Job Openings at ART X

About the Role

• The Operations Manager will work closely with the Head of Operations to support the effective running of the company.
• The role involves the ongoing management of ART X’s Information and Project Management, Human Resources and Administration, Finance and Legal/Contract Management, liaising with key stakeholders, as well as key departments within the company.
• The Operations Manager will manage the office day to day, ensuring that the company’s policies and procedures are adhered to, and providing the optimum enabling environment for the fulfilment of the company’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute key business support functions, including Admin, HR, Information Management, Project Management, Accounting and Legal, working closely with the Head of Operations and professional support agencies/advisers where relevant
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal stakeholders to enable, support and improve day-to-day business operations and processes, with the goal of enhancing operations and company-wide efficiency
• Support the Head of Operations on key personnel/ agency management and procurement negotiations, including the review of legal contracts and Heads of Terms
• Work closely with the Head of Operations to ensure timely planning, management and tracking of company operations and activities, in the line with the business plans
• Provide support in maintaining the company, departmental and individual project budgets and tracking related expenditures
• Execute on talent strategy around maximizing the employee experience, including recruitment, onboarding and support of new employees, coordinating with department heads to perform regular employee evaluations to determine areas of improvement etc
• Custodian of the company’s information (archives) and inventory assets, ensuring effective organisation and ease of accessibility
• Coordinate and execute daily office management and other office administrative duties
• Handle problems and issues related to daily operational activities
• Always be breast of and ensure that the right processes, systems, tools and structures are in place to keep the company in-line with best practices, policies, standards and relevant regulations, health and safety rules, etc to run effectively
• Other tasks as assigned by the Head of Operations.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have great organizational skills, strong attention to detail, creative thinking and the versatility to support a variety of tasks and business functions.
• The ability to multitask, work calmly under pressure, and be a strong and supportive team player is also vital.

Key requirements include:

• 6 - 8 years’ working experience, including at least 2-3 years’ experience handling Contract Review, Budgeting and Accounting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking along with effective creative thinking abilities
• Ability to work effectively using inventory management systems
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Must be proactive, detail- and solutions-oriented
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills
• Proficient in Google Docs / Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Dropbox, and cloud-based efficiency and project management tools.

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About the Role

• ART X is seeking a Curatorial Project Manager with 6-8 years’ experience, to join our dynamic team.
• This role is ideal for a creative, visionary self-starter who harbours the desire to sustain a longterm career in the field of curation, and who also lives and breathes efficiency through expedient project management.
• It presents an opportunity to contribute to ART X’s evolving role as a catalyst for the creative industry, and to the growth and success of African talent on the regional and global stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop project management plans to execute the company’s curatorial strategy, in alignment with its mission and overarching goals
• Serve as the principal coordinating liaison between the curatorial department, and other company departments including the events, marketing and operations departments, to ensure the seamless, effective execution of all plans
• Support guest curators across all programming and curatorial initiatives, such as the ART X Prize, Art Across Borders, Special Projects, ART X Live!, ART X Talks and more, focusing especially on execution and production, with duties also including but not limited to research, content development, artist management, text editing, exhibition design and installation
• Lead the design, planning and execution of community and educational programmes, ensuring alignment with core curatorial programming
• Develop effective systems of measurement and evaluation (including training of exhibition personnel), to assess the impact of exhibitions, programmes and curatorial initiatives, producing detailed evaluations and reports
• Member of the Exhibition Design team, with a proactive focus on the production and logistics schemes required to give effect to the design strategy
• Supporting member of the Exhibitor Relations team, involved in the review and management of the fair’s exhibitors - this also includes supporting the Selection Committee and the Exhibition Design Committee
• Support the Marketing, Events and other departments as required with programme and product design, proposal development, written and image content, and other specialised tasks
• Grow the company’s relationships with artist and art practitioner communities within Nigeria, across Africa and beyond - collaborating with industry stakeholders to develop programming and curatorial initiatives, and identify meaningful gaps for the company
• Stay abreast of industry developments and innovations, to ensure the company’s curatorial initiatives remain poignant and cutting-edge
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources and administrative responsibilities effectively to ensure the timely and successful delivery of all projects.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is extremely creative, efficient and organised, with a stellar track record of art exhibition curation, production and delivery.
• You are resilient, resourceful, flexible and able to roll up your sleeves to get the job done.
• The ability to multitask, work calmly under pressure, and be a strong team player is also vital.

