Job description
Join a premier nonprofit dedicated to advancing contemporary and classical fine arts in the heart of New York City. Lumina Arts Collective is seeking a proactive Fine Arts Program Manager to lead exhibitions, artist residencies, education programs, and community outreach. You will collaborate with curators, educators, and partners to deliver high-impact programs that inspire audiences of all ages.
In this role, you will oversee project planning, vendor management, budget tracking, and stakeholder communication. You will be trusted to steward relationships with galleries, museums, schools, and community centers while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion within all programs.
Ideal candidates are dynamic communicators with a track record of delivering compelling exhibitions, artist collaborations, and experiential programming in busy urban markets.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end planning for exhibitions, artist residencies, and education programs from concept to installation.
- Manage program budgets, timelines, and vendor contracts ensuring on-time delivery and cost-efficiency.
- Cultivate partnerships with galleries, museums, schools, and community organizations to expand programming reach.
- Coordinate curatorial teams, installation crews, and safety compliance for gallery spaces.
- Develop fundraising strategies, write grants, and steward donor relationships to secure revenue streams.
- Lead audience engagement initiatives, marketing campaigns, and data-driven evaluation of impact.
- Oversee recruitment, on-site supervision, and professional development for program staff and interns.
- Ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and accessibility standards across all programs.
Qualification
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in arts programming, curation, or gallery management.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary art practices, with proven track record of successful exhibitions.
- Experience with budget management, fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication; fluent in English with strong presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to DEI principles, accessibility, and community engagement.
- Proficiency with CRM, MS Office, and exhibition software; ability to learn new tools quickly.