Department Manager, Schools of Entertainment & Creative Marketing

Driven. Engaging. Innovative. Do these words motivate you? If so, then we want to talk with you.If you have an appreciation for the arts and education,Responsibilities Include:Director SupportManage the organization of day to day office and administrative functions, including administrative staff and FWS studentsServe as the point person for on campus and online coordinationRepresent the department as a direct liaison between faculty, students and University administrationAssist the Department Directors in the annual budget processSet agenda and attend Admissions and Advisor meetings with DirectorsManage planning events (i.e. Spring Show, Career Night, Advisory Board meetings, guest lectures, orientation, DAT/faculty meetings, Lecture Series, town hall meetings)Act as point person for Industry on Campus and Alumni DepartmentOversee the organization of timelines for projects and departmental filesCoordinate set-up of Director and full-time Faculty schedules and posting of office hoursManage all calendar set-up and appointment scheduling for Directors and full-time Faculty in electronic calendar systemManage all correspondence (incoming/out-going) and re-distributing of mailAssist with procedures for new instructors (paperwork, interview scheduling)Administration & Curriculum SupportCoordinate with other departments, such as Academic Support Department and CurriculumCoordinate processing of curriculum updates for the departmentManage the process and maintenance of files on all forms pertaining to faculty (i.e. NASAD, payroll, faculty recs., biographies, resumes)Monitor Open Registration reports with Department Directors and make corrections as necessaryProcess maintenance and signage requests generated by Department DirectorsSubmit completed purchase orders and reimbursement requests and track to completionMaintain requisition binder and purchase order logAttend mandatory administration meetings and Director meetings when requiredConduct quarterly Manager meetingsManage/organize other departmental projects and requestsFaculty & Academic SupportRepresent the department as a direct liaison between Directors, Faculty and AdministrationCoordinate faculty attendance at conferences and exposKeep instructors updated via email, memos and phone calls regarding policies, department announcements, meetings, grading process and lecturesMaintain current supply lists for classes each semesterStudent SupportRepresent the department as a direct liaison between Directors, students and administrationAssist Director to keep in constant contact with Student Reps on new issues and feedbackExercise independent discretion when problem solving basic questions on various issues (i.e. grades, attendance, instructors, courses, curriculum, etc.)Assist in collecting and returning projects from instructors and the Spring ShowPromote the University and student moraleMaintain department notice boards with job and internship postings, events, samples of student work, faculty bios, awards, department announcements etc.Liaise with Issue Room staff on student needsQualifications:Excellent organizational, and time management skillsStrong communication, presentation, organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to lead through change, support organizational growth initiative and foster a positive work environmentExperience managing, leading and mentoring a diverse teamAbility to prioritize competing responsibilities, desire to work in a fast pace, changing environmentExperience with a variety of software such as, Microsoft Office, Adobe, and Canva is preferredHigh attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multiple taskInterest in the film industry is beneficialCompensation:$70,304.00 annuallyWork Schedule:Monday - FridayApplication Deadline: July 6, 2026Benefits:IND123About UsAcademy of Art University, established in 1929 by Richard S. Stephens, transforms aspiring students into professional artists and designers. For three generations, the Stephens family has been devoted to the development of aspiring artists and has held the fundamental belief that with proper instruction, hard work and dedication, students can learn the skills necessary to become artistic professionals. #J-18808-Ljbffr Academy of Art University