Art Careers & Alumni Programs Coordinator

Socket.dev; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Sotheby's Institute of Art seeks a Careers and Alumni Coordinator to support Career Services in delivering programming and engagement with employers and alumni. The role focuses on coordinating events, communicating with students and partners, and ensuring seamless career services programs across art and creative industries.

The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive professional with strong communication and project management skills, and an interest in arts and luxury sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-5 years of experience in event planning, higher education administration, communications, employer relations, or a related field.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM/database systems.
• Experience coordinating events and working with external stakeholders preferred.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for career fairs, information sessions, networking events, and workshops.
• Manage timelines, registrations, room bookings, catering, audiovisual needs, and day-of-event operations.
• Serve as primary contact for employers and alumni at Career Services events.
• Prepare run-of-show materials, name badges, signage, presentations, and post-event communications.
• Track attendance and report event metrics and feedback.

Skills

Project management

Event coordination

Written communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

CRM/database systems

Job description

Sotheby's Institute of Art seeks a Careers and Alumni Coordinator to support Career Services in delivering programming and engagement with employers and alumni. The role focuses on coordinating events, communicating with students and partners, and ensuring seamless career services programs across art and creative industries.

The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive professional with strong communication and project management skills, and an interest in arts and luxury sectors.