Director of Visual & Performing Arts

Title: Director of Visual & Performing Arts

Salary Range: $55,392 - $65,000

Contract Term Length: 12 Months

Standard Hours: 37.5

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Campus Location: West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Department: Institutional Advancement

Total Rewards

West Kentucky Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks of Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

West Kentucky Community & Technical College is a five-time top ten college in the nation. The Clemens Fine Arts Center (CFAC) and Paducah School of Art and Design (PSAD) are seeking a visionary and dynamic individual to serve as the Director of Visual and Performing Arts. Paducah is designated as a UNESCO City for the Arts and this position offers an exciting opportunity to join an institution dedicated to artistic expression, cultural enrichment, and community connection.

To apply for the position of Director of Visual and Performing Arts, please submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Join us in shaping the future of the arts at West Kentucky Community & Technical College and making a meaningful impact on the cultural landscape of the West Kentucky region.

Job Duties:

Strategic Planning and Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to CFAC and PSAD, by developing and implementing strategic plans in alignment with PSAD and CFAC's mission and goals, focusing on community arts education and enrichment.

Marketing and Alternative Revenue Streams: Provide a comprehensive short term and long-term plan to increase attendance, engagement and support of the Arts and incorporate best practices of generating multiple revenue streams for CFAC and PSAD

Collaborative Partnerships and Community Relations: Cultivate and maintain collaborative partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and businesses to enhance interdisciplinary projects, joint programs, and shared cultural experience to build strong community relationships, foster collaborations, and promote the cultural vibrancy of our West Kentucky region.

Artistic Programming: In collaboration with campus stakeholders, assist in the curation and implementation a diverse range of visual and performing arts events, such as theatre productions, dance recitals, musical concerts, art exhibitions, workshops, and guest speaker series.

Community Arts Education and Outreach: Expand community arts education initiatives by developing workshop offerings, masterclasses, and other educational programs that cater to students of all ages and skill levels, while engaging in outreach efforts to promote CFAC and PSAD's mission and programs within the community.

Digital Engagement and Resource Management: Utilize digital platforms to enhance outreach and accessibility, including live streaming of performances, online workshops, virtual exhibitions, and digital marketing strategies. Work in collaboration with campus stakeholders to manage budgetary resources effectively and ensure the efficient operation of CFAC and PSAD facilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in marketing, public relations, arts administration, performing arts, visual arts, or related field.
• Proven leadership experience in arts programming, budget management, and staff supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the arts, with a track record of promoting cultural understanding and accessibility.
• Knowledge of current trends and best practices in visual and performing arts education, programming, and technology.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate a compelling vision for PSAD and CFAC and engage diverse audiences.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and a passion for fostering artistic excellence and community engagement.