Director, Art & Ideas Experiences

Cultural Signal; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discretionary bonus

Competitive benefits package

Zusammenfassung

Sotheby’s in New York seeks a Director, Programming — Art & Ideas to join the Special Projects team. You will develop and execute cultural programs across art and ideas, collaborating with artists and partners to deliver distinctive experiences at the highest level.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of contemporary art, and excellent project management. Travel and flexible hours may be required; a discretionary bonus and competitive benefits are

Qualifikationen

• 8–10 years of experience in cultural programming or related field.
• Experience in arts institutions, museums, foundations, or cultural organizations.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary art and culture across disciplines.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Experience working with artists, talent and senior external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute cultural programming and special projects with the Head of Experiences.
• Own end-to-end cultural programs from concept to delivery and evaluation.
• Translate programming concepts into actionable plans.
• Identify artists, speakers, and collaborators across disciplines.
• Manage relationships with artists, talent, advisors, partners and other external stakeholders.
• Produce a range of programming formats including conversations, performances, and private gatherings.
• Lead programming around key moments in the international cultural calendar and across Sotheby’s global markets.
• Coordinate advisory groups and external collaborators as required.
• Serve as a key point of coordination between internal teams, external partners and production colleagues.
• Partner with Events and Production teams to ensure programs meet high standards.
• Manage external vendors and consultants where appropriate.
• Maintain an active pipeline of prospective artists and opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with Editorial, Brand, Communications and regional teams.
• Own program budgets, timelines and delivery standards; ensure discretion and consistency.

Kenntnisse

Cultural knowledge

Project management

Stakeholder management

Willingness to travel

Jobbeschreibung

Sotheby’s in New York seeks a Director, Programming — Art & Ideas to join the Special Projects team. You will develop and execute cultural programs across art and ideas, collaborating with artists and partners to deliver distinctive experiences at the highest level.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of contemporary art, and excellent project management. Travel and flexible hours may be required; a discretionary bonus and competitive benefits are