Art Director Assistant jobs in Lawrence, KS

Art Director Assistant assists the Art Director with all phases of design projects to ensure successful project completion. Monitors work through all stages of pre-production and production and facilitates solutions to any issues that may arise. Being an Art Director Assistant reviews the work of videographers, photographers, designers, and graphic artists. Requires knowledge of typography, layout, color, and visual communication. Additionally, Art Director Assistant requires a bachelor's degree of art or design. Typically reports to Art Director. The Art Director Assistant gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be an Art Director Assistant typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant to the Director - Spencer Museum of Art
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview

    The Spencer Museum of Art explores the capacity of art to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and create connections among people. The Museum, located on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence, houses an internationally known collection that is deep and diverse, currently numbering approximately 48,000 artworks in all media.

    The Assistant to the Director is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Director’s office. Primary duties include coordinating the Director’s schedule and travel and assisting with special projects. The Assistant to the Director may also prepare collection- and program-related materials and facilitate data analysis and preparation for meetings and presentations. Additionally, this position serves as one of the primary staff members on-site one weekend day each week, providing front-line support at the Welcome Desk for all visitor experience activities. Strong customer service, communication and writing skills, confidentiality, adaptability, and flexibility are imperative.

    In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 8 hours of sick leave earned every month, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. KU is a great place to work! The University actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups.

    Job Description

    Administration (50%)
    • Manage Director’s office and otherwise relieve the Director of administrative, clerical, scheduling, and business details by overseeing day-to-day operations; update Executive Associate on project statuses and other relevant information.
    • Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, attend and document meetings, and provide follow-up support, as assigned by the Director or Executive Associate.
    • Arrange and process all travel for the Director, including working with the Museum’s Operations department and Campus Administration & Operations Shared Service Center (CAO-SSC) to complete travel authorizations and financial transactions using a University credit card.
    • Research and summarize disparate materials into succinct and accurate reports and documents, and assist with editing documents for the Director and the institution at large.
    • Draft letters, memos, reports, and other correspondence for the Director, synthesizing museum-wide information of exhibitions, events, and programming.
    • Develop proficiency with all Museum databases and software programs for the purpose of gathering, synthesizing, and organizing information.
    • Monitor relevant news and information sources to gather noteworthy happenings in the community, university, and art/museum fields to share the Director; draft relevant correspondence as directed.
    • Assist administrative staff with general office duties including answering main telephone line and distributing mail.
    • Provide strong technological support for the Director, including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite to create materials for lectures, talks, and presentations.
    Visitor Experience/Welcome Desk (20%)
    • Manage onsite operations at the Museum’s Welcome Desk during Saturday public hours, and other weekday/weekend hours as needed, including but not limited to welcoming and orientating guests, overseeing shop sales, and capturing visitor feedback.
    • Support weekday and weekend events and public programs as needed and available, including managing logistics, assisting with set up and striking equipment, and help managing vendors.
    Development (15%)
    • Work with the Advancement and Planning Department as needed in coordinating advancement-related tasks.
    • Assist in maintaining donor files and database relative to the activities of the Director; track correspondence, information, and meetings related to donors, donor prospects, and foundations electronically using appropriate Museum database and filing systems.
    • Provide planned and impromptu tours of the collection and facility to visitors and guests of the Director.
    • In collaboration with the Advancement and Planning Department, help organize and staff receptions and events (catering, invitations, and other logistics) for donors, prospects, and both advisory boards. Set up and strike equipment and track attendance.
    Special Projects and Research (10%)
    • Conduct and organize research on the museum collection, art museum trends—including diversity, equity, access, and inclusion—and other content-specific areas, as needed.
    • Produce visual aids that summarize and present content and data.
    • Work collaboratively with interdepartmental museum teams on projects related to museum administration and special initiatives.
    • Assist the Director with course-related administrative tasks, in the event of the Director teaching a course.
    Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
    • Participate in museum- and campus-wide initiatives and trainings, including those related to diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and belonging.
    • Attend all staff meetings.
    • Assist and participate in other initiatives as they arise and in concert with supervisor.

    Position Requirements

    • This position requires working on-site full-time and availability to work Saturdays 11:45am – 5:15pm.
    • Available occasional evening and additional weekend hours with advance notice.

    Required Qualifications

    • High school diploma or GED equivalency and four years of office experience or four years of post-secondary education. At least one year of experience working in an administrative position.
    • Excellent writing and editing skills, as evidenced by application materials.
    • Experience creating reports and written documents; utilizing a variety of information and presenting finished products with great accuracy as evidenced by application materials.
    • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, etc...), Adobe Acrobat Pro, and general digital literacy for troubleshooting technical problems.
    • Experience requiring organizational skills and attention to detail as evidenced by work history and application materials.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in any field.
    • Experience presenting qualitative and quantitative information in a visual format.
    • Experience arranging domestic and international travel.
    • Experience working with databases.
    • Experience that required use of digital and library research skills.
    • Experience with an art museum.

