Job summary
Job overview
The Manager of Art Education Center at One River School of Art + Design is responsible for managing operations and preparing for a future role as an Art Center Director, focusing on art education and leadership development.
Responsibilities and impact
Daily responsibilities include enrolling new students, providing exceptional customer service, managing operational tasks such as CRM maintenance, scheduling lessons, and attending marketing events, with a path to expand into employee and expense management.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include paid vacation days, company contribution to health coverage, a 401K plan after one year, and the opportunity to take classes for free at One River School.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in business, art history, or marketing/communications, along with 2+ years of customer service experience and strong communication skills.
Career development
The role offers a direct path to leadership positions within the organization, with training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
Work environment and culture
One River School promotes a fun, fast-paced, and collaborative work environment focused on excellence and growth in art education.
Company information
One River School is a network of art schools across six states, aiming to expand throughout the US in the next five years, providing exceptional art experiences to students of all ages.
Team overview
The candidate will work alongside a small peer group preparing for similar management roles, fostering collaboration and shared learning.
Job location and travel
The position requires flexibility to work at various locations throughout the tri-state area, with a willingness to drive up to 1.5 hours from the home base.
Unique job features
This role provides unique training on running an art-based business and opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.
Company overview
One River School of Art + Design is an innovative art education institution that offers a range of art and digital design classes for all ages. Founded in 2012 by Matt Ross, the school aims to transform art education through a unique method that combines a contemporary art gallery with hands-on art instruction. They generate revenue through tuition fees for their classes and workshops, as well as art sales from their gallery exhibitions. The school has expanded to multiple locations across the United States, emphasizing a community-centric approach to fostering creativity and artistic skills.
How to land this job
Position your resume to showcase your experience in service industry management and your educational background in the arts, emphasizing your passion for art education and leadership potential.
Highlight relevant skills such as customer service, CRM management, and operational duties, as these are key responsibilities for the Manager of Art Education Center role.
Apply through various platforms including One River School's corporate site and LinkedIn to broaden your reach and visibility for this opportunity.
Connect with current employees or those in the art education division at One River School on LinkedIn, and consider ice breakers like asking about their experiences with the leadership program or expressing your enthusiasm for their mission.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'art education', 'customer service', and 'employee management' to enhance your chances of passing initial screenings.
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