Hilarious. I'm glad this is a rockin Funk song instead of some wistful broadway tune.
http://www.broadjam.com/artists/songs.php?artistID=62291&mediaID=404992
Who's that man with the plan for building an audience for the actors?
Who's that gal making pals with those big symphony benefactors?
Sometimes you might see 'em
Strolling around some well-endowed museum.
You'll know sooner or later,
It's an Arts Administrator.
Take any art that cannot support itself on earned income.
They'll bring the smarts and the heart to help you put on the show and then some.
'Cause you know it ain't easy
Running a 501c3.
Still it's sweeping the nation,
It's Arts Administration.
I've seen 'em balance a budget
With a bake sale benefit.
Between the divas and the details
Any average mortal would quit.
Juggling that governing board
Buying things they can't afford
Driving in an old Accord
('Cause they can't buy a new one).
Getting all their goods in-kind
Starting with the end in mind
They're the best when in a bind.
Even if the muses infused your every breath,
Without their kind you might find
That you're an artist who's starved to death.
You'll need one sooner or later,
It's an Arts Administrator
Friend of every creator,
It's an Arts Administrator.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Greetings from Atlanta
I have been thinking a lot lately about the Midwest, Bloomington and my Arts Admin cohort. I hope you all are doing well and those still in the Midwest--I am sorry to hear about the tortuous snow storm! I am now living in Atlanta, Georiga and we had our "baby" snow storm at the beginning weeks of January. It would have been a bleep on the scene of winter snow falls for those in the Midwest or East coast but for the south it was monumental: 4-5 inches of snow! It was enough to shut down the whole city. I am currently pursuing doctoral work at Georgia State University, located in the heart of Atlanta's downtown, and my school was cancelled for 4 days due to the "snow storm". So, essentially my first days of being a new, green Teaching Instructor were postponed for a week.
I pursue work in communications and a current class on public memory really puts my mind back into the discussions we had during our arts admin classes: the role of the museum in forming public memory- its hegemonic roles, its silences, its approaches, its gatekeepers, its funders. I remember vividly having long debates on elite vs populist art perspectives and these conversations are coming back alive in my public memory class. I wanted to thank everyone again for those discussions and wish everyone well!
Lastly, if anyone is traveling through the Atlanta area send me a holla over FB and I can show you some of the museums within my new city: CNN, the HIGH, Coca-cola, the Margaret Mitchell house, Stone Mountain, and many nice neighborhood galleries!
Happy 2011-Courtney
I pursue work in communications and a current class on public memory really puts my mind back into the discussions we had during our arts admin classes: the role of the museum in forming public memory- its hegemonic roles, its silences, its approaches, its gatekeepers, its funders. I remember vividly having long debates on elite vs populist art perspectives and these conversations are coming back alive in my public memory class. I wanted to thank everyone again for those discussions and wish everyone well!
Lastly, if anyone is traveling through the Atlanta area send me a holla over FB and I can show you some of the museums within my new city: CNN, the HIGH, Coca-cola, the Margaret Mitchell house, Stone Mountain, and many nice neighborhood galleries!
Happy 2011-Courtney
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Development Opening
Sending along a job opportunity. Just imagine...you could occupy the office right next to mine. A dream for all of you, I know. (Actually we have great offices. You would have a window and an actual door.)
Director of Development
Anyone who has questions about the organization or position is welcome to email me.
Hope all is well with you!
Stephanie
Hope all is well with you!
Stephanie
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Art Basel, Miami
This is a shot in the dark, but I'm wondering if any other AADMers are going to Art Basel this weekend? I'm considering going on Sunday, please drop me a line if you are going to be there as well!
Friday, November 5, 2010
Florida Living!
Hello Friends!
How is everyone doing? I miss you guys! It's been over a year since I updated everyone. I was waiting for something really exciting to happen...and finally, it did! I accepted a position with BIG ARTS last week, and after a few days of packing (and a grueling 20 hour drive) I am here! BIG ARTS is a jack-of-all-trades arts org on Sanibel Island in SW Florida. They do film, visual art, classical music, jazz, theatre, dance, lectures, etc. They also offer TONS of classes (when I saw the list I joked that it was better than what IU offers! Not really, but it's great).
