What the Board Wants
The Role of the Artistic Director
Consolidated Works seeks an Artistic Director to lead the artistic vision and programming for the organization. This is an opportunity to lead a bold emerging contemporary arts center at a formative time in its growth.
"Formative time in its growth" is a speech code for; we have alienated the entire creative community in Seattle and are out of ideas
The Artistic Director will:
Set and articulate the artistic vision for Consolidated Works’ and its arts programs.
This means that the board does not have any idea of what they are doing.
Work with the Consolidated Works staff to help achieve mission and program objectives.
The staff quit in a mass exodus after Matthew Richter was unceremoniously fired so the first thing to do is find the staff.
Recruit and oversee contract curators in the disciplines of visual art, film, performance, music and lectures.
Outsource all projects, preferably from outside Seattle, because the board cannot be bothered with the messy details of managing a Creative staff.
Oversee the development and implementation of Consolidated Works’ programming across all disciplines.
This means we have no programming, ...HELP!!!!
Develop viable new programming formats in alignment with Consolidated Works’ mission.
Must like all night raves as a funding source.
Take a lead role in identifying, planning and tracking fund development opportunities.
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Cultivate new relationships with potential funders.
RAISE MONEY
Network with local, national and international producers, presenters and cultural organizations to develop collaborations and exchanges.
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Maintain and build relationships with colleagues, foundations and other national organizations strategic to the artistic and financial health of Consolidated Works.
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Serve as Consolidated Works’ artistic and inspirational liaison to the Seattle and regional communities, building positive working relationships with artists, audiences, members and funders.
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Work with the Operations Manager to maintain the integrity of operations across the entire facility.
The OM position was posted on Craig's List with a longer job description and a salary of $24,000.00 per year. Be prepared to burn out an OM every six months.
Report directly to the Executive Committee of the Board, in collaboration with Consolidated Works’ Managing Director.
Massage our egos when the rest of Seattle is being so mean!
Operate within financial parameters as advised by the Board and Managing Director.
RAISE MONEY
Help to develop Consolidated Works’ annual budget and development plan.
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Contribute to the marketing and development activities of Consolidated Works to maximize reach, profile and income, directly nurturing key donor relationships and soliciting major gifts.
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Qualifications of the Artistic Director
Creative and programming skills:
Visionary scope capable of heading a major arts organization.
Something on par with PS 1, The Kitchen, The Mattress Factory or MoMA.
Creative capacity and strategic ability to oversee and implement Consolidated Works’ programming through curators and collaborators.
See outsourcing creative development.
Extensive and relevant experience in production and presentation.
Need to be able to drywall, light electrical, and serious plumbing.
Wide-ranging knowledge of artistic standards and trends.
You need to be hip, edgy, and have a friend at Art Forum.
Regional, national and international contacts that can provide access to significant companies and artists.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY
A history of mounting major artistic events on time and on budget.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY
A history of working with a diverse patron base, board members, staff, artists and producing partners.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY

Development, public relations and marketing skills:
Recognition of the interdependency of program and project successes with those of marketing and fundraising.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY
Exceptional ability to communicate the importance of the arts and of Consolidated Works’ programming in particular.
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Demonstrated experience taking a lead role defining and executing a development strategy for the organization.
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Participation in development through the nurturing of key relationships, grantwriting, and personal asks.
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Adeptness in gaining rapport with Consolidated Works’ stakeholders and the media.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY AND CHARM THE PRESS

Personal qualities:
A deeply held value of contemporary artists and the role of the arts in society.
Just keep them away from the board.
An exceptional ability to inspire.
ABILITY TO RAISE MONEY
A belief in maintaining an ethical and healthy workplace where clear communication is the standard.
Since the Board is unable to do so you have to do it for them.
Experience with playing a central, visible role on behalf of an arts organization.
Please stop the bad press the board has been receiving.
An established ability to work with a team, cooperate with peers, and take constructive guidance from a board.
Keep the artists quiet, and do the bidding of the board.
A dedication to supporting artists in the development of their work.
Keep the artists quiet, and do the bidding of the board.
Sincerity and generosity of knowledge and skills combined with a desire and capacity to continue learning.
Figure out how to run this place because the board does not have a clue.
Salary: $35,000 - $40,000
Hold out for the higher amount, you are going to need the cash!.
Apply to:
Consolidated Works
attn AD Search
1100 Republican
Seattle WA 98109