Executive Director

Seeking a full-time Executive Director for Webster Arts, a 501(c)(3)3c arts organization, serving Webster Groves, Missouri, and the surrounding region for the past 28 years.

The Executive Director is responsible for and has oversight of all functions of Webster Arts and reports to the Board of Directors.

Candidates should have strong organizational and leadership skills, at least 3 years of experience in arts administration, and a willingness to represent the organization in and to the broader community.

The Executive Director will work closely with the board and its committees on the development and execution of the Webster Arts strategic plan, annual budget, fundraising, grant writing, donor relations, marketing, and a wide variety of programs and exhibitions. Responsibilities include (with the assistance of a full-time assistant) management of a full-time marketing/programs manager, day-to-day administrative functions, management of the gallery and off-site exhibits, and attendance at events.

With the art fair committee, the Executive Director will manage and execute all aspects of the Webster Arts Fair, the annual arts festival presented by Webster Arts, which attracts artists from around the country and attendees from throughout the community and is the organization’s largest fundraising activity.

Salary commensurate with experience and skills.

Development, Fund Raising, Grant Management

• Conduct research on, and seek and apply for grants from, individuals, foundations, corporations, organizations and government grant programs in support of the mission of Webster Arts
• Collaborate with the Development Committee to plan and manage fundraising, gift giving, and donor development

• Propose new programs to meet the organization mission, plan and implement new programs approved by the committee and board
• Manage all aspects of the Webster Art Fair, the annual arts festival presented by Webster Arts
• Manage all other programs and projects sponsored by Webster Arts
• Recruit, train and coordinate volunteers for all programs and projects

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential arts partners, including Board of Directors, vendors, volunteers, grant makers, donors and sponsors
• Oversee all communication efforts including publicity, marketing, donor communications and relations, and website including media communications and representing the organizations in interviews
• Write, design and distribute monthly newsletter
• Manage outreach efforts
• Coordinate and produce Art Annual

• Manage day-to-day operations including:
  • Maintain and staff the office, routine purchases, attend board and committee meetings
  • Manage all Webster Arts contracts
  • Hire (with Board input), and supervise part time and full time employees and contractors
  • Ensure all records are maintained and accessible
  • Engage artists for various exhibitions, and programs
  • Fiscal oversight within approved budget
  • Maintain all aspects of the organization’s finances

• Manage entire Art Gallery and off site exhibit operations
• Research, qualify and recruit judges
• Develop and maintain extensive gallery calendar

• Leadership, organizational, planning abilities
• Project and event management
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the arts
• Ability to interact and network with a variety of persons – artists, donors, board members, government officials, community leaders, grant makers, arts leaders, and the media
• Computer and technical skills including Excel, Word, Google Drive, social media platforms
• Detail oriented with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree (Masters preferable) in art, art history, or arts management
• Previous experience in a non-for-profit setting
• Previous experience at an arts organization
• Grant writing
• Understanding of fund raising practices and principles
• Ability to work independently and as the leader of a team
• Team management and communication experience
• Previous donor/prospect research experience preferred