Director of Art Programming

The Director of Art Programming is a leadership role focused on developing, implementing, and overseeing Art Beyond Boundaries, a visual arts program and art gallery for artists with disabilities. The Director of Art Programming ensures the arts program aligns with the organization's mission and achieves the desired outcomes. 

Under the guidance of the host organization, Independence Alliance, the Director of Art Programming will advocate for aspiring artists with disabilities, engage diverse audiences, and develop relationships with community partners that will build a sustainable program.

The Director of Art Programming must be a visionary and strategic thinker with the creativity and innovative skills necessary to transform and expand the current program. Strategic planning, budget management, and fostering community engagement will ensure the long-term success of the program.

Independence Alliance is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides services for people with physical, sensory, cognitive, and/or psychological disabilities in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities to lead independent and inclusive lives in the community. Art Beyond Boundaries, a program of Independence Alliance, currently operates an established art gallery where artists with disabilities can display, market, and sell their artwork.

Key Responsibilities

Program Operations: Managing daily operations encompassing administrative, logistical, and programmatic functions to ensure the program effectively achieves its goals and positively impacts its participants and the community. 

Public Relations and Marketing: Building relationships with artists, and the public, through communications and social media. 

Financial Management: Protecting the financial resources of the program and gallery through budgeting, fundraising, and managing expenses to ensure the program's overall financial health and sustainability. 

Resource Development: Collaborating with the Director of Advancement to prepare grant proposals, sponsorship opportunities, and membership campaigns. Building and maintaining relationships with donors and other stakeholders. 

Data Management: Ensuring that accurate consumer data is collected and accessible for analysis leading to program evaluation and improved strategic outcomes.

Building Disability Awareness: Increase the awareness of artists with disabilities by displaying their talent, challenging misconceptions, and advocating for greater inclusion and accessibility within the arts.

Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing the program’s artistic vision and long-term goals. 

Compliance: Ensuring the program is fully accessible to people with disabilities and adheres to legal and ethical standards

Curating and Exhibitions: Developing and organizing exhibitions featuring artists with disabilities.

Educational Programs: Developing and executing educational programs related to exhibitions and art appreciation. 

Monitoring and Evaluation: Assessing the success of the programs, exhibitions and other events and adjusting as needed to measure the effectiveness of the program and overall impact of the gallery.

The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

BFA, or BA in graphic design, visual communications, or fine arts and/or five years of experience working in visual arts.

Passion to assist people with disabilities to achieve their goals.

Experience in managing and developing educational programs.

Experience with art gallery operations

Familiar with the area arts associations

Experience with Microsoft programs and data management systems

Knowledge of the Independent Living Philosophy

Effective communication skills and time management

Professional appearance and demeanor

Must be available to work occasional weekends/evenings.

Valid driver’s license and car insurance with reliable personal transportation required.

Compensation:

Salary commensurate with education and experience. This position provides a generous compensation package including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off.