OPEN AIR · 1 week ago
Open AIR Program Coordinator
Missoula, MT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expOpen AIR is an international place-based artist residency program based in Missoula, MT, seeking a dynamic and organized individual to coordinate and support residency programming. The Program Coordinator will oversee the artist residency program, exhibitions, public events, and program internships while collaborating with the Executive Director and Open AIR team to ensure program success.
Fine Art
Responsibilities
Residency Program Coordination
Education Program
Exhibitions
Qualification
Required
Passion for art, creativity, and community-driven programs
Ability to build meaningful relationships with artists, community members, and partners
Strong interest in contemporary art and artist residencies
Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, and public speaking)
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in arts administration, programming, event coordination, or nonprofit management
Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
Availability for occasional evening and weekend work, and communicating with artists outside of office hours
A sense of humor and enthusiasm for working in a small, collaborative, evolving organization!
Schedule: 32–40 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required during residency sessions
Location: Missoula, MT (hybrid work environment)
Geographic Reach: Western Montana
Preferred
Experience with Mailchimp and Squarespace, Jotform, and a willingness to learn AI is a plus
Familiarity with Western Montana is a plus
Strong candidates include those who are creative, humble, resourceful, diligent, community-minded, and cooperative
Company
OPEN AIR
A nonprofit organization that fosters artists in residency across Montana.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase