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PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Experience developing curriculum aligned with California Arts Standards. * Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, artists, and organizational staff. * Strong classroom ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for arts administrators in the United States is $89,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $119,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Arts Administrators vs Arts Managers?

AspectArts AdministratorsArts Managers
CredentialsTypically require a bachelor's degree in arts administration, management, or related fieldsOften hold a bachelor's or master's degree in arts management, business administration, or similar
Work EnvironmentWork in arts organizations, theaters, galleries, and cultural institutionsOperate within similar settings, focusing on overseeing arts projects and operations
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by arts organizations, nonprofits, and cultural institutionsUsed interchangeably with arts administrators in many contexts, focusing on leadership and operational roles

While both Arts Administrators and Arts Managers work in arts organizations and often share similar educational backgrounds, Arts Managers tend to focus more on strategic planning, budgeting, and overseeing daily operations, whereas Arts Administrators may handle a broader range of administrative tasks. The terms are frequently used interchangeably, but understanding their specific focus can help in career planning or job searching.

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Infographic showing various Arts Administrators job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,173 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Subject Matter Expert | Professional Practice: Voice + Vision

Remote

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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$3.0K/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Subject Matter Expert | Professional Practice: Voice + Vision
Salary: $3,000 per course built
Location: Remote (USA)
Open Until Filled
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) to design and write an online course titled "Professional Practice Survey: Voice + Vision," a studio course within Fine Arts. This course introduces students to careers in Fine Arts. Students will examine the nuanced life of an artist through guest speakers, field experiences, connections with professionals, and guided research, adapted for online delivery through recorded and virtual formats. Guest speakers include working artists, arts administrators, gallery directors, small business owners, and nonprofit leaders.
Students will also explore short- and long-term goal setting, portfolio development, documenting artworks, public speaking, applying to opportunities, and defining personal success in a creative field. Upon completion of this course, students will develop a sophomore portfolio for faculty review and create actionable steps toward their individual goals. RMCAD seeks an SME to design and write the course curriculum and ensure it is prepared for launch.
Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with instructional designers and fellow faculty members to develop an engaging and innovative course within a shared timeline
  • Design and write curriculum that mentors and supports students in their creative and technical endeavors, fostering an applied and experiential online learning environment
  • Contribute to the ongoing development and expansion of our Fine Arts program
Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or higher
  • Experience in course design and development processes for online delivery
  • Proven track record of successful experiential and applied approaches to student learning
  • Experience or knowledge of fine arts education at the college level, and proficiency in using learning management systems and online teaching tools to support instruction

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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