Key Requirements include:

• 6-8 years’ experience working in arts and culture
• Proven track record of developing and producing exhibitions at the highest levels of creativity and innovation
• Excellent knowledge of the visual arts and culture sectors, with an awareness of current trends
• Extremely organised with strong project management and administration skills - able to multitask, manage your time well, and comfortable working to tight deadlines
• Versatile and adaptable, capable of engaging diverse audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal skills - you can build rapport with creatives and people of varied backgrounds, to get the best out of them
• Proficient in InDesign, Google Docs / Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Dropbox, and cloud-based efficiency and project management tools.

Role Specification

• This role is part-time and in-person, based in Lagos. However, interested persons based in a location compatible with GMT and WAT time zones and with flexibility to work from Lagos during critical periods, for stays lasting 2 to 3 months, may be considered.

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About the Role

• ART X is seeking a Deputy Fair Director for ART X Lagos and its affiliate platforms, with 10 or more years’ experience, to join our dynamic team.
• Working closely with the Founder, the Deputy Fair Director will become responsible for the ART X Lagos vertical, and will ultimately spearhead its general management and strategic development, building on the strong foundations laid to date.
• The Deputy Fair Director will reinforce ART X Lagos’ distinct artistic vision, growing its scope and scale, and its impact on audiences locally and internationally, working at the highest levels of creativity and organisation to showcase the best of the world to Lagos, and the best of Nigeria and Africa to the world.
• This role is ideal for a creative, visionary self-starter who lives and breathes efficiency. It presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic positioning and long-term development of ART X Lagos and will be key in shaping the fair’s contributions as a catalyst for the art, culture and creative industry in Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• General management of the ART X Lagos fair and its affiliate platforms and ancillary programmes, coordinating relevant departments and support functions to meet the platform’s pioneering goals, and ensuring consistency with ART X’s core mission and vision
• Oversee the fair’s exhibitor strategy, leading the onboarding of galleries, and the review and management of their exhibitions, in conjunction with the Selection Committee
• Support the development (by our in-house and guest curators), of exhibitions and programmes that excite and engage a broad cross-section of audiences, and are distinctive to the ART X Lagos DNA
• Amplify the guest experience by coordinating ART X Lagos’ exhibition design and events management, producing focused, curated experiences that are vital to the fair’s unique position globally
• Grow the fair’s VIP and Guest Relations strategy, devising compelling initiatives to win new audiences and strengthen pre-existing stakeholder relationships
• Augment and generate, core and supplementary revenue streams for the business, leveraging the ART X Lagos brand, its personnel and infrastructure, especially during the fair’s off-peak season; Collaborate closely with the marketing, sponsorship and administrative departments, to capitalise on commercial opportunities for the business
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources and personnel to ensure the timely, successful execution of all plans; Motivate a team of internal and external colleagues, ensuring high levels of management practice across the board, as well as the team’s commitment to ART X Lagos’ continued evolving development
• Vigilant guardian of the ART X Lagos brand, ensuring that every expression of its identity remains steadfastly aligned with the overarching vision and values
• Oversee measurement and evaluation across the board, to assess the fair’s impact and ROI
• Establish policies and procedures for the effective functioning of the fair’s core functions, ensuring the retention and growth of ART X’s institutional knowledge
• Advocate for ART X as an effective communicator at all levels of cultural knowledge and experience; able to write and present information, in a compelling manner to stakeholders and audiences
• Maintain a current, globally informed view of the cultural industry, monitoring market trends, and constantly updating critical knowledge of artists, gallerists and the competitive landscape

About You

• The ideal candidate is a high-energy creative visionary with drive and dedication to outstanding execution, audience engagement and experiences.
• You are extremely creative, efficient and organised, with a stellar track record of arts and culture business/project management at a strategic level.
• You are resilient, resourceful, flexible and able to roll up your sleeves to get the job done.
• The ability to multitask, work calmly under pressure, and be a strong team player is also vital.

Key requirements include:

• 10 or more years of professional experience, with 3-5 years of senior management/ leadership experience in the arts and culture sector; Experience in the West African scene is an advantage
• Experience executing large scale arts and culture events (fairs, festivals, exhibitions) is essential; with experience in senior management within an art-related business
• Experience living and working in multicultural environments
• A compelling, adaptable creative vision with broad-ranging audience appeal, capable of engaging diverse audiences ranging from ultra high-net-worth to Gen-Z individuals
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Arts Management, Art History or other related degree
• Strong project management skills - ability to manage and monitor multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting quickly and instinctively to changing priorities and opportunities
• Forensic attention to detail
• Exceptional relationship management and team building skills; able to lead and motivate staff across varying levels of experience, and external partners, and deal confidently, sensitively and effectively
• High-level communication skills, orally and in writing, to international standards within the professional cultural community.

