Careers in Arts Management

Arts management professionals facilitate meaningful experiences between the arts and the communities they serve. Notable positions include executive directors, program managers, development officers and marketing directors within theatres, museums and other cultural institutions.

Career outcomes

Jobs in arts management can be found across a variety of institutions and organizations, including performing and visual arts organizations, nonprofit groups and development or fundraising offices.

Common roles include:

  • Art administrator
  • Marketing Executive
  • Public Relations Director
  • Director of Operations
  • Community Engagement Officer
  • Event Manager... and more!

Career support at UB

The Career Design Center gives you new ways to think about designing your next steps, getting the answers you need — and the opportunities you deserve.

  • Career design consulting
  • Job or internship search assistance
  • Graduate school planning
  • Job and Internship fairs, skillshops and networking events

No matter where you're at on your career design journey, the Career Design Studio can help you find your way forward.

Career Design Center

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