Public Programs & Creative Experiences Leader

Creative Discovery Museum; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Creative Experiences Manager to develop, deliver, and continually improve hands-on, multi-sensory programs and pop-ups across the museum, rooted in CDM's educational framework and designed to engage visitors of all ages.

You will cultivate artist and community partnerships, manage the RFP and artist contracts process, lead cross‑department collaboration, and ensure programs are safe, welcoming, and aligned with themes and holidays while

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in art education, museum programming, maker education, community arts, or related fields.
• Experience as a front-line employee in a guest-serving or education environment.
• Capacity to conduct informal research to solve problems and learn new skills.
• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in hospitality, education, Museums or a related field

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and informally evaluate a portfolio of annual/seasonal creative experiences, including Public Programs, Artist in Residence, Theme weeks, and temporary exhibit-related programming and events.
• Cultivate and manage artist and community partner relationships; manage the CDM Artist RFP process and artist contracts.
• Develop visual guides, prep systems, and supply management workflows to ensure outstanding guest and partner experiences.
• Lead/co-lead cross-departmental communication to align creative experiences with museum-wide initiatives and ensure information is published on Monday.com.
• Ensure adequate staffing and staff preparation for all events; designate a host for artists and partners; communicate with Guest Relations.
• Develop a comprehensive annual plan (timelines and budget) for public programs and Art Studio engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Facilitation

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Creative Experiences Manager to develop, deliver, and continually improve hands-on, multi-sensory programs and pop-ups across the museum, rooted in CDM's educational framework and designed to engage visitors of all ages.

You will cultivate artist and community partnerships, manage the RFP and artist contracts process, lead cross‑department collaboration, and ensure programs are safe, welcoming, and aligned with themes and holidays while