Art Manager manages the creative design and execution of visual communications to meet an organization's marketing or advertising objectives. Provides internal clients with design standards, tools, and guidance on communicating corporate image, branding, and identity. Being an Art Manager oversees the design and production operations of all visual elements including publications, infographics, and social content, that are deployed across digital, interactive and print. Monitors projects and timelines. Additionally, Art Manager stays current on latest trends. Develops and manages a network of vendors, freelance artists, and designers to utilize for project support. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in art, graphic design or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Art Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an Art Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
About Indianapolis Art Center
The mission of the Indianapolis Art Center is to inspire creative expression in all people.
Our vision is to build an inclusively united community through art by inspiring a better, stronger, and more culturally vibrant environment for all.
We believe that art belongs to everybody. For 90 years, we’ve lived by that belief. We are an organization that includes, inspires, and unites through art education, exhibitions, and outreach. We love what art inspires and shares, but what we love more is what it makes us collectively — a stronger, healthier, more vibrant, more connected community. Find yourself here, at the Indy Art Center, where it’s always Everybody’s Art.
Company Fit:
Patience: Allows Team Members the ability to handle challenging situations, work with a team, and foster positive workplace environments at every level.
Clear Communicator: Using verbal and written language, to share and collect information, exchange ideas and openly explore a variety of perspectives while being flexible to adjust style and content to each unique person, audience and situation.
Accountability: Taking responsibility for individual and collaborative actions and decisions. Fostering a culture of trust and accountability throughout the organization.
Job Summary:
Create and manage the graphic design/marketing needs of the Fishers Art Center for a variety of media, including but not limited to print, video, digital/social media, web, in addition to assisting with design needs of events at the Indy Art Center.
Job Responsibilities:
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Competencies Required
1. Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills required with a strong ability in public speaking, especially with artists and patrons in person and via phone and email.
2. Relationship Building: Interpersonal skills which can be utilized to engage with artists, patrons, and fellow team members.
3. Time Management: Strong ability to manage multiple projects and calendars to ensure on time completion working independently and as part of a team.
4. Professionalism: Focus on positive communication and teamwork in order to execute and meet all job responsibilities.
5. Integrity: Fosters an environment of honesty and reliability in the workplace.
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