Studio Programs Lead: Arts Education & Learning

Detroit Institute of Arts; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit is seeking a Manager, Studio Programs to lead a team of teaching-artists, program assistants, and coordinators, shaping year-round art‑making experiences aligned with the museum's mission.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, partnerships with community arts organizations, schools, and other stakeholders, and a focus on inclusive, welcoming studio spaces for diverse visitors. Occasional remote work is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in art, art history, education, or related field.
• Five years of experience in education or museum setting.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, mentor, develop and manage a team to meet department objectives.
• Create a collaborative work environment with goal setting and feedback.
• Facilitate programs and train team members on teaching philosophy and approach.
• Coordinate museum-wide programming with other departments.
• Develop partnerships with community arts organizations, schools, and others.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Public speaking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in art, art history, education, or related field

Tools

Office 365

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit is seeking a Manager, Studio Programs to lead a team of teaching-artists, program assistants, and coordinators, shaping year-round art‑making experiences aligned with the museum's mission.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, partnerships with community arts organizations, schools, and other stakeholders, and a focus on inclusive, welcoming studio spaces for diverse visitors. Occasional remote work is available.