Seattle Art Museum
Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnership
Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnership
Position posted recently. The Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnership is responsible for elevating SAMs visibility, reputation, and brand through innovative communications strategies and partnerships. Blending storytelling with relationship-building, this role strengthens the museums public image, engages diverse audiences, and builds alliances that expand SAMs reach.
This highly collaborative position works across all SAM departments as well as with external partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strategic mindset, exceptional relationship-building skills, and deep experience in public relations and audience engagement. The role manages a small team of three direct reports.
Youll play a key leadership role by:
Developing and executing strategies to increase SAMs visibility and brand recognition through partnerships, media, and communications campaigns. Leading all aspects of public relations strategy, including messaging, storytelling, media relations, and crisis communications. Building and stewarding partnerships that align with SAMs priorities, advance institutional goals, and expand audiences. Overseeing public relations campaigns, internal communications, and promotional events. Managing a small, high-performing communications team and department budget. Collaborating with colleagues across SAM to align PR and partnership strategies with exhibitions, programs, and institutional priorities. FLSA STATUS:
Full Time, Exempt
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity REPORTS TO:
Director of Marketing & Communications COMPENSATION:
$110,000 - $122,000 About the role
The Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnership is responsible for elevating SAMs visibility, reputation, and brand through innovative communications strategies and partnerships. Blending storytelling with relationship-building, this role strengthens the museums public image, engages diverse audiences, and builds alliances that expand SAMs reach. This highly collaborative position works across all SAM departments as well as with external partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strategic mindset, exceptional relationship-building skills, and deep experience in public relations and audience engagement. The role manages a small team of three direct reports. Work schedule
This role is scheduled for
standard business hours, MondayFriday , with flexibility required to support events, campaigns, and museum initiatives. This position is
hybrid eligible
under SAMs current policy (subject to change). Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for SAMs comprehensive benefits package, including: Fully employer-paid HMP medical plan or employee contribution PPO plan. Dental, vision, and basic life insurance/LTD/AD&D. Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Short-Term Disability and Supplemental Dental Insurance. Participation in SAMs 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 3% annual employer contribution and match program (eligibility after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked). Paid vacation, sick and safe time (PSST), bereavement leave, jury duty, 11 scheduled holidays, and 1 paid floating holiday. Subsidized unlimited ORCA card for public transit. Onsite fitness facility access. Free museum membership at the Patron level, Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums, and discounts at the SAM Shop and on museum programming. About SAM
Seattle Art Museums vision is to be the museum for all of Seattlea bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. We aim to create a welcoming community where people find inspiration and discover our common humanity through exceptional art and engaging programs. As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, SAM shares its global connections, powerful exhibitions, and dynamic programs to engage, educate, and inspire. SAM is a vibrant, three-site organization that is supported by 365 employees, 10 executive leaders, and more than 200 volunteers. We are looking for
A strategic, collaborative leader with proven experience in public relations and partnerships. Youll bring: Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in business administration, marketing, public relations, journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience). At least 8 years of experience developing and implementing communications or PR strategies in complex organizations. Minimum 3 years of people management experience. Strong strategic thinking with demonstrated success aligning communications and partnerships with organizational goals. Expertise in media relations, content strategy, and multi-channel messaging. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities. Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with media contacts, partners, and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and diplomacy skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong time management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack, and internet-based research. Ability to pass and maintain a security background check. Preferred Qualifications Four years of experience in the museum or arts & culture sector. Established local, regional, and national media contacts. Work conditions
Exposure:
Primarily indoors in climate-controlled offices, with moderate background noise. Stationary Work:
About 80% at a desk; 20% moving through workspaces or attending meetings/events. Communication:
Clear and professional verbal and written communication in English with staff, trustees, media, and the public is required. Office Work:
Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment required. Accommodation
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know at hr@seattleartmuseum.org The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@seattleartmuseum.org EEO
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Developing and executing strategies to increase SAMs visibility and brand recognition through partnerships, media, and communications campaigns. Leading all aspects of public relations strategy, including messaging, storytelling, media relations, and crisis communications. Building and stewarding partnerships that align with SAMs priorities, advance institutional goals, and expand audiences. Overseeing public relations campaigns, internal communications, and promotional events. Managing a small, high-performing communications team and department budget. Collaborating with colleagues across SAM to align PR and partnership strategies with exhibitions, programs, and institutional priorities. FLSA STATUS:
Full Time, Exempt
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity REPORTS TO:
Director of Marketing & Communications COMPENSATION:
$110,000 - $122,000 About the role
The Director of Public Relations & Strategic Partnership is responsible for elevating SAMs visibility, reputation, and brand through innovative communications strategies and partnerships. Blending storytelling with relationship-building, this role strengthens the museums public image, engages diverse audiences, and builds alliances that expand SAMs reach. This highly collaborative position works across all SAM departments as well as with external partners and stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strategic mindset, exceptional relationship-building skills, and deep experience in public relations and audience engagement. The role manages a small team of three direct reports. Work schedule
This role is scheduled for
standard business hours, MondayFriday , with flexibility required to support events, campaigns, and museum initiatives. This position is
hybrid eligible
under SAMs current policy (subject to change). Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for SAMs comprehensive benefits package, including: Fully employer-paid HMP medical plan or employee contribution PPO plan. Dental, vision, and basic life insurance/LTD/AD&D. Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Short-Term Disability and Supplemental Dental Insurance. Participation in SAMs 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 3% annual employer contribution and match program (eligibility after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked). Paid vacation, sick and safe time (PSST), bereavement leave, jury duty, 11 scheduled holidays, and 1 paid floating holiday. Subsidized unlimited ORCA card for public transit. Onsite fitness facility access. Free museum membership at the Patron level, Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums, and discounts at the SAM Shop and on museum programming. About SAM
Seattle Art Museums vision is to be the museum for all of Seattlea bold, dynamic hub of creativity, belonging, and cultural leadership, shaping the future of art and community. We aim to create a welcoming community where people find inspiration and discover our common humanity through exceptional art and engaging programs. As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest, SAM shares its global connections, powerful exhibitions, and dynamic programs to engage, educate, and inspire. SAM is a vibrant, three-site organization that is supported by 365 employees, 10 executive leaders, and more than 200 volunteers. We are looking for
A strategic, collaborative leader with proven experience in public relations and partnerships. Youll bring: Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in business administration, marketing, public relations, journalism, or related field (or equivalent experience). At least 8 years of experience developing and implementing communications or PR strategies in complex organizations. Minimum 3 years of people management experience. Strong strategic thinking with demonstrated success aligning communications and partnerships with organizational goals. Expertise in media relations, content strategy, and multi-channel messaging. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities. Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with media contacts, partners, and stakeholders. Strong problem-solving and diplomacy skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong time management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Asana, Slack, and internet-based research. Ability to pass and maintain a security background check. Preferred Qualifications Four years of experience in the museum or arts & culture sector. Established local, regional, and national media contacts. Work conditions
Exposure:
Primarily indoors in climate-controlled offices, with moderate background noise. Stationary Work:
About 80% at a desk; 20% moving through workspaces or attending meetings/events. Communication:
Clear and professional verbal and written communication in English with staff, trustees, media, and the public is required. Office Work:
Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment required. Accommodation
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know at hr@seattleartmuseum.org The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@seattleartmuseum.org EEO
statements and other compliance information have been omitted for brevity in this refined description. #J-18808-Ljbffr