CENTER FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS DBA Arts Bonita
Director Art Bonita School of the Arts
CENTER FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS DBA Arts Bonita, Bonita Springs, Florida, United States, 33923
Arts Bonita School of the Arts
Arts Bonita School of the Arts is celebrated as one of the premier art schools in the region, offering an impressive array of disciplines that cater to a wide spectrum of artistic interests and skill levels. Our comprehensive programs include courses in stone carving, metalwork, atelier techniques, clay, drawing, painting, jewelry making, photography, and so much more.
With over 25 years of extensive growth and dedication to the arts, our school serves both professional artists and hobbyists, providing a nurturing environment for creativity and skill development. Our commitment to excellence ensures that students receive top-notch instruction and ample opportunities to explore their artistic passions.
In addition to our renowned visual arts programs, the school is expanding its reach with a robust performing arts division on our Performing Arts Campus. This exciting expansion features a brand-new dance studio and two theaters, offering a dynamic range of classes for both adults and children. Our performing arts program includes dance, theater, visual arts, photography, film, and more, fostering a vibrant community of artists and performers.
Director of Arts Bonita School of the Arts
Position Summary:
The Director of Arts Bonita School of the Arts is a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s visual and performing arts programs. This role involves working closely with department heads to identify and develop class offerings, writing class descriptions, creating class schedules, ensuring proper setup and breakdown of classes, and organizing master workshops across all disciplines. The Director will play a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of the school, fostering a vibrant arts community, and expanding the school’s reach and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Development:
Collaborate with department heads to identify new class offerings in various disciplines, including stone carving, metalwork, clay, drawing, painting, jewelry making, photography, dance, theater, and film.
Work with instructors to create detailed and engaging class descriptions to attract and inform prospective students.
Create and manage class schedules, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive curriculum.
Operational Management:
Oversee the setup and breakdown of classrooms, studios, and performance spaces to ensure a conducive learning environment.
Coordinate with facilities staff to maintain and improve physical spaces and resources.
Workshop Organization:
Plan and organize master workshops in all disciplines, inviting renowned artists and experts to provide advanced learning opportunities.
Work with marketing and communications teams to promote workshops and attract participants.
Community Engagement:
Foster relationships with local artists, educators, and community organizations to enhance the school’s programs and visibility.
Develop and implement strategies to increase enrollment and participation in all classes and workshops.
Develop relationships with gated communities, schools, and organizations to offer educational programs throughout the region.
Work with the Executive Director to develop educational outreach programs for local schools, integrating educational curriculum into year-long arts programs.
Budgeting and Financial Management:
Prepare and manage budgets for classes, workshops, and other programs, ensuring financial sustainability and effective use of resources.
Monitor expenses and revenues, providing regular financial reports to the Executive Director, the Finance Director and board of directors.
Seek and secure funding opportunities, including grants and sponsorships, to support program development and expansion.
Devise strategies to increase the earned revenue from education and community engagement programming to ensure a balanced portfolio of sources for sustainability.
Strategic Planning:
Develop strategic and operational plans to guide the growth and development of the school’s programs.
Ensure alignment of the school’s goals with the overall mission and vision of Arts Bonita.
Administrative Duties:
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed to meet the needs of students and the community.
Report to the Executive Director on program developments, challenges, and successes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Proven experience in arts education, program management, and community engagement
Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in budgeting and financial management
Passion for the arts and commitment to fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment
Positive, can-do attitude; team player, visionary, self-driven, and able to think outside the box
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Arts Bonita School of the Arts is celebrated as one of the premier art schools in the region, offering an impressive array of disciplines that cater to a wide spectrum of artistic interests and skill levels. Our comprehensive programs include courses in stone carving, metalwork, atelier techniques, clay, drawing, painting, jewelry making, photography, and so much more.
With over 25 years of extensive growth and dedication to the arts, our school serves both professional artists and hobbyists, providing a nurturing environment for creativity and skill development. Our commitment to excellence ensures that students receive top-notch instruction and ample opportunities to explore their artistic passions.
In addition to our renowned visual arts programs, the school is expanding its reach with a robust performing arts division on our Performing Arts Campus. This exciting expansion features a brand-new dance studio and two theaters, offering a dynamic range of classes for both adults and children. Our performing arts program includes dance, theater, visual arts, photography, film, and more, fostering a vibrant community of artists and performers.
Director of Arts Bonita School of the Arts
Position Summary:
The Director of Arts Bonita School of the Arts is a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s visual and performing arts programs. This role involves working closely with department heads to identify and develop class offerings, writing class descriptions, creating class schedules, ensuring proper setup and breakdown of classes, and organizing master workshops across all disciplines. The Director will play a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of the school, fostering a vibrant arts community, and expanding the school’s reach and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Development:
Collaborate with department heads to identify new class offerings in various disciplines, including stone carving, metalwork, clay, drawing, painting, jewelry making, photography, dance, theater, and film.
Work with instructors to create detailed and engaging class descriptions to attract and inform prospective students.
Create and manage class schedules, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive curriculum.
Operational Management:
Oversee the setup and breakdown of classrooms, studios, and performance spaces to ensure a conducive learning environment.
Coordinate with facilities staff to maintain and improve physical spaces and resources.
Workshop Organization:
Plan and organize master workshops in all disciplines, inviting renowned artists and experts to provide advanced learning opportunities.
Work with marketing and communications teams to promote workshops and attract participants.
Community Engagement:
Foster relationships with local artists, educators, and community organizations to enhance the school’s programs and visibility.
Develop and implement strategies to increase enrollment and participation in all classes and workshops.
Develop relationships with gated communities, schools, and organizations to offer educational programs throughout the region.
Work with the Executive Director to develop educational outreach programs for local schools, integrating educational curriculum into year-long arts programs.
Budgeting and Financial Management:
Prepare and manage budgets for classes, workshops, and other programs, ensuring financial sustainability and effective use of resources.
Monitor expenses and revenues, providing regular financial reports to the Executive Director, the Finance Director and board of directors.
Seek and secure funding opportunities, including grants and sponsorships, to support program development and expansion.
Devise strategies to increase the earned revenue from education and community engagement programming to ensure a balanced portfolio of sources for sustainability.
Strategic Planning:
Develop strategic and operational plans to guide the growth and development of the school’s programs.
Ensure alignment of the school’s goals with the overall mission and vision of Arts Bonita.
Administrative Duties:
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed to meet the needs of students and the community.
Report to the Executive Director on program developments, challenges, and successes.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Arts Administration, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Proven experience in arts education, program management, and community engagement
Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in budgeting and financial management
Passion for the arts and commitment to fostering a creative and inclusive learning environment
Positive, can-do attitude; team player, visionary, self-driven, and able to think outside the box
Relocation assistance is available for this position.