Manager, Corporate Art Loan Program

The Program Manager of the Corporate Art Loan Program at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum serves as the primary point of contact for all current corporate members, all business development of prospective corporate members and oversees the strategic growth of the program. This individual is responsible for maintaining and growing program revenue, artist roster and artwork collection, and fostering impact on community in line with Trustees core values.

What You Will Do

Expand client relationships, identify and follow up with potential leads, create content and outreach through cold emailing or calling and targeted networking to generate new opportunities, oversee full artwork selection cycle with clients, guide prospects and clients through established onboarding process, facilitate communication throughout entire sales cycle, maintain program website and printed collateral, and professionally represent the Trustees and deCordova in the Greater Boston corporate world.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional communicator with enthusiasm for strategic relationship development, a background in the art industry, and a track record of outstanding sales execution. Successful management experience and a strong understanding of the value of art in corporate settings are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of consultative sales and development experience, preferably in museums or galleries
• Expertise in managing a complex sales cycle from lead generation to service fulfillment with companies of various sizes
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Demonstrated planning and organizational skills to effectively manage and prioritize high volume workflow and timeline, while remaining detail oriented
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team and independently
• Familiarity and understanding of maintaining data for customer relationship management tools
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop
• Ability to learn and effectively use Artwork Archive and Airtable
• Prior art handling and installation experience preferred
• Eye for art and design
• Agile and can quickly adapt to organizational changes

Benefits

• Sick time: 15 days per year (prorated)
• Vacation time: 20 days per year (prorated)
• 12 observed holidays, 3 floating
• 401k with 5% match after 1 year of employment
• Reciprocity: Enjoy access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions for Trustees Staff, Volunteers and Interns.
• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties, discount event tickets, and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.
• Day of Wonder: Spend one workday per year to exploring a Trustees property
• Day of Service: Spend one workday per year to helping with a project at a Trustees property