Sales Director will be responsible for outbound sales activities and management and growth of named accounts. They will work closely with the technical team to provide client feedback and help identify areas for improvement.

This is a single contribution role with no direct reports and will be reporting into the Business Head of North America. This will be a hybrid role based in New York and the surrounding areas.

Key Areas of Focus:

• Co-develop and implement a comprehensive sale and account growth strategy.
• Create awareness of product offering, close revenue, and nurture accounts.
• Analyze customer needs and advise them on how to implement cloud applications and services into their organization.
• Solidify and strengthen long-standing relationships to create business and product partnerships.
• Sell across stakeholders at multiple levels in an organization.

This is an amazing role with a fantastic opportunity to make it your own. The ideal candidate will be a strong salesperson and hunter working in the Media & Entertainment space. You will have a proven track record and experience working in and selling into the Media & Entertainment industry, as well as experience selling complex SaaS to enterprise accounts in the Media & Entertainment sector. You will also have an in-depth understanding of content supply chain from production through to distribution.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone on an upward trajectory or a candidate moving for parity to join a rapidly growing organization and make an impact. You will be results-orientated and a proven hunter who has consistently met or exceeded their targets. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to lead and inspire others in your ecosystem.

Prior experience selling into the Media & Entertainment sector is a must.

Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! Click apply and send us your CV today!

Oliver Sanderson Group PLC

About Client:
 Company is a global technology, consulting, and digital solutions company with problem-solving abilities and an emphasis on developing ingenious solutions that allow its clients to remain competitive, profitable, and secure in an evolving business environment.
The company anticipates and leads change to remain in the leader’s quadrant for profitable growth, driven by partnerships with globally leading hyperscales like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft. It has built strong capabilities in new as well as existing technologies such as cloud, data, and digital, pioneering new frontiers.

Salary Range: $180K-$200K/Annum Base

Job Description:

• As a Client Partner/Director in the Media & Entertainment industry, you will be responsible for managing and nurturing relationships with key clients in order to drive business growth and ensure client satisfaction.
• You will act as a trusted advisor, understanding the client’s needs and providing strategic guidance on media and entertainment solutions.
• Your role will involve building strong partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results.
• This position requires a deep understanding of the media and entertainment landscape, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in client management.

Responsibilities:

• Client Relationship Management:
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients in the media and entertainment industry.
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, understanding their business goals, and proactively addressing their needs.
• Collaborate with clients to identify opportunities for growth and provide strategic recommendations.
• Ensure client satisfaction by managing expectations and delivering high-quality services.

Business Development:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing clients, leveraging your understanding of their industry and needs.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential clients and industry trends.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling proposals and presentations for client pitches.
• Participate in industry events and networking activities to expand the client base.

Strategic Planning:

• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the media and entertainment industry.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of client industries, competitors, and market dynamics.
• Develop strategic plans to drive client success and achieve business objectives.
• Provide guidance to clients on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, creative, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of client projects.
• Collaborate with the delivery team to ensure client requirements are met on time and within budget.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to align on client strategies and deliverables.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and internal teams, facilitating clear and efficient communication.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor and track key performance metrics for client accounts.
• Prepare regular reports on account performance, including revenue growth, client satisfaction, and project milestones.
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven recommendations.
• Conduct regular business reviews with clients to review performance and identify opportunities for optimization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in client management or business development within the media and entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of the media and entertainment landscape, including digital media, broadcasting, content production, and distribution.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport with clients.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and identify growth opportunities.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other relevant tools.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites as needed.

About ApTask:
ApTask is a dynamic workforce management solutions company dedicated to helping professionals excel in their careers. With a focus on IT, project management, and strategic consulting roles, ApTask offers tailored opportunities that align with your aspirations. Join our thriving community of skilled professionals and unlock your potential to make a meaningful impact. Discover exciting career prospects with ApTask today at www.aptask.com.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

ApTask is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
FinTech LLC

The FLEX Salesperson Video Associate Producer is responsible for supporting salesperson video shoots for Nordstrom.com. The goal is to provide a great online customer experience while connecting customers with our people, stores, and Nordstrom’s deep fashion expertise. The role will require strong communication and organization skills, being able to flex between prep/organization and on-set shoots. Flexibility in hours during peak periods required.

