Project Manager Artist Studio

Location: Bushwick. Type: Full Time Hybrid (In-Person and Remote) flexible schedule. Salary: Competitive, based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

We are an installation and sculpture-based studio located in Bushwick, renowned for creating large-scale, multimedia projects for international exhibitions, museums, private clients, and galleries. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who thrives in a high-stress environment, excels at managing high-level clients and tight deadlines, and brings exceptional organizational skills with experience collaborating with diverse in-house and contracted teams. This hybrid role blends in-person and remote work, offering a flexible schedule averaging 30 hours per week. With strong advancement potential, this position is perfect for a proactive individual eager to support the studio’s creative vision and operational success.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Primary Contact: Act as the main point of contact for the studio, managing all communications and inquiries.
2. Communication Facilitation: Foster effective collaboration between the artist and studio fabricators.
3. Studio Meetings: Lead weekly studio meetings, track actionable items, and provide regular progress reports.
4. Record Maintenance: Develop and maintain detailed studio records, including vendor lists, artwork inventory, and supply requests.
5. Timeline Development: Create project timelines, define deliverables, establish deadlines, and proactively address potential issues.
6. Technical Proficiency: Leverage expertise in database and archive management using tools such as MacOS, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Asana, Airtable, Adobe Creative Suite, and ArtSystems.
7. Freelancer Oversight: Manage time cards for freelancers.
8. Budget Tracking: Oversee and track budgets for all projects.
9. Financial Coordination: Handle invoicing and monitor accounts receivable.

Qualifications

1. Proven experience in an artist’s studio or contemporary art gallery.
2. Demonstrated project management experience.
3. Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
4. Proficiency in MacOS, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Asana, Airtable, Adobe Creative Suite, and ArtSystems.
5. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and professionally.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects, high-level clients, and tight deadlines effectively.
7. Experience working with diverse in-house and contracted teams.

We Offer

1. Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options.
2. Hybrid work environment (in-person and remote).
3. Paid Time Off: 3 weeks PTO + sick days + legal holidays.
4. 401(k) retirement plan.
5. Competitive salary + performance-based bonus.

If you’re passionate about supporting a cutting-edge creative studio and have the skills to manage complex, large-scale projects, we’d love to hear from you!

Experience: Required
Languages: English – Advanced
Employment: Full-time
Salary: $25 – $35 hourly

About Polumbo Studio:
We are an installation and sculpture-based studio located in Bushwick, renowned for creating large-scale, multimedia projects for international exhibitions, museums, private clients, and galleries.