Gallery Director
Photographic Society of America
Oklahoma City, OK, USA
6 days ago
Full-time Onsite
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Purpose of the Role

 

The Gallery Director oversees the management and creative direction of the Greene Gallery at Photographic Society of America ensuring it serves as a vibrant and engaging space for artists, collectors, and visitors. This role focuses on curating exhibitions, planning events, managing budgets, and promoting the gallery through strategic marketing and public relations efforts. The Gallery Director also fosters relationships within the art community to enhance educational and cultural engagement.  The Gallery director reports directly to the PSA Office Manager.

 

Primary Responsibilities

 

              1.           Curating and Exhibition Planning

              •            Select and curate artwork to create cohesive and impactful exhibitions.

              •            Develop and implement exhibition schedules that align with the gallery’s vision and PSA’s goals.

              2.           Marketing and Promotion

  • Design and execute marketing strategies to increase the gallery’s visibility and audience engagement.
  • Leverage social media, email campaigns, and other marketing channels to promote exhibitions and events.

              3.           Budget Management

  • An annual budget will be submitted to the Office Manager for Board approval.   Annual budgets are due in the month of February.
  • Develop and oversee the gallery’s budget to ensure financial sustainability.
  • Monitor expenditures and allocate resources efficiently to support gallery operations.
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              4.           Networking and Relationship Building

  • Build and maintain connections with artists, collectors, and the public to foster community engagement.
  • Represent the gallery at networking events and within the broader art community.

              5.           Programming and Events

  • Plan and host events, workshops, and educational programs to enrich the visitor experience.
  • Develop programming that appeals to diverse audiences and supports the gallery’s mission.

              6.           Public Relations

  • Coordinate press releases, announcements, and signage to enhance public awareness of gallery activities.
  • Serve as the gallery’s primary point of contact for media outlets and stakeholders.

              7.           Policy Development

  • Establish and implement policies for gallery operations, ensuring alignment with PSA’s organizational goals and standards.

 

The Gallery Manager oversees the management and creative direction of the Greene Gallery at Photographic Society of America ensuring it serves as a vibrant and engaging space for artists, collectors, and visitors. This role focuses on curating exhibitions, planning events, managing budgets, and promoting the gallery through strategic marketing and public relations efforts. The Gallery Director also fosters relationships within the art community to enhance educational and cultural engagement.

 

Primary Responsibilities

 

1. Curating and Exhibition Planning

• Select and curate artwork to create cohesive and impactful exhibitions.

• Develop and implement exhibition schedules that align with the gallery’s vision and PSA’s goals.

2. Marketing and Promotion

• Design and execute marketing strategies to increase the gallery’s visibility and audience engagement.

• Leverage social media, email campaigns, and other marketing channels to promote exhibitions and events.

3. Budget Management

• An annual budget will be submitted to the Office Manager for Board approval. Annual budgets are due in the month of February.

• Develop and oversee the gallery’s budget to ensure financial sustainability.

• Monitor expenditures and allocate resources efficiently to support gallery operations.

4. Networking and Relationship Building

• Build and maintain connections with artists, collectors, and the public to foster community engagement.

• Represent the gallery at networking events and within the broader art community.

5. Programming and Events

• Plan and host events, workshops, and educational programs to enrich the visitor experience.

• Develop programming that appeals to diverse audiences and supports the gallery’s mission.

6. Public Relations

• Coordinate press releases, announcements, and signage to enhance public awareness of gallery activities.

• Serve as the gallery’s primary point of contact for media outlets and stakeholders.

7. Policy Development

• Establish and implement policies for gallery operations, ensuring alignment with PSA’s organizational goals and standards.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience in gallery management, curating, or a similar role.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Proficiency in marketing and public relations, including social media platforms.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Budget management experience and attention to detail.

• Passion for art and fostering community engagement.

 

Key Expectations

 

  • Lead the gallery’s artistic direction and ensure high-quality exhibitions and programs.
  • Build lasting relationships within the art community to strengthen PSA’s presence and reputation.
  • Ensure the gallery operates efficiently, remains financially sustainable, and serves as a valuable cultural resource.