Our constituency is mostly affluent, retired folks living on the island, in addition to people who come down here to vacation. Part of what makes BIG ARTS fun is that we have a small staff (15 or so), and a massive volunteer corps. It's kind of the cool thing to do on the island--being a volunteer at BIG ARTS. Anyway, a large part of my job will be interacting with and managing the volunteer committees for each of the categories listed above. I will also be managing the new theatre that we've acquired (too long a story to relay here...I may or may not start my own blog about this. If so, I will send a link!)
I'm living in Fort Myers, which is just a little over 10 miles away. I had never seen myself here--my mantra was "chicago chicago chicago." The whole time I was at Campus Art (miss you, Liska!), I was spending a minimum of 30 hours a week looking for a job. If you crunch the numbers, I had been looking for 15 months, completed and mailed over 150 applications, and went through 16 interviews. Needless to say, I'm really happy that the hunt is over.
For those of you still looking (is anyone else still looking?), hang in there. It feels like it will never happen, but it will. I almost sold myself short several times--there were plenty of offers for shamefully low-paying, zero benefits, bottom of the totem pole jobs. My advice is to STICK IT OUT and wait for someone to give you the compensation, and the responsibility, that reflects what you're worth.
Meanwhile, I am doing all of the little things that go along with moving. Becoming a Florida resident, checking out the scene here. I am attending the Fort Myers monthly art walk this evening. Let's hope it doesn't disappoint!
Hope each of you are loving life!
Stay in touch,
Jessica
How is everyone doing? I miss you guys! It's been over a year since I updated everyone. I was waiting for something really exciting to happen...and finally, it did! I accepted a position with BIG ARTS last week, and after a few days of packing (and a grueling 20 hour drive) I am here! BIG ARTS is a jack-of-all-trades arts org on Sanibel Island in SW Florida. They do film, visual art, classical music, jazz, theatre, dance, lectures, etc. They also offer TONS of classes (when I saw the list I joked that it was better than what IU offers! Not really, but it's great).
Our constituency is mostly affluent, retired folks living on the island, in addition to people who come down here to vacation. Part of what makes BIG ARTS fun is that we have a small staff (15 or so), and a massive volunteer corps. It's kind of the cool thing to do on the island--being a volunteer at BIG ARTS. Anyway, a large part of my job will be interacting with and managing the volunteer committees for each of the categories listed above. I will also be managing the new theatre that we've acquired (too long a story to relay here...I may or may not start my own blog about this. If so, I will send a link!)
I'm living in Fort Myers, which is just a little over 10 miles away. I had never seen myself here--my mantra was "chicago chicago chicago." The whole time I was at Campus Art (miss you, Liska!), I was spending a minimum of 30 hours a week looking for a job. If you crunch the numbers, I had been looking for 15 months, completed and mailed over 150 applications, and went through 16 interviews. Needless to say, I'm really happy that the hunt is over.
For those of you still looking (is anyone else still looking?), hang in there. It feels like it will never happen, but it will. I almost sold myself short several times--there were plenty of offers for shamefully low-paying, zero benefits, bottom of the totem pole jobs. My advice is to STICK IT OUT and wait for someone to give you the compensation, and the responsibility, that reflects what you're worth.
Meanwhile, I am doing all of the little things that go along with moving. Becoming a Florida resident, checking out the scene here. I am attending the Fort Myers monthly art walk this evening. Let's hope it doesn't disappoint!
Hope each of you are loving life!
Stay in touch,
Jessica
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Friday, June 25, 2010
Predictable, anyone? We knew they needed a re-brand....
Marketing Coordinator
Park Avenue Armory
(New York NY)
Mission
Park Avenue Armory is a newly launched cultural organization whose mission is to revitalize one of New York’s most important landmarks, unique for its expansive drill hall and splendid period rooms, as a dynamic center for the arts unlike any other in the city. The Armory will soon announce its first full artistic season and is currently in the quiet phase of a $200 million capital campaign. The position will be responsible for developing promotional material with the Director of development and the CEO, overseeing design of said material and implement advertising plans for general institutional branding, artistic productions, education programs, fundraising, and in the future, be involved with the Armory’s capital campaign.
