Creative Project Manager

Description FLSA Classification: Full Time, Exempt The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum has an opening for a full-time, exempt Creative Project Manager in the Creative Department. Company Overview: Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, t he Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has been called the \"Smithsonian of country music,\" celebrated for its broad cultural impact, educational mission, and unrivaled collection of historically important artifacts. Chartered by the state of Tennessee in 1964, the Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, educational organization that documents and interprets the history of country music. The Museum collects objects and archival materials that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music and provides diverse learning opportunities through educational programs, publications, and exhibitions. First opened in 1967 on Nashville’s Music Row, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum launched its current downtown location in 2001. In 2014, the Museum unveiled a $100 million expansion that doubled its footprint. The Museum now encompasses 350,000 square feet of exhibition galleries, archival storage, retail stores, and event space. The Museum owns Hatch Show Print, a letterpress print shop opened in 1879, and it operates Historic RCA Studio B, where Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, and many others recorded. In addition, the Museum offers the Taylor Swift Education Center for students, teachers, and families, and dedicated performance spaces in the CMA Theater and Ford Theater, both of which regularly host nationally recognized live music and cultural events. In 2024, the Museum was awarded the prestigious National Medal of Arts by President Joe Biden. The medal is the highest award given to artists and arts institutions by the United States government. The White House Citation, which accompanied the medal, recognized the Museum’s work, which \"preserves history, honors giants of the genre, and inspires future generations to write their own songs about the American story.\" What We Offer for Full-Time Staff: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Options Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Sick Days Paid Holidays (14) and Floating Holidays (2) 401(K) with Up to 3% Employer Match Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services) Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness FREE 24/7 Downtown Parking and Transit Benefits Continuing Professional Offerings Complimentary Museum Admission (For Yourself, Family, and Friends) Reciprocal Partnerships with Local Venues (The Nashville Zoo, National Museum of African American Music, tours at The Opry and The Ryman Auditorium, and more) Up to 25% Discount in Retail Stores and Onsite Restaurant Venues Opportunities to Attend Exhibit Openings, Concerts and Special Events Employee Engagement Activities and Opportunities FSA and Dependent Care Options Dog Friendly Work Environment Volunteering and Community Engagement Opportunities Departmental Overview: The Creative Department is responsible for the design and production of all exhibits, advertisements, collateral support materials, web graphics (social media, website, and email) and on-property signage – from concept to delivery. Our overall goal is to perpetuate the mission of the Museum. The Creative Department interacts with nearly all other departments such as Education, Programming, Events, Development, Retail, Ticketed events, and Dining. Job Overview: The Creative Project Manager will lead a portfolio of projects that require creative products. Products include but are not limited to exhibit installations, print marketing pieces, digital ads, and video content. The Creative Project Manager will work closely with graphics designers, video editors, content creators, copywriters, and print production team members. The Creative Project Manager will liaise with marketing managers and various Museum staff to execute projects. Daily responsibilities will include the scheduling, execution, and delivery of projects – shepherding them from kickoff to completion. This position will report to the Director of Creative Project Management. Specific Job Duties: Schedule, assign and manage execution of creative projects from inception to completion Collaborate with Creative leadership, Creative Project Management to identify and evaluate inefficiencies Ensure established creative standards and processes are followed throughout campaigns Acquire deep understanding of CMHOF institution-wide goals through campaign meetings Collaborate on reporting of current departmental workloads and impending deadlines Support budget management for Creative department, including inputting expenses and POs and creating project budgets Garner a deep understanding of the Museum’s mission, voice and goals Requirements Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent industry experience required 2-4 years’ project management, agency or non-profit experience Superior organizational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess a diplomatic nature with strong negotiating skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Basecamp or similar project management system Experience working with graphic designers and/or video editors Ability to make time sensitive and critical decisions Solid understanding of how to create efficiencies Comfortable in a deadline-driven environment Positive and energetic Conditions of Employment: Must be able to work 40 hours per week, with additional hours as necessary Notes to Applicant: The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the varied attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person unique. The museum promotes an environment of respect, communication, and understanding, while actively providing opportunities for all employees of all backgrounds the skills, experience, and information necessary to succeed. The museum does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, political affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or characteristics, age, membership in an employee organization, military or veteran status, or other non-merit factor. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified candidates to apply for open positions. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its staff and visitors. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment verification, including federally mandated E-Verify processes, as required for position. #J-18808-Ljbffr