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Head of Website & Digital kpCompanies - Minneapolis Minnesota
Company: Young Professional Network of the Greater Associat Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Posted On: 05/03/2024
SUMMARY Are you ready to lead a digital transformation in the art world, creating digital experiences that inspire and engage? If so, we would love to hear from you! This role is not just about managing a department; it's about building something new and leaving a lasting impact on Minneapolis Institute of Arts and our community. kpCompanies is partnering with Minneapolis Institute of Arts (Mia) to find their next Head of Website & Digital. Reporting directly to the Chief Audience & Engagement Officer, this critical director-level role will shape and implement Mia's comprehensive digital strategy. Mia is an audience-centered, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. Mia is mission-driven, generous, agile, emotionally aware, and positive, and endeavors to create a workplace culture in which staff are responsible to one another, to our visitors, and to themselves to do the best work possible. Mia is a beacon of culture and art, located in the heart of Minneapolis. Known for its diverse and extensive collection, Mia offers a welcoming space for exploration and inspiration, aiming to connect the community with the transformative power of art. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape Mia's digital future. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic foresight, technical expertise, and leadership acumen, combined with enthusiasm to build and lead a digital engagement strategy from the ground up. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The below us a summary of the most important aspects of the Head of Website & Digital Engagement's work. A full list of responsibilities and formal position description will be provided as a part of the interview process. Strategic Leadership (65%): - Devise and implement a comprehensive digital strategy to enhance Mia's online presence, aiming to double visitorship and deepen community engagement.
- Work closely with Marketing to ensure digital strategies effectively promote the museum's brand, exhibitions, and events to drive visitorship.
- Spearhead the redevelopment of Mia's website and digital platforms, ensuring they are user-centric, accessible, and reflective of the museum's mission and values.
- Collaborate with heads of other departments such as Design and Editorial, Marketing and Communications, and Learning and Engagement to ensure digital strategies complement and enhance the museum's overall mission and objectives.
- Partner with the learning and engagement department to develop digital experiences that support educational goals and engage diverse audiences.
- Conduct a thorough digital audit to identify areas for improvement, setting the stage for innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.
- Liaise with the IS and IT departments to ensure the technical infrastructure supports digital initiatives, including website functionality, data security, and integration of new technologies.
Team Building and Management (30%): - Recruit, mentor, and lead a digital team of four including a Software Architect, Software Developer, Web Develpoper & Media & Technology assistant.
- Establishing a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Foster cross-departmental collaboration to ensure digital strategies are integrated across Mia, enhancing overall user experience and engagement.
- Manage the digital engagement budget, allocating resources effectively to support strategic initiatives and ensure maximum impact.
work with external partners, consultants, and vendors to support various digital projects, including website redesign, content management systems, and new digital platforms. Analytics and Continuous Improvement (5%): - Implement robust analytics frameworks to measure the effectiveness of digital initiatives, using insights to drive continuous optimization.
- Establish a culture of data-driven decision-making, ensuring digital strategies are aligned with audience needs and organizational objectives.
- Regularly review and refresh the digital strategy to keep pace with technological advancements and evolving audience expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a related field (Marketing, Digital Media, Computer Science), or proven professional experience exceeding 5 years
- 5 or more years of supervisory experience leading teams of 2 or more
- 5 or more years of experience in digital strategy, website management, or a similar role
- Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation projects, including website redesign and strategy implementation.
Required Experience: - Experience creating road maps for managing and supporting technology stacks.
- Expertise in front-end and back-end CMS platforms, web development or website redesign, and
- Digital content creation.
- Experience building a positive team and organizational culture.
Preferred Experience: - Similar role within a cultural institution, nonprofit, or related environment.
- Experience with WordPress development.
- Familiarity with audio tour development and implementation.
- Familiarity with front-end development tools and languages including Javascript, React.js, Next.js,
HTLM, CSS, and REST API's. - Familiarity with online hosting tools such as Vercel, Pantheon, Netlify, and AWS.
- Experience with agile workflows and methodology and workflow-management software such as Asana or similar.
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