Events and Hospitality Manager (Part-Time | 20 Hours per Week)
Anderson Museum of Art | Anderson, Indiana
Onsite | Tuesday-Friday | Noon-5:00 p.m.
Help Create Meaningful Moments at the Anderson Museum of Art
The Anderson Museum of Art (AMOA) believes art has the power to strengthen communities, inspire creativity, preserve history, and connect generations.
Through exceptional exhibitions, educational programming, community partnerships, and creative experiences, the Anderson Museum of Art provides welcoming opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience, create, and engage with the visual arts. Beyond serving as a museum, AMOA is also a gathering place where people celebrate life's most meaningful milestones—from weddings and anniversaries to graduation parties, memorial services, nonprofit galas, family reunions, and community celebrations.
We're looking for someone who enjoys helping people create memorable experiences and who understands that excellent hospitality begins long before an event takes place.
Position Summary
The Anderson Museum of Art seeks a personable, organized, and service-oriented Events and Hospitality Manager to serve as the primary point of contact for the museum’s vendors, rental clients and private events.
Working closely with the Executive Director, Experience Manager, and Technical Director, this position will guide prospective clients through the rental process—from the initial inquiry and facility tour through contract coordination, event preparation, and day-of hospitality. The Events and Rental Manager plays a vital role in ensuring every guest feels welcomed, informed, and cared for while helping maximize the museum's growing rental program.
Whether someone chooses the museum to celebrate a wedding, honor the life of a loved one, host a graduation celebration, gather for a nonprofit event, or mark another important milestone, this position helps create experiences that reflect the warmth, professionalism, and beauty of the Anderson Museum of Art.
This is a 20-hour-per-week position with regular office hours Tuesday through Friday, Noon-5:00 p.m. Because event schedules vary, applicants should also have flexibility to work approximately five additional hours in the evenings or weekends as needed to support rental events.
This position has the potential to transition into a full-time Events & Community Engagement role in 2027 as the museum continues to grow.
Primary Responsibilities
Client Experience & Event Coordination
- Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective and confirmed rental clients.
- Respond promptly to rental inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Schedule and conduct facility tours for prospective clients.
- Help clients identify spaces and amenities that best meet their event needs.
- Guide clients through the rental process, answering questions regarding contracts, policies, logistics, and available services.
- Coordinate communication between clients and museum staff to ensure seamless planning experience.
Rental Operations
- Manage the museum's rental calendar and facility availability.
- Prepare rental agreements, invoices, deposits, and event documentation.
- Coordinate timelines, room setups, vendor access, and logistical details.
- Maintain organized records of rental agreements and client communications.
- Assist with rental reporting and event metrics.
Event Hospitality
- Serve as the museum's on-site host during assigned events.
- Welcome clients, vendors, and guests.
- Work closely with the Technical Director to ensure event spaces are prepared and operate smoothly.
- Help troubleshoot event needs while maintaining a calm, professional, and solutions-oriented approach.
- Ensure every client experiences exceptional customer service from beginning to end.
Community Engagement
- Promote the Anderson Museum of Art as one of Madison County's premier venues for private events.
- Build and sustain relationships with vendors, local caterers, florists, photographers, planners, officiants, funeral directors, nonprofit organizations, and community partners.
- Assist with First Fridays, AMOA fundraisers, outreach that expands awareness of AMOA's rental opportunities.
- Represent the museum at networking events, bridal expos, community festivals, and outreach opportunities as appropriate.
Internal Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Director, Experience Manager, and Technical Director to coordinate event logistics.
- Support museum fundraising events and community celebrations as needed.
- Help identify opportunities to improve rental operations and client experience.
Preferred Qualifications
We're looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, welcoming, and highly customer-service oriented.
- An excellent communicator both in writing and in person.
- Sales experience
- Organized, dependable, and detail oriented.
- Comfortable managing multiple events and timelines simultaneously.
- Calm under pressure and skilled at solving problems gracefully.
- Passionate about hospitality, community engagement, and creating meaningful experiences.
- Comfortable learning scheduling software and event management systems.
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with museum staff.
- An equivalent combination of education and demonstratable professional sales experience is required.
Experience in hospitality, event planning, museums, nonprofits, customer service, hotels, wedding venues, conference centers, higher education, or community organizations is preferred but not required.
Why You'll Love This Role
At the Anderson Museum of Art, every event tells a story.
You'll help families celebrate weddings, honor loved ones, recognize graduates, gather nonprofit leaders, welcome artists, and create memories that will last a lifetime—all within one of Indiana's most beautiful historic cultural spaces.
You'll also enjoy:
- A flexible hybrid work environment.
- Meeting people during some of life's most meaningful moments.
- Working alongside artists, educators, community leaders, and creative professionals.
- Helping grow one of Madison County's premier event venues.
- Opportunities to build partnerships throughout Central Indiana.
- Professional growth as the museum expands its community engagement and rental programs.
- The potential for this position to become a full-time Events & Community Engagement role in 2027.
Schedule
20 hours per week
Regular Office Hours
- Tuesday-Friday (with as-needed flexibility for weekend for rentals and events)
- Noon-5:00 p.m.
Applicants should also have flexibility to work approximately five additional hours in the evenings or at weekends when scheduled rental events require on-site support.
Schedules will vary based on museum rentals and special events.
Compensation
This is a part-time, hourly position beginning at $22.00 per hour, with compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In addition to hourly compensation, this position includes a 10% point-of-sale commission on qualifying museum rental sales, recognizing the important role this position plays in expanding AMOA's event program and community partnerships.
The Anderson Museum of Art is committed to investing in its team through scheduled performance and compensation reviews, with opportunities for merit-based pay increases as responsibilities and organizational capacity grow.
As the museum continues expanding its exhibitions, educational programming, fundraising, and event offerings, this position has the potential to transition into a full-time Events & Community Engagement role in 2027.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Resume
- Statement of Interest
- Professional references
Send application materials to:
Aimee West
Executive Director
[email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About the Anderson Museum of Art
The Anderson Museum of Art inspires creativity, preserves artistic heritage, and strengthens our community by providing meaningful opportunities to experience, learn about, and create art. Through exhibitions, education, and partnerships, we serve as a welcoming gathering place where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect through the transformative power of the arts.
From celebrating weddings and family milestones to hosting community conversations, exhibitions, educational programs, and nonprofit events, the Anderson Museum of Art is proud to be a place where creativity and community come together.
The Anderson Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences who share our commitment to hospitality, creativity, collaboration, and community engagement.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
