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How much do arts manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for arts manager in Raleigh, NC is $59,635.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,800.00 and $67,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an arts manager?

Arts Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the administration of arts organizations, such as theaters, museums, galleries, and music companies. They handle tasks like budgeting, fundraising, marketing, event planning, and staff management to ensure the smooth operation and financial stability of the organization. Arts Managers often act as a bridge between the creative and business sides, enabling artists and performers to focus on their work while ensuring organizational goals are met. Their role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an arts manager?

To thrive as an Arts Manager, you need a solid background in arts administration, project management, and budgeting, often backed by a relevant degree or experience in arts management. Familiarity with tools like CRM systems, event management software, and grant application platforms is typically required. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills help build relationships with artists, stakeholders, and audiences. These skills are vital for successfully coordinating projects, securing funding, and ensuring the smooth operation of arts organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by arts managers when coordinating multidisciplinary projects?

Arts Managers often navigate the complexities of bringing together artists, technicians, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to realize multidisciplinary projects. Typical challenges include balancing creative visions with budget constraints, aligning schedules across multiple teams, and ensuring effective communication between parties with differing priorities. Successful Arts Managers are adept at problem-solving, fostering collaboration, and adapting plans quickly to address unforeseen issues, all while maintaining a supportive environment that encourages artistic innovation.

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Infographic showing various Arts Manager job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,635 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Cultural Arts Manager (Parks & Recreation Superintendent)

Town of Garner

Garner, NC • On-site

$79K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee the operations of the Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC).

  • Develop, implement, and support arts-centered programs, events, and partnerships within the community.

  • Supervise staff, including recruiting, training, and evaluating team members involved in arts and cultural programs.

Job description

The Town of Garner is searching for an experienced performing arts administrator to serve as the Cultural Arts Manager in the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department. This position will manage and grow the Town's arts and cultural programs and partnerships focusing on the 471-seat Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC). The position performs professional, managerial, and administrative work managing the GPAC and planning, designing, and implementing arts-centered programs and events. Reflecting GPAC’s operations, the work schedule for this position will include frequent evening and weekend hours aligned with the venue’s schedule of presenting events and rental events by local groups. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, experience managing a performing arts venue and arts and cultural programs, business acumen, and a strong interest in collaborating with and serving the community. This position reports to the department director and supervises the Performing Arts Center Technical Supervisor.

Garner, North Carolina-the Triangle's All-America City-is an idyllic town of over 40,000 residents in the heart of Wake County, one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. Despite all the growth experienced in the past decade, Garner has retained its hometown charm and strong sense of community. Just minutes from downtown Raleigh, Garner residents have easy access to one of the nation's premier metropolitan areas, yet they also reap the benefits of a community with competitively priced housing, outstanding parks and trails, and numerous cultural, educational and entertainment venues. Recent public and private investment in Garner's historic downtown-including the Town's investment in a new $9 million recreation center-have made it a growing hub of recreation, entertainment, and entrepreneurialism.

Founded in 1967, the Garner Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). The department provides an impressive array of recreational programming for people of all ages.

White Deer Park and neighboring Lake Benson Park-located in the heart of Garner near or adjacent to numerous neighborhoods-have 160 acres of open space and several miles of paved and unpaved trails. White Deer Park's LEED Gold-certified Nature Center offers educational programming year-round for kids and adults. The Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC) is located in the Historic District of Downtown Garner in the historic Garner High School building. The 471-seat auditorium is home GPAC's "It's Showtime" a curated series that brings eight regional and national touring artists throughout the year. GPAC also hosts events by regional cultural groups including Towne Players of Garner, the Neuse River Band, local dance studios, and others. The venue's lobby features rotating visual arts exhibitions of local artists.



Examples of Duties:

  • Leadership & Staff Supervision: Lead and guide staff in the delivery of arts and cultural programs. Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the full- and part-time staff assigned to their area.
  • Programming, Events & Rentals: As the department subject matter expert, manages the Town's arts and cultural programming, developing and implementing programs that address the interests and needs of the community, and supporting local partners in the delivery of performing arts programs.
  • Operations & Budget: Administers and monitors the approved operating budget for assigned areas; Identifies grants and other opportunities to enhance programs and services.
  • Planning & Evaluation: Participates in the implementation of the Town's Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Comprehensive Plan, PRCR Strategic Plan, and CAPRA Accreditation, developing and monitoring objectives and strategies to achieve short- and long-range arts and cultural goals.
  • Community Relations & Customer Service: Maintains working relationships with existing community and program partners and participates in community outreach and special Town events.


Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must:

  • Have an Associate's Degree in Business Administration or related field and at least 5 years' experience in recreational or cultural facility management and operations experience

OR

  • Have a Bachelor's Degree in Arts or Recreation Administration, Business or Public Administration, or related field and at least 3 years' experience in recreational or cultural facility management and operations experience
  • At least 3 years of supervisory experience.
  • Experience developing and implementing arts and cultural programs.
  • A driver's license valid in North Carolina with good driving history.
  • CPR and first aid certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • Flexibility to work frequent evening and weekend hours to manage or support the performing arts events at the venue.

Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Venue Professional (CVP) designation is highly desirable.


A Master's Degree in Arts Management, Business Administration or related field is also desirable.

Additional Information:

The salary range shown is the hiring range. The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills and qualifications.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete the application form as well as upload a current resume and cover letter no later than September 18, 2026. Application reviews begin immediately.

Initial interviews may be conducted before the application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employer