A day in the life…

• Partner with regional Producer, store teams, and Salespeople to coordinate video shoots in multiple locations within a region
• Work with Project Coordinators on sample procurement, vendor product knowledge, and styling
• Pre-shoot product preparation (sorting, un-tagging, steaming, etc.)
• On-set management of shoot and crew to ensure high quality content, accurate data entry, tracking of process, and communication
• Provide constructive feedback to assist in enhancing department vision and strategies to support program goals
• Assist regional Producer in maintaining Salesperson talent pool and partner with stores to promote program, recruit new talent
• Communicate on-set progress, future needs, and process efficiencies

You own this if you have…

• Self-motivated, highly organized, goal-oriented team player with commitment to outstanding customer service
• 1-3 years’ experience of retail, eCommerce or commercial photography and/or video production experience
• Comfortable operating in a constantly evolving environment characterized by fast and changing deadlines
• Experience in executing photo and video shoots from start to finish
• Ability to build strong relationships with peers and production team
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and SharePoint
• Clear written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Styling experience is preferred
• This is a flexible schedule and on-call, as needed position and not full-time. Hours and scheduling will depend on volume of work ***

A few more important points…

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

Nordstrom will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

© 2022 Nordstrom, Inc

Current Nordstrom employees: To apply, log into Workday, click the Careers button and then click Find Jobs.

Nordstrom

This is a Los Angeles based opportunity which will require time spent in the office.

Candidates must have experience with digital banners, print ads, billboards, social media ads. Websites or organic social are NOT what we are looking for.

Summary:

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Art Director to work on a travel-related credit card, as well as a sustainable CPG product. Our ideal candidate is a conceptual thinker and strong designer who can think outside the box while also bringing strategic discipline to their ideas.

You’ll work in partnership with a Senior Copywriter partner to work on 360 degree campaigns in almost every channel: online video, digital display, custom digital units, digital OOH, paid social on multiple platforms (including lots of the fun stuff!), streaming audio and video, and more. You’ll even have the chance to collaborate on cool branded content with media partners, coming up with big ideas and overseeing brand integration. Experience with—and knowledge of—platform-specific best practices in social media is important, as you’ll be charged with creating bespoke content across many of them.

Bonus points if you’re a travel junkie. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about exploring the world and can bring that curiosity and travel experience to their work.

Core Accountabilities:

• Strong strategic and conceptual thinking

• Design skills across a variety of media

• Ability to turn a big idea into a 360 degree campaign, including more tactical executions

• Ability to adopt writing style to an established brand voice

• Knowledge of best practices across digital and social channels

• Experience creating ads in paid social channels

• Ability to design to established specs, templates, and brand guidelines

• Highly detail-oriented and organized

• Comfortable managing a heavy volume of deliverables

• Deliver high-quality work with an emphasis on organization and quality control

• Able to digest client feedback and effectively revise work

• Can multitask and manage changing priorities

• Able to collaborate with team members across all departments and respect/follow processes

• Team player

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience

Required Skills/Experience:

• 6+ years of experience in an Art Director role

• Knowledge of digital standards and best practices, including Web Accessibility

• Strong design skills to inform your work from layout to production

• Software skills: Adobe Creative Suite

• Expertise in Layer Comp feature of Photoshop

• Knowledge of innovations and trends in digital and social

• All applicants must provide samples via a link to an online portfolio of recent work

Quigley-Simpson

Award winning, full service Marketing and Advertising company located in Downtown Tampa is seeking an Interactive Art Director to join our innovative team.  We are a group of kick ass entrepreneurial marketers who collectively gather to develop strategies that drive action.  Our unique team is currently composed of 100+ individuals and growing.  PPK is a creative force that pushes the limits and takes risks, encouraging out of the box thinking and doing the unexpected. We’re not only creative, but we are doers who continuously motivate and inspire each other to accomplish a vision from start to finish.  It’s our drive and ability to inspire and execute that has brought us the success and growth we are experiencing.  

