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Art Center, Director

Phillips, WI

$119K - $125K/yr

Job Title Art Center, Director Department Art Department Worker Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Pay ... Miami University Values Statement Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe ...

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Oxford, OH

$114K - $120K/yr

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How much do community art center jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for community art center in the United States is $69,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community Art Center Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Art Center Director, you need experience in arts administration, project management, and a background in visual or performing arts, often supported by a degree in arts management or a related field. Familiarity with budgeting software, donor management systems, and event planning tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to engage diverse community members set exceptional leaders apart. These skills are vital for fostering an inclusive, vibrant arts environment and ensuring the center’s sustainability and community impact.

What is a Community Art Center?

A Community Art Center is a dedicated space where people of all ages and backgrounds can engage in artistic activities, such as painting, sculpture, music, theater, and more. These centers aim to make the arts accessible to everyone by offering classes, workshops, exhibitions, and community events. They often serve as cultural hubs, fostering creativity, education, and social connections within the community. Community Art Centers may be run by nonprofit organizations, local governments, or independent groups, and often collaborate with local artists and schools.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working at a Community Art Center?

Staff at a Community Art Center often encounter challenges such as balancing limited budgets while delivering diverse and high-quality programs, engaging a wide range of community members, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Additionally, team members frequently collaborate with artists, educators, and local organizations to coordinate events, which requires strong communication and organizational skills. Despite these challenges, working in this environment offers the reward of fostering creativity and making a meaningful impact in the community.

What is the difference between Community Art Center vs Community Arts Program Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Art CenterCommunity Arts Program Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in arts, community development, or related fieldRequires similar educational background, often with experience in arts administration
Work EnvironmentPublic venues focused on arts exhibitions, workshops, and community engagementOffice and community settings coordinating arts programs and events
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, local government, arts organizationsNonprofits, cultural institutions, community centers
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in community arts spacesLooking for arts program management positions

The Community Art Center serves as a venue for arts exhibitions and community engagement, while the Community Arts Program Coordinator manages and organizes arts programs within such centers. Both roles often require similar educational backgrounds and work in related environments, but their focus differs: one on providing space and resources, the other on program execution and coordination.

More about Community Art Center jobs
What states have the most Community Art Center jobs? States with the most job openings for Community Art Center jobs include:
Infographic showing various Community Art Center job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,553 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

$119K - $125K/yr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Job Title

Art Center, Director

Department

Art Department

Worker Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Hourly

Benefit Eligible

No

Job Description Summary

Art Center Director to manage all aspects of the Art Center to ensure successful operation of the programs including the analysis of course offerings, the creation of class schedules, the coordination of classes and instructors, enrollment management, and the maintenance of labs and materials.

Job Description

Art Center Director to manage all aspects of the Art Center to ensure successful operation of the programs including the analysis of course offerings, the creation of class schedules, the coordination of classes and instructors, enrollment management, and the maintenance of labs and materials.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Find, hire, train, and supervise instructors for 1,600 course credit hours per year with over 1,100 students taking courses through the Art Center at Miami University.
  • Maintain the Art Center enrollment management and marketing.
  • Maintain and organize class schedules and implement new programming based on needs of the Art Center.
  • Create and manage two separate budgets between Art Center lab supplies and daily operations.
  • Maintain facilities and equipment for the ceramics, glass, metals, photography, drawing, sewing and 3D printing labs in the Art Center.
  • Hire and train lab monitors for 42 open lab hours per week.
  • Facilitate and maintain positive relations and a positive learning experience for the students and instructors of the Art Center and CraftSummer.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor degree in a relevant field with 3 years of tested experience.


Consideration may be given to candidates with knowledge in business/entrepreneurial skills (marketing, management, and/or arts business knowledge); excellent communication and collaboration skills; budget management skills; self-starter; ability to analyze enrollment and membership trends; knowledge to maintain equipment and condition of facilities.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Resume/CV, cover letter.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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