Requirements and skills
Bachelor’s degree and minimum seven years of progressively responsible experience in marketing/advertising for not for profit institutions in the visual or performing arts, including developing and managing budgets, overseeing design and execution of marketing materials and implementing marketing plans. Candidates must be hands-on self-starters who work well within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple complex projects and meet multiple deadlines. Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of marketing and communications concepts, practices, and techniques in all formats; sound knowledge of market research methods; excellent interpersonal and public relations skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent administrative and organizational skills; strong knowledge of print production process, media planning, buying and performance analysis skills, and budget management.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute short and long term marketing strategies to meet the Armory’s goals and objectives, determine priorities, monitor progress and evaluate effectiveness of strategies. Develop, administer and monitor marketing budget. Specific duties include:
- Develop and implement advertising and marketing campaigns for specific programs and projects as well as general marketing for the institution as a cultural institution. This includes creating and managing schedules and budgets, purchasing ads, writing copy, working with designers and production, proofing, sending final artwork to publications, managing direct mail campaigns through list exchanges and rentals, and producing metrics summary reports for each campaign.
- Develop targeted outreach campaigns including grassroots and community marketing campaigns.
- Manage the Armory’s online communications and social media efforts, including the website, e-newsletters, Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and others.
- Manage the development and production of all Armory promotional materials including brochures, flyers, banners, postcards, posters and advertisements. Negotiate with suppliers to maximize coverage and reduce costs.
- Develop and execute visitor research surveys, focus groups and general market research, conduct analysis of research and report findings to management teams and stakeholders.
- Working with Armory staff, develop marketing partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborations with corporations, community groups, and other groups.
- Serve as liaison for graphic design, public relations, and other consultants and vendors.
Salary
To commensurate with experience. Please put your requirements on your application.
Application Process
Position is open until filled. Anticipated start date is ASAP.
Please e-mail resume and cover letter (no phone calls, please) to:
HR@armoryonpark.org
Subject Line: Marketing Coordinator Search - NYFA
Or Mail to:
Human Resources
Marketing Coordinator Search - NYFA
Park Avenue Armory
643 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10065
Park Avenue Armory is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Website: http://armoryonpark.org
Park Avenue Armory
(New York NY)
Mission
Park Avenue Armory is a newly launched cultural organization whose mission is to revitalize one of New York’s most important landmarks, unique for its expansive drill hall and splendid period rooms, as a dynamic center for the arts unlike any other in the city. The Armory will soon announce its first full artistic season and is currently in the quiet phase of a $200 million capital campaign. The position will be responsible for developing promotional material with the Director of development and the CEO, overseeing design of said material and implement advertising plans for general institutional branding, artistic productions, education programs, fundraising, and in the future, be involved with the Armory’s capital campaign.
Requirements and skills
Bachelor’s degree and minimum seven years of progressively responsible experience in marketing/advertising for not for profit institutions in the visual or performing arts, including developing and managing budgets, overseeing design and execution of marketing materials and implementing marketing plans. Candidates must be hands-on self-starters who work well within a fast-paced environment and manage multiple complex projects and meet multiple deadlines. Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of marketing and communications concepts, practices, and techniques in all formats; sound knowledge of market research methods; excellent interpersonal and public relations skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent administrative and organizational skills; strong knowledge of print production process, media planning, buying and performance analysis skills, and budget management.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute short and long term marketing strategies to meet the Armory’s goals and objectives, determine priorities, monitor progress and evaluate effectiveness of strategies. Develop, administer and monitor marketing budget. Specific duties include:
- Develop and implement advertising and marketing campaigns for specific programs and projects as well as general marketing for the institution as a cultural institution. This includes creating and managing schedules and budgets, purchasing ads, writing copy, working with designers and production, proofing, sending final artwork to publications, managing direct mail campaigns through list exchanges and rentals, and producing metrics summary reports for each campaign.
- Develop targeted outreach campaigns including grassroots and community marketing campaigns.
- Manage the Armory’s online communications and social media efforts, including the website, e-newsletters, Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and others.
- Manage the development and production of all Armory promotional materials including brochures, flyers, banners, postcards, posters and advertisements. Negotiate with suppliers to maximize coverage and reduce costs.
- Develop and execute visitor research surveys, focus groups and general market research, conduct analysis of research and report findings to management teams and stakeholders.
- Working with Armory staff, develop marketing partnerships, sponsorships, and collaborations with corporations, community groups, and other groups.
- Serve as liaison for graphic design, public relations, and other consultants and vendors.
Salary
To commensurate with experience. Please put your requirements on your application.
Application Process
Position is open until filled. Anticipated start date is ASAP.
Please e-mail resume and cover letter (no phone calls, please) to:
HR@armoryonpark.org
Subject Line: Marketing Coordinator Search - NYFA
Or Mail to:
Human Resources
Marketing Coordinator Search - NYFA
Park Avenue Armory
643 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10065
Park Avenue Armory is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Website: http://armoryonpark.org
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