Job description
Join a premier NYC arts organization, Lumina Fine Arts Collective, as a Gallery Programs Manager. You will lead dynamic programming, exhibitions, and public programs that illuminate contemporary and traditional fine arts. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, artist- and audience-focused environment.
Based in New York City, the role offers the opportunity to shape experiences for diverse audiences while cultivating partnerships with artists, institutions, and sponsors.
Responsibility
- Develop and execute vibrant gallery programming and exhibitions in collaboration with curators and artists.
- Curate and oversee exhibition timelines, budgets, installation, and de-installation processes.
- Lead stakeholder engagement, including artists, lenders, galleries, sponsors, and educational partners.
- Manage daily operations of the gallery space, ensuring safety, accessibility, and optimal visitor experience.
- Coordinate public programs (artist talks, tours, workshops, and community outreach) to broaden audience reach.
- Develop and monitor programming budgets, track expenses, and report on financial performance with the development team.
- Maintain strong documentation, loan agreements, insurance, and legal compliance for exhibitions.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Museum Studies, or related field; Master's preferred.
- 4+ years in arts management, curatorial support, or gallery programming, with a proven track record in coordinating exhibitions.
- Experience with loan procedures, artwork handling, installation, and de-installation.
- Excellent project management, budgeting, and administrative skills; proficiency with CRM/Database systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication; demonstrated ability to build partnerships with artists, institutions, and sponsors.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends for events.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessible programming in the arts.