The Interactive Art Director is responsible for the visual aspects of advertisements across a campaign, focused on digital and social media initiatives. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working independently, as well as collaborating with team members from junior level to executive level. This person should display a desire to create breakthrough original work that is relevant, resonating, and remembered, regardless of assignment. The role reports to our Interactive Creative Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate clear ideas and concepts based on brand briefs that align with digital and social goals.
• Produce sketches, storyboards, roughs to visualize ideas.
• Work collaboratively with Interactive Designers to help guide social media content.
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience.
• Cooperate with the rest of the creative team across different types of media.
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide directions.
• Present completed ideas to clients/team members.
• Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant education and ideally 3-5 years of experience in an advertising agency environment.
• Proven conceptual experience as Art Director.
• Hands-on experience with digital, social media, animation and production.
• Proficient use of Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere and other visual design tools.
• Digital display (static & animated) experience required; HTML experience a plus. 
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio. Social Media specific a plus.
• Incorporate feedback and take/give direction well.
• Team player with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and background.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision 
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Relaxed work environment 
• Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule

*PPK does not discriminate based on race, sex, color of hair, skin art, cats or dogs, toilet paper over or under, pineapple on pizza, or whether you believe that Die Hard is a Christmas movie or not. We welcome all ideas, individuals, characters and backgrounds.  That’s what makes us a successful functioning team of creators, making a difference in our community.

PPK

We’re looking for a social-first Art Director who has an online portfolio with social-first art direction examples on all social channels including IG, YouTube, TikTok, and emerging platforms.

You will join a team working with our large retail client, concepting social-first campaigns on a regular seasonal cadence, and presenting your ideas to our client. Reporting to the Senior Art Director, Social, you will create and manage the delivery of creative and social content campaigns that push creative content solutions across all social platforms. You will work closely with an Associate Creative Director team, and collaborate daily. This role is fully remote, but several of the creatives including the ACD team are in the New York area, and occasionally collaborate in person at the Dentsu offices if you want to join them onsite.

• You have a love for people and how they engage on the internet and love creating in the social space.
• You will make creative social content in whatever format is deemed most relevant, where every detail is considered.
• You will connect our brands to culture through social media

Accountabilities

• Concept and build social creative campaigns and real-time response creative on brand and to a targeted audience
• Implement brand continuity, guidelines and positioning
• Integrate a brand’s established look and feel into social creative in a compelling, valuable and authentic way
• Present ideas to both the internal team and externally to clients with structure and parity
• Proactively identify opportunities for work to be created for clients
• Understand new social media content best practices and what other organizations and brands are creating
• Identify trends and patterns in user behavior associated with social content
• Creatively use technology and its applications to solve business problems
• Exhibit a natural instinct, love and skillset for concepting and art direction, and the ability to build powerful stories through design
• Grow the relationship with the client

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience art directing and making social-first content
• Advertising agency experience
• Consistency of ideas is required, as this is our number one currency
• Experience creating groundbreaking social campaigns and provided examples of digital-first thinking
• We need buttoned-up creatives that believe in accountability
• Bachelors in Advertising, Marketing or related field, required; in lieu of degree, equivalent experience in a relevant field required

Additional Information

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $51,000 – $80,000. Salary is based on a range of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. Our incentive compensation plan is subject to change. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information about dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

About dentsu

Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape societywww.dentsu.com.

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

dentsu

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a full-time contracted Culture Manager to support an organization’s Learning, Culture, and & DEI team. This company is located in Broomfield, Colorado and they’re looking for candidates who can support culture and employee engagement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Track and share progress made across the org on employee engagement plans and actions.

• Support the setup & implementation for the company’s next annual employee engagement survey in fall 2023.

• Define a communications plan that will inform employees about this survey and inspire them to participate and share their candid feedback.

• Support the potential launch of a new org-wide recognition program, including developing an awareness-building campaign that will encourage adoption of the new platform.

• Organize and support quarterly discussions with the Company’s Culture Council, a group of leaders from across the org who meet bi-monthly to share best practices to address employee engagement challenges across functions.

• Measure the impact of the new Global leadership Behaviors launched in March 2023 intended to further support the success of Danone’s culture and business strategy.

Skills Needed:

• Strong organizational structure and experience managing timelines

• Ability to build & maintain strong partnerships across HR and other functions

• Effective communicator and team player

• Ability to present information to a variety of audiences

• Experience in HR and passion for employee engagement and culture

Interested? Apply today!

LHH

Timing: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing full-time

Hours per week: 40+

Location: Fully remote / hybrid (onsite 1 day/week)

Salary: $60-75K DOE

One of our small agency clients is looking for an Art Director to join their team for an exciting full-time role.

This Art Director will be leading the development of the type of social content consumers would want to engage with, as well as maintaining campaign and brand consistency for the agency’s food and beverage clients.

The Art Director should be comfortable working with creatives, designers and copywriters on a range of creative projects and work. Campaigns for clients will range from smaller content to larger campaigns for some of America’s largest and favorite CPG, alcohol and restaurant brands.

Ideal Art Directors candidates will have:

– At least 4+ years of agency experience as an Art Director, Designer, or related creative role handling B2C client accounts

– At least 2+ years of experience designing, developing, and creating social media content

– BA Degree

– Strong portfolio showcasing high-end design skills

– Strong understanding of social platforms

– Great collaboration, leadership, presentation, and verbal/written communication skills

– Photo and Video production experience

– Highly organized, accountable, able to take constructive feedback and handle work revisions/changes.

– Fully proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects

Nice to Have:

– A passion for Twitter, Tik Tok and meme content

– Excitement for the fast pace of social media

– Pulse on what’s trending and ability to relate that to customers’ needs

– Have a knack for concepting ideas for bother integrated and smaller creative needs of clients.

Job Responsibilities:

– Lead the process of brainstorming, presenting and selling through humorous brand content ideas. With a strong focus on Social & Motion content.

– Bring ideas to life using sketches, mocks and or storyboards

– Manage, mentor and delegate responsibilities to junior creative team members

– Collaborate with in-house production team to deliver creative ideas

– Ensure all projects and deadlines are met from beginning to end

– Present completed projects to clients and other team members as needed

*Flexible hybrid schedule (onsite 1 day per week)

**Full benefits included

24 Seven Talent

JOB TITLE: Manager of Curatorial Projects + Public Experience

DEPARTMENT: Art + Public Programming

REPORTS TO: Director of Curatorial Projects + Public Experience

STATUS: Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: Regular, Full-Time (benefited)

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, may include evenings, weekends, events

DIRECT REPORTS: None

COMPENSATION: $83,000/annually

ABOUT YBCA

Mission: We generate culture that moves people.

Vision: A community that thrives on inspiration.

The successful candidate will embody our organization’s core values:

● Abundance: We operate from a place of strength, with a spirit of empathy and generosity.

● Authentic Collaboration: We are engaged and interconnected.

● Personal Agency: We are empowered and accountable.

● Boldness: We create with courage and purpose

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Manager of Curatorial Projects + Public Experience supports the Director of Curatorial Projects + Public Experience and Head of Art + Public Programming in the planning and executing of YBCA’s organizational goals and strategic programmatic vision. They are responsible for a variety of curatorial and administrative tasks including overseeing the public art strategy around the YBCA campus, exhibition research, planning, programs and events; managing contacts and correspondence; assisting with the coordination of printed materials, didactic materials, and exhibition documentation; writing and editing exhibition-related copy. This position may have the opportunity to generate original programs and installations.

Their focus is on project leading and managing various programs, with an eye towards curatorial stewardship of specific artist projects, while incorporating them into an overall plan for the public engagement. This role also provides editorial oversight, working across departments to refine storytelling, narrative and to situate programs within YBCA’s long-term programmatic vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

EXHIBITION, PROGRAM & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT (85%)

● Project leads indoor and outdoor curatorial initiatives, including but not limited to exhibitions, Open Calls, public art strategy, artists in residence, artist commissions, and film/performance presentations.

● Identify and meet with project stakeholders. Develop project objectives and parameters, including location and approach, and qualifications for artists. Establish project budgets and schedule in consultation with Director.

● Works with exhibition production staff to shape and implement multidisciplinary projects to optimize artistic and programmatic vision.

● Provides curatorial oversight, research, and support to the Head and Director, including providing artistic and creative recommendations.

● Assumes role of Project Lead for various programmatic endeavors, set forth by the organization, and work closed with Exhibitions Project Manager + Registrar to meet needs based on specific exhibitions and installations.