Role Specification:

• This position is a full-time, remote role, ideally based in a location compatible with GMT and WAT time zones.
• Flexibility to work from Lagos during critical periods, for stays lasting 2 to 3 months, is essential.

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About the Role

• ART X is seeking a seasoned Communications Manager with a minimum of 8 years of experience to join our dynamic team.
• The Communications Manager at ART X will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives about ART X Lagos and its affiliate platforms, and propelling the diverse community of creatives we support.
• This role will involve engaging vast audiences both locally and internationally, and will build a lasting legacy that contributes to the growth and success of African talent at regional and global levels.
• Operating across diverse media channels, the Communications Manager will lead high-impact 360-degree marketing and communications campaigns aimed at solidifying ART X Lagos and its affiliate platforms as global leaders dedicated to showcasing the best of African creativity.
• As a natural creative, the ideal candidate will possess expertise in innovative storytelling while also being highly efficient in managing the development and execution of our marketing and communications strategy, and building brand equity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement, from strategic inception to creative execution, comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that further ART X’s mission, objectives and ambition
• Conceptualize and deliver innovative, international 360-campaigns that push boundaries and capture the imagination of global audiences, cutting across digital and social media, PR, advertising, media relations, content, visual design, and more, ensuring exceptional delivery whilst expanding brand equity for ART X Lagos and its affiliate platforms as catalysts showcasing the best of the world to Lagos, and the best of Nigeria and Africa to the world
• Curate and manage narrative and brand-owned assets across various channels, including but not limited to websites, social media, videos/short films, email newsletter campaigns, catalogues and publications, editorial articles, visuals, and graphic assets
• Collaborate closely with participating sponsors, galleries, artists and other stakeholders, strategising marketing approaches to capitalise on the full spectrum of opportunities surrounding ART X Lagos events and initiatives
• Drive cross-functional collaborative efforts to ensure that communication strategies are leveraged to strengthen product development and overall audience experience; Proactive participation in the company’s sponsorship and fundraising efforts, and the pursuit of its commercial opportunities, contributing to the achievement of its strategic and financial plans
• Vigilant guardian of the ART X brand, meticulously ensuring that every expression of its identity, whether internal or external, remains steadfastly aligned with the overarching vision and values
• Develop and execute communications strategies and initiatives for the company’s Founder and principal spokesperson, leveraging her expertise and influence to enhance ART X’s visibility and reputation in the cultural landscape. This includes crafting messaging, coordinating appearances and interviews, and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders
• Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the communications team and for the handling of the brand’s communication assets across board, to streamline processes, maximise efficiency, and maintain alignment
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local and international media, proactively expanding media partnerships and coverage, through adept negotiation and seamless execution
• Manage budgets, timelines, resources and personnel effectively to ensure the timely, successful delivery of all communication projects; Provide leadership and guidance within the marketing team (comprising internal colleagues and multiple external vendors), fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence
• Monitor and analyse market trends, audience insights, and campaign performance metrics to optimise communication strategies and drive continuous improvement, producing periodic evaluations and reports

About You

• The ideal candidate is extremely creative, efficient and organised, possesses exceptional communication skills and will bring innovation and enthusiasm to the role.
• The ability to multitask, work calmly under pressure and be a strong team player is essential.

Other key requirements include:

• 8+ years of experience working in Brand Communications, PR or Marketing, preferably within the art, culture and creative sector; Experience with international brands, as well as with audiences in Nigeria/Africa is preferred
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies and campaigns across various media channels (including digital, video and print), that generate excitement, drive engagement and build brand equity
• Versatile, with broad-ranging audience appeal, capable of engaging diverse audiences from ultra high-net-worth individuals to Gen-Z
• Thorough understanding of the visual arts and culture industry, with a keen awareness of relevant trends
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; an excellent communicator at all levels, able to write and present information in a compelling and dynamic manner
• Highly organised with exceptional project management and administration skills, adept at multitasking and meeting tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills - a team builder and player with a confident, friendly approach engaging a diverse range of individuals and organisations
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills, coupled with a blend of creative and strategic thinking.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, remaining responsive to changing priorities
• Proficient in InDesign, Microsoft Office / Google Docs, and Mac OS X
• Culturally aligned with ART X’s values of excellence, ownership, kindness, integrity - going the extra mile as a catalyst.

Role Specification:

• This position is a full-time role with the possibility of remote work - either based in Lagos or in a location compatible with GMT and WAT time zones.
• Flexibility to work from Lagos during critical periods, for stays lasting 2 to 3 months, is essential.