Residency Studio & Grounds Manager

Tnmuseums; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site housing may be available

Job summary

The Metal Museum on Bluff Campus is seeking an Artist Residency Site & Studio Manager. This full-time role ensures campus safety, readiness, and welcoming conditions for resident artists and the public, including opening/closing gates and coordinating routine maintenance with operations staff.

You will oversee studio safety, manage supplies, communicate with residents, and provide on-site guidance to ensure smooth operations during the five-day public schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in metal studio or fabrication environment preferred.
• Experience in artist residency, community studio, or arts nonprofit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open/close Bluff Campus gates and public areas before/after hours.
• Monitor site readiness and ensure public areas are prepared for visitors.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with Facilities/Operations staff and contractors.
• Oversee safety orientation, shop oversight, and consumables management.
• Serve as on-site point of contact for resident artists and safety oversight.

Skills

Safety compliance

Organizational skills

Communication

Self-motivated

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Metal Museum on Bluff Campus is seeking an Artist Residency Site & Studio Manager. This full-time role ensures campus safety, readiness, and welcoming conditions for resident artists and the public, including opening/closing gates and coordinating routine maintenance with operations staff.

You will oversee studio safety, manage supplies, communicate with residents, and provide on-site guidance to ensure smooth operations during the five-day public schedule.