Operations Director

Job Description

Studio Texas

Work from home and on locations as events require

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Details

Job Type: Contract

Start Date: April 1, 2026

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Education: 4-Year Degree or experience in management

Experience Level: 2 years management

Salary: USD $40,000 - $60,000 / year with potential for bonus

Cause Areas: Visual Arts & Event planning

Description

Position Summary

Studio Texas, a 501(c)(3) organization, seeks an Operations Director who is the leader responsible for the artistic, financial, operational, and community impact of Studio Texas. This role will ensure Studio Texas’ financial sustainability, deepen community engagement, event planning and execution, lead fundraising and revenue generation, and nurture membership. The Operations Director will lead with a strong artistic and educational vision and be committed to supporting artists at every stage of their creative journey. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Operations Director will serve as the principal manager of event planning, including active engagement in strategic planning.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a passion for the visual arts, experience with event planning and have the ability to organize their time and responsibilities to accommodate our core program schedule, planning on long work weeks on and around event dates and slower weeks in between while keeping up with marketing and fiduciary deadlines. He or she must be comfortable with public speaking and intermittent high-pressure deadlines. He or she would have an understanding of the complexities of working with a non-profit board of volunteers and a basic understanding of parliamentary procedure. He she would be able to produce reports and schedules that plan for volunteer hours and necessary financial projections to complete a program.

Key Responsibilities

· Plan and market Studio Texas’ Core Programs as outlined by the published Strategic Agenda.

· Oversee all marketing, branding, and communication strategies, collaborating to define and implement a marketing and communication plan with the goal to increase exposure and engagement and achieve revenue goals, increase enrollments, grow audiences, and institutional reputation.

o Including and especially social media.

o Including and especially the website.

o Including and especially newsletter and email contact with membership.

· Ensure cohesive branding and storytelling that align with Studio Texas’ mission.

· Organize and participate in Strategic Planning development.

· Forge and nurture strategic collaborations with civic leaders, cultural institutions, artists, educators, and community partners.

· Work with Board guidance to develop and execute multi-year strategic plans that ensure financial sustainability, propel artistic innovation, audience development, and community impact.

· Responsible for overseeing the assets and financial affairs of the organization to ensure Studio Texas’ financial sustainability, including developing long- and short-range financial plans, monitoring the budget and ensuring expenditures are in line with available resources, executing proper financial controls, and providing routine reports to the board and staff.

· Oversee budgeting and financial planning to ensure long-term fiscal health and sustainability.

· Fundraising & External Relations – as the position grows, so does the public relations with donors and grant applications.

· Build a strong, transparent, and productive partnership with the Board of Directors — including regular strategic updates and collaboration on governance, fundraising, and community outreach.

· Act as the public face of the organization, expanding visibility in the Newton and Greater Boston arts communities and beyond.

· Ensure cohesive branding and storytelling that align with Studio Texas’ mission.

Qualifications

Required:

Must be self-motivated and experienced in time management, including deadlines and budgeting restraints.

Experience (2+ years) in nonprofit arts or cultural management with demonstrated success in social media marketing, event planning, and organizational leadership.

Proven ability to develop and implement strategic plans that align the organization around shared vision and mission to achieve sustainable growth.

Experience with a nonprofit organization, cultural or educational institution, or equivalent is required.

Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Deep commitment to developing a professional arts community in Central Texas.

Passion for Studio Texas’ programs, goals, and mission, as well as a deep interest in cultivating the donor community in the region.

Essential skills in:

Word

Excel

Constant Contact

Power Point

Google Workspace

Photoshop or similar (photo editing program)

Canva

Quickbooks or similar (able to read and understand financial reports)

Preferred:

Experience leading community-focused art centers or cultural institutions.

Established relationships with regional arts funders, civic leaders, and cultural organizations.

Advanced degree in nonprofit management, arts administration, business, or related field.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

· Ability to move throughout the facility to attend meetings, classrooms, exhibitions, events, and community programs.

· Ability to lift, carry, or move materials weighing up to approximately 30 pounds on an occasional basis (e.g., event supplies, materials, signage).

· Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during events, openings, meetings, and public programs.

· Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required for programs, events, and board activities.

Compensation

Salary Range: $40,000-$60,000, with bonus potential.

Studio Texas offers flexible hours and paid professional development each year. The position starts as a work-from-home position until such time as Studio Texas acquires offices. Studio Texas anticipates office closure between Christmas and New Year's. Employees and their dependents have opportunities to enroll in New Art classes at no or reduced cost across the year.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter outlining your artistic leadership vision, relevant experience, and interest in Studio Texas, along with a resume/CV to . Please include Operations Director's interest in the subject line.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Level of Language Proficiency

English mastery

Location:

Round Top/Brenham area of Texas

Send Resume:

with Studio Texas in the subject field.