Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Museum of Craft and Design in the search for an Executive Director.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will be an execution-focused leader and trailblazer for the Museum of Craft and Design. MCD is a highly respected institution with both local and global reach, and is positioned for long-term, sustainable growth. This is an exciting opportunity to lead MCD into the future, exhibiting the unique perspective of the intersection of excellent design and fine craft, building diverse audiences by recognizing multiple perspectives, continuing the process of building a secure financial future for the institution, and promoting a positive work environment.
The Executive Director will be fully responsible for the vision and oversight of this 21-year-old institution. They will build on MCD’s history of presenting some of the best in fine craft and superb design, and its culture of innovation, bold curatorial choices, diversity, and philanthropy. Reporting to and partnering with the Board of Directors, the ED will lead all aspects of the museum and will be responsible for the achievement of the museum’s mission and goals. The ED will also serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for the Museum.
The Museum of Craft and Design is the only museum in San Francisco devoted to craft and design. Through inspired exhibitions and experiential programs, MCD explores the creative process and current perspectives in craft and design. Founded in 2004, MCD showcases designers, makers, and artists through an exciting and distinctive series of craft and design-focused exhibitions and public programs. As a non-collecting institution, the museum actively collaborates with artists, designers, museums, and universities, as well as design venues and practitioners to create inspirational experiences in the world of craft and design for visitors of all ages.
From late-night museum parties and speaker series to festival pop-ups and drop-in programming–MCD presents dynamic learning opportunities for guests of all ages. Led by their education team and in collaboration with local artists, designers, and makers, the Museum of Craft and Design hosts a variety of hands-on explorations of emerging design concepts, trending crafts, artistic techniques, materiality, function, and the creative process.
A bachelor’s degree and five years of progressively responsible experience in a museum or related nonprofit arts institution, including at least three years at a senior managerial level, is required for this position. An advanced degree or equivalent knowledge in Art History, Fine Arts, Education, Museum Studies, Nonprofit Management, Arts, or Business Administration is preferred. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to MCD, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of the Museum of Craft and Design and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.
The salary range for this position is $210,000 to $240,000.
The Museum of Craft and Design is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Christopher Wingert at chriswingert@aspenleadershipgroup.com.
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