    Additional Candidate Instructions

    In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
    • A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
    • Resume or curriculum vitae.
    • Contact information for three professional references.
    Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Application review begins Friday, July 28, 2023 and will continue until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.

    Contact Information to Applicants

    Kelly Banks
    klbanks@ku.edu

    Advertised Salary Range

    $42,000

    Work Schedule

    Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30AM-5PM.

    Application Review Begins

    Friday July 28, 2023

    Anticipated Start Date

    Tuesday September 5, 2023
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    Posting Information

    • Posting ID: 25696BR
    • Department: Spencer Museum of Art
    • Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
    • Assignment: On-Site
    • Reg/Temp: Regular
    • Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
    • Review Begins: 28-Jul-2023
  • 9 Days Ago

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Art model
  • Washburn University
  • Topeka, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary Essential Functions : This position requires models to construct interesting nude poses for a variety of views and to hold long poses if given regular breaks, as well as the willingne...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Artist
  • NOW Art Foundation
  • Topeka, MS CONTRACTOR
  • About the ProgramWalmart Community Mural Program is a celebration of communities across America and an important part of a new or newly transformed facility. Inspired by the community and together wit...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Assistant Summer Camp Director
  • Genesis Health Clubs
  • Topeka, KS FULL_TIME
  • Do you enjoy working with children, getting paid to play, and the idea of working in a family and fitness oriented environment? This position is ideal for candidates looking to hone their leadership s...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Assistant Director of Undergraduate Recruitment
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview In response to award-winning faculty, facilities, and expanded degree programs valued by the business community, the KU School of Business has experienced rapid growth in undergradua...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Assistant Marketing Director
  • Anew Healthcare
  • Nortonville, KS FULL_TIME
  • Required Qualifications v Valid driver’s license in the state. v High school diploma v Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years of experience with demonstrated success in marketing, census development...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Activities Assistant
  • Baldwin Healthcare & Rehab Center
  • Baldwin City, KS
  • Baldwin Healthcare & Rehab Center - POSITION DESCRIPTION: As an activity assistant you are responsible for supporting th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN $3,000 Sign on bonus - Nights
  • Heritage Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation
  • Oskaloosa, KS
  • Heritage Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation - Licensed Practical Nurse LPN $3,000 Sign on Bonus! The Best Team Provides...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activity Aide (CNA)
  • The Gardens at Aldersgate
  • Topeka, KS
  • The Gardens at Aldersgate - POSITION DESCRIPTION: As an activity assistant you are responsible for supporting the effort...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activity Aide (CNA)
  • Recover-Care Healthcare
  • Topeka, KS
  • POSITION DESCRIPTION: As an activity assistant you are responsible for supporting the efforts of the Activity Director i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Forensic Sciences Master's Program/Associate or Full Professor
  • Southern Illinois Univeristy Edwardsville (SIUE)
  • Edwardsville, KS
  • Faculty Position FY24-044 October 18 2023 Position TitleDirector of Forensic Sciences Master's Program/Associate or Full...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Professor/Director of Choral Activities
  • Southern Illinois Univeristy Edwardsville (SIUE)
  • Edwardsville, KS
  • Faculty Position FA24-004 February 1 2024 Position TitleAssistant Professor/Director of Choral Activities Hiring Unit De...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Graduate Assistant Student Life
  • OTTAWA UNIVERSITY
  • Ottawa, KS
  • Job Details Job Location Ottawa University - Ottawa, Kansas - Ottawa, KS Position Type Graduate Assistant - Part Time 29...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Graduate Assistant Gwartney Institute
  • OTTAWA UNIVERSITY
  • Ottawa, KS
  • Job Details Job Location Ottawa University - Ottawa, Kansas - Ottawa, KS Position Type Graduate Assistant - Part Time 29...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lawrence is the county seat of Douglas County and sixth-largest city in Kansas. It is located in the northeastern sector of the state, astride Interstate 70, between the Kansas and Wakarusa Rivers. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 87,643. Lawrence is a college town and the home to both the University of Kansas and Haskell Indian Nations University. Lawrence was founded by the New England Emigrant Aid Company, and was named for Amos Adams Lawrence, a Republican abolitionist originally from Massachusetts, who offered financial aid and support for the settlement. Lawrence was cent...
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Income Estimation for Art Director Assistant jobs
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