● Holds and manages partnerships with artists and collectives to build deep and ongoing creative relationships.

● Writes and/or supports curatorial and interpretative texts including essays, brochures, wall and label texts, and website content for artistic projects.

● Collaborates with artists, external partners, and marketing staff to develop storytelling strategies particular to each program.

● Works with Director and Head to identify grant opportunities, including meeting with Foundations and Individuals, preparing data information, writing and composing packages for grants with the YBCA Development Dept.

● Work with the Director to maintain specific project budgets, writes and issues contracts, and keeps track of messaging around programs to All Staff.

● Assists Exhibitions Project Manager + Registrar with administrative duties, including artist contracts, loan forms, and artwork shipping.

● Assists with photo documentation of exhibitions and individual works, or directs photographs in this documentation.

● Assists with tracking department finances and the exhibition-specific budget.

● Participates in, and assists with, staff training on exhibitions, as required.

MARKETING (15%)

● Contributes to the development of a storytelling strategy that will bring clarity to YBCA’s work and desired impact.

● As a project team member, provides and collaborates on editorial and written content for external communications, including emails, blog posts, and press releases for projects in the Marketing Department.

● Provides editorial review to external communications, including emails, blog posts, and press releases as needed.

● Collaborates with Marketing and Leadership to build storytelling strategy across organizational initiatives.

● Creates editorial content for digital initiatives, including artist interviews and essays.

● Strategizes monthly newsletter content in collaboration with marketing staff.

● Advises in the development and implementation of brand voice guidelines for use across organizational platforms.

● Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

● At least three years of experience in writing, copyediting, and proofreading, preferably in a publishing and/or museum environment

● Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style required; AP style helpful

● Experience with storytelling, writing, and editing external communications for an arts organization

● Experience working in cross-departmental team-oriented environments

● Superb verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpretive writing skills

● Must be detail-oriented

● Excellent organization skills; ability to coordinate complicated projects and manage multiple and diverse tasks simultaneously; ability to meet deadlines and shift priorities as needed

● Thrives in a highly collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and access, and works effectively with people of varied backgrounds, experiences, points of view, and aspirations.

● Great interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with colleagues, artists, and the public

● Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

● Flexibility to work variable schedules

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE:

Hi! Did you know that research shows that folks from groups closest to the harms of institutional racism and inequality often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications? We believe that no one meets 100% of the listed qualifications. We are less concerned about whether you’ve done everything on a laundry list of specific things and more interested in cultivating a pool of candidates who want to join a connected, mission-driven, hard-working team of practitioners driven by creativity, curiosity, justice, and equity.

If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.

BENEFITS

PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Employee Assistance Program, Travel Assistance, paid time off to volunteer, and ability to participate in the 403(b) Retirement Plan with match.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) is committed to diversity in its programming and in creating a work culture and environment that is reflective of San Francisco Bay Area demography. The Center encourages and actively recruits applicants representing dimensions of difference that include — but are not limited to — age, national origin, ethnicity, race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, gender or political affiliation.

YBCA will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (SF Police Code, Article 49).

ACCOMMODATIONS

YBCA is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Accommodations Request”.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

At YBCA, we continue to prioritize the health and well-being of our community. Our current COVID-19 health and safety protocols meet or exceed local, state, and federal public health requirements. We require proof of vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Exemption from these requirements will be reviewed according to standards set forth by state and local health agencies and reasonable accommodations will be made for those providing valid exemptions.

All initial interviews will be conducted remotely via phone or video conference. Please note that this position may perform some work remotely and on site responsibilities.

APPLICATION STATUS

Hello and thank you for taking the time to apply and let us know that you are interested in joining our team at YBCA. After you apply, you will receive a confirmation email to let you know that your resume has been received. Rest assured, a member of our recruiting team will personally review your application. If you are a potential match for one of our open positions, we will be in touch. If there is not a match right now, we will keep your resume on file for future opportunities. In the meantime, please connect with us on social media @YBCA to learn more about us. Thank you for your time and we wish you the best on your job search.

Agencies and Recruiting Firms: Please note that we will only review applications submitted directly by candidates and do not accept resumes or pay fees to third parties. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of YBCA.

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