For the full job description and to apply, please visit 516arts.org and submit your resume cover letter via the submittable link on the Join Our Team page.

About us:

Established in 2006, 516 Arts is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico that celebrates thought-provoking art in the here and now. At the core of its mission, 516 Arts seeks to connect a diversity of contemporary artists and audiences through exhibitions and public programs that feature local, national, and international artists. 516 Arts prioritizes creative experimentation to delve into timely and pressing themes such as the intersection of Latinx and Indigenous histories in New Mexico and beyond, climate change, migration, and social, economic, and environmental justice.

As 516 ARTS continues to evolve, it remains deeply rooted in the New Mexico arts community, guided by the vision of creating a space where the arts flourish, ideas take flight, and diverse voices are celebrated.

Position Summary:

516 ARTS seeks an Executive Director that is a creative leader committed to the cultural exploration of topics of current relevance through contemporary art and the engagement of artists and audiences of diverse backgrounds and heritage. The ideal candidate models experimentation and collaboration, and has proven leadership, financial, and relationship management experience with skill in implementing exhibitions and programs.

The next Executive Director will work with the Board of Directors to develop a vision that achieves the core mission 516 Arts; will lead innovative and interdisciplinary visual art and its intersections with other disciplines such as science and technology; build audiences for the arts in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the broader region; and, continue the initiative to expand and develop its physical space.

For the full job description and to apply, please visit 516arts.org and submit your resume cover letter via the submittable link on the Join Our Team page.

For best alignment with this position, the ideal candidate must have:

• Demonstrated success in a leadership role of an arts organization (3 years).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and achieve fundraising goals, including successful grant-writing experience.
• Past success working with a Board of Directors and committees with the ability to cultivate existing board member relationships;
• Demonstrated experience in the conception and implementation of artistic exhibitions and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and steward strategic and meaningful partnerships maintain collaborations and partnerships.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organization and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and a capacity to communicate those priorities to stakeholders.
• Strong time management and staff development skills.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills with the ability to be an articulate, passionate, and effective spokesperson for the organization and its goals.
• Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
• Excellent leadership in demonstrating core values of experimentation, excellence, and engagement.
• Proficient in remaining current on trends/topics in national and international contemporary and emerging art, and in global and local trends and issues.
• Unwavering commitment to quality programs and dispassionate program evaluation
• Enthusiastic and open approach to envisioning the future of 516 Arts, with a balanced approach to the organization’s history.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Ability to develop people and be a beacon of support in the creative communities of Albuquerque.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Albuquerque, NM 87102: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person