[can-jobs] Vacancy - Business Development Manager

KickArts Business Development Manager

KickArts is seeking to fill this new position that will support KickArts
latest venture the new KickArts Printmaking Studio.  This is a great
opportunity to work with some of Australia¹s leading contemporary artists
whilst living in Tropical North Queensland.

The Business Development Manager will also work closely with the Director in
the establishment, development and delivery of a new business unit the
KickArts Centre of Excellence in Printmaking.
 
The Business Development Manager is responsible for:
2.1.         KickArts Printmaking Studio Set Up & Ongoing Management
·       Developing an operational manual for the new KickArts Printmaking
Studio.
·       Developing a business and marketing plan for the new studio.
·       Developing and maintaining the retail features of an on line sales
website 
·       Developing a stock control system for all editions managed by
KickArts including storage, recording and dispatch of prints to clients.
·       Providing effective project management across KickArts Printmaking
Studio activities.
·       Ensuring that full and accurate records are maintained including
stock records, print sales and artist payments.
·       Preparing artists¹ agreements and commissioning documents.
·       Providing welcoming and professional customer service.
·       Maintaining accurate database records for all clients and
stakeholders.
·       The technical and building maintenance, structural matters and
Operational Safety and Health (OSH) issues of areas of the KickArts
Printmaking Studio.
·       Contributing to research for projects, the development, and
implementation of Strategic, Business and Operational Plans
·       Managing and maintaining the online sales site.
 
2.2.         Education & Professional Development
·       Coordinate all educational and professional development programs
·       Liaise with educational institutions on collaborative programs
·       Coordinate the Artist in Residence program.
 
2.3.         Exhibitions, Loans and Leasing
·       Developing creative programs with curatorial staff for in house
exhibitions and touring exhibitions.
·       Prepare works for outgoing exhibitions including mounting and
framing if required, organising freight arrangements, preparing tour and
condition reports and confirming insurance arrangements.
·       Coordinate the loan of works from the collection for touring
exhibitions and leasing.
 
2.4.         Marketing, Promotion & Fundraising
·       Initiating, developing and overseeing specific events, publications,
talks and other public and educational programs and developing new and
creative ways of involving new audiences with our program.
·       Providing written and spoken project briefs with sufficient
lead-time for Sponsorship and Marketing project development.
·       Assisting in the preparation of funding proposals and contribute to
the development of fundraising campaigns for specific programs.
·       Undertaking public speaking on KickArts exhibitions to media,
corporate sponsors, private patrons, art students, KickArts Patrons and
Members, visitors and the general public.
·       Liaising with key cultural organisations, commercial galleries,
artists and curators and keeping informed about contemporary art practice.
Working with a range of regional, remote and national based organisations -
some travel will be essential.
 
2.5.         KickArts Collection
·       Archiving works for the KickArts Collection including documentation
records, photographic records, cataloguing, insurance, loans, research
inquiries and copyright documentation.
 
2.6.         Accountability
·       Ensuring all staff have sufficient training and are well-informed of
due process during development and implementation all new program delivery
areas. 
·       Ensuring appropriate documentation, reporting and evaluation of all
projects including timely advice to the Director of matters of importance.
 
2.7.         Authority
·        Assisting in the development of operating budgets and monitoring
and revising budgets as required.
·        Supervising and mentoring artists and staff.
·        Working autonomously or as a team member on a day-to-day
operational and project basis.
·        Make recommendations for the preservation and archiving of prints.
 
2.8.         Generally
·       Being organised and flexible in order to manage ongoing projects and
competing deadlines, for routine tasks as well as special activities.
·       Carrying out other duties within their skill range as determined by
the Director.
 
3.            Selection Criteria
Skills and Experience Required
·       A demonstrated commitment to the presentation and promotion of
contemporary art including professional integrity and an understanding of
the many ways in which contemporary culture can add value to an overall
community experience.
·       A demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise your workload with
attention to detail, deliver to deadlines and the financial management and
preparation of annual and individual project budgets, including
presentation, interpretation and analysis of monthly financial reports.
·       A demonstrated minimum of 3 years business management experience
within a contemporary cultural organisation and/or tertiary qualifications
in visual art or fine art/art history or Indigenous art, that includes
working with remote indigenous artists and urban contemporary artists and
experience with a contemporary art collection through exhibition and
acquisition.
·       Experience in stock management and handling of works of art
including storage and display.
·       Experience in maintaining a website, particularly e-commerce
applications.
·       Demonstrated experience in customer service and dealing with the
public.
·       A demonstrated competency with computer hardware and software
especially Microsoft Office Suite and FileMaker Pro 9.
·       Demonstrated exemplary management communication skills, visual,
written and verbal, including public presentation skills, with the ability
to prepare and present reports, proposals and supervise and motivate staff.
·       Knowledge of Australian fine art printmaking industry and of the
various printmaking techniques, materials and practices, as well as an
understanding of the conservation requirement for the storage, handling and
display of works on paper.
·       A demonstrated ability to work with the corporate and private
business sector to generate relationships that lead to sponsorship,
philanthropy and partnerships.
·       Evidence of being a visionary leader and providing support and
motivation to artists, other staff and supporters of the organisation, with
the ability to develop and foster sustainable high-level contacts and
develop long-term industry partners and relationships with artists,
individuals and galleries, nationally and internationally.
·       Demonstrated ability to work closely with a Board Of Directors and
to participate in and provide guidance on strategic planning issues
appropriate to the organisation.
·       Previous experience in writing grants and success in seeking
sponsorship.
·       Experience in working with all levels of government and the
corporate and private sectors for revenue support.
·       Tertiary qualifications in any of the following fields are highly
desirable: Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Art History, Arts Management, Business
Management, Marketing.
·       Current driver¹s licence is required.
 
 
4.         Key Relationships
·               Reports to the KickArts Director
·               Internal liaisons ­ KickArts Board Of Directors, other
KickArts staff, Artists, support staff, volunteers and other Centre of
Contemporary Arts tenants
·               External liaisons ­ patrons to the galleries, program
participants, all three levels of government officers, industry and business
associates, James Cook University and the Tropical North Queensland
Institute of TAFE.
 
5.         Terms of Employment
 
Accountable to the Director for duties associated with KickArts and general
performance of duties.  Overall accountability is to the KickArts Board of
Directors.
 
Employment Conditions
The position is a full time position.  The appointee is subject to the
satisfactory completion of a 6-month probation period.  The terms and
conditions of employment will be outlined in the KickArts Contract of
Employment.  The successful applicant will be one experienced in all areas
of business development and who is able to support the management of a new
stage of development for KickArts and who is committed to supporting and
promoting local and regional artists both within Australia and overseas.  In
addition to exemplary communication and office management skills, the
successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in working with a
variety of established and emerging artists and will understand and
articulate the vision of the organisation at all levels of the community and
government.
 
Terms Of The Position
Position:                       Full time 38 hours per week with a 1 hour
rest period, 8.30am to 5pm five days per week, with some rostering over
weekends in support of the program generally
Responsible To: Director
Salary:                          $50,000 to 60,000 in line with current
experience, plus standard superannuation
 
Leave
·              4 weeks annual leave
·              10 days sick leave
·              Public holidays independent of annual leave
·              Eight weeks notice required.

 
 
6.         Selection Criteria
The selection will be made against section 3. Selection Criteria - Skills
and Experience Required.
Please provide written examples of your experience against this list that
clearly articulates your ability and experience.
Please include:
o     Your written response to the Selection Criteria
o     Curriculum Vitae
o     Three Referees including their day time phone number and relationship
to you.
 
KickArts must receive applications by 5pm Monday 29 April 2008, emailed to
linda at kickarts.org.au
All applicants will be notified on the success of their application.


Kind Regards,

Linda Stuart
Administration Manager

KickArts Contemporary Arts Ltd
96 Abbott Street CAIRNS QLD 4870
PO Box 6090 CAIRNS QLD 4870

Telephone: +61 7 4050 9402
Facsimile: +61 7 4050 9499

E-mail: Linda at kickarts.org.au
http://www.kickarts.org.au