Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission to empower artists and the community through art education and engagement. We're looking for community members to supporting Gage at our Annual Gala & Auction.

If you're looking to:

• Share your unique skills, passion, and enthusiasm
• Act as ambassador for the organization
• Build meaningful connections
• Embrace opportunities to learn and have fun

Then we would greatly appreciate your support ensuring our Annual Gala & Auction are a success - please fill out this form! 

Thank you for your interest in teaching with Gage Academy of Art! We are not currently taking in any new instructors at this time. But you are more than welcome to submit an application for opportunities that may open in the future. Because of the number of submissions, we will not be able to respond to each application. After filling out the form, you can also email your resume and cover letter to info@gageacademy.org. 

Director of Finance & Operations

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position is a leadership role that collaborates across the organization to align financial, operational, HR and technology support with Gage’s mission. The Director of Finance and Operations is a strategic thinker who creates and implements systems that ensure smooth operations, a healthy and effective work culture, and a sound financial foundation for the organization.

GAGE MISSION & BELIEF:
Gage Academy of Art strives to educate, enrich, and engage artists and the community in the visual arts. Gage offers instruction in principles of drawing, painting, and sculpting and is dedicated to helping students of all ages and skill levels realize themselves as artists in contemporary society.

At Gage Academy of Art, we believe that artists are made, not born. And that high-quality art education is an essential part of a strong, flourishing community.

BACKGROUND:
Gage has locations in a new, custom-built facility in South Lake Union and in Georgetown. We are in an exciting growth period for the organization as we are establishing a new campus in SLU and expanding our footprint in Georgetown in order to grow our audiences and programs.

Gage staff are the most important asset in creating our rich environment for learning and experiencing art. Our staff, faculty, and instructors receive outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities in an environment of passion, respect, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and urban vibrancy.

Guided by our leadership team of staff and faculty and an engaged volunteer board of directors, Gage Academy of Art is reimagining the organization for growth in new and expanded locations and thinking beyond current societal challenges.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are a Community Advocate who loves to learn about people’s passions and align those passions to Gage’s mission.
• You are a Collaborator who likes to be part of a small, cohesive administrative team and nurture team members’ talents and knowledge to help advance the organization.
• You are Creative, thinking of innovative approaches to enhance the employee experience and to budgeting and financial tracking.
• You know the Impact of Arts Learning because, either personally or professionally, you have experienced how the arts can enhance social, emotional, and cognitive development at any age.
• You believe that Art is Essential to thriving cities and should be Accessible for All.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Finance (50%)

• Drive and present on financial planning, forecasting, cash flow management, and budgeting to align with Gage’s strategic priorities and to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Create dynamic financial reports, models, and analysis that inform key business decisions including pricing, financial aid, fundraising, marketing and programming initiatives.
• Organize the annual budgeting process, set timelines, outline assumptions, update departmental budget workbooks, and develop presentations. Monitor budget progress and updates.
• Oversee the organization’s financial status. Keep Executive Director and department leaders informed and propose solutions to mitigate any financial risks.
• Oversee systems for expense monitoring including reviewing, approval, and appropriately coding vendor invoicing, contractor payments, and credit card expenses.
• Manage accounts receivables for atelier tuition and fee-for-service activities (venue rental, team building, workplace classes.)
• Support contract accountant in preparing the annual audit and tax filings process by responding to request for supporting documentation. Update internal fiscal controls as needed.
• Manage bank, investment, and retirement accounts. Coordinate the updating of key signatories as needed, make deposits and transfers, review bank services and fees, and provide recommendations for any updates or changes as needed.

Human Resources (25%)

• Using the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), coordinate human resources functions including onboarding/offboarding, orientation, the development and annual scheduling of performance evaluations.
• Run payroll and use HRIS to oversee salary and benefits calculations and adjustments.
• Support department leads on the hiring process including helping to develop job postings and interview questions, vet and schedule candidates for interviews.
• Research compensation benchmarking, leveling, and compensation strategy.
• Coordinate regular reviews/revisions of the employment procedures and policies and job descriptions.
• With the staff, develop plans for and coordinate professional development opportunities that benefit both individual staff and organizational growth.
• Review and update independent artist contracts as needed, ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws for independent contractors.
• Manage the distribution and collection of contracts and accompanying forms (e.g. W9 and business/vendor credentials)

Business Operations (25%)

• Supervise and coach staff who provide back-end daily operations support, including staff managing the facilities, AV, IT/database to ensure effective acquisition and upkeep to physical and technological infrastructure
• Identify and execute the implementation of workflow project management tools which integrate with or complement current systems (MS365, Salesforce, Rippling, etc.)
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to establish KPIs for a Management Dashboard. Lead on data collection and analysis to measure successes and identify challenges.
• Assist Executive Director in communicating KPI measurement to staff, board, donors, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead the cross-departmental implementation of a new CRM (Salesforce) and supervise staff (or contractors) serving as database system administrators and data managers.
• Coordinate the annual review and renewal of Gage’s business licenses and insurance, including medical, dental, general liability and directors and officer’s insurance.

QUALIFICATIONS:
We place a high value on commitment, trustworthiness, diversity, and a growth mindset coupled with professional experience.

Required

• 5-7 years in progressive experience in business administration, financial management and/or operations in the nonprofit, arts, or education sector.
• Experience leading budget development process.
• Experience in financial reporting including: forecasting and cash flow analysis, and ability to analyze and explain complex financial information.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Sharepoint.
• Experience in HR functions including: recruiting, onboarding, training, and offboarding of employees, creating and reviewing job descriptions, leading performance appraisals, and benefits review.
• Understanding administrative, facilities, and technology infrastructure needs of a non-profit organization
• Project and staff management experience
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of non-profit accounting, GAAP standards, non-profit auditing process. CPA license a plus.
• Experience managing bank accounts and investment portfolios
• Experience with financial management software (preferably Quickbooks, Ramp, Bill.com, and Kulturra)
• Experience using a Human Resource Information System (preferably Rippling)
• Experience with CRM database configuration, use, and report generation (preferably Salesforce)
• Understanding and/or experience participating in team workflow planning and organizational development

GAGE’S BENEFITS
Full time, regular employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental and vision, and an ORCA transit pass, with monthly deductions. Employees will also receive 14 vacation days in the first year, 13 paid holidays, and 11 sick days. After one year, employees can enroll in Gage’s Simple IRA retirement plan. A free quarterly class or workshop (on a waitlist basis).

GAGE’S COMMITMENT TO EQUITABLE HIRING PRACTICES
At Gage, we embrace our team’s diverse experiences and perspectives, and we strive to be reflective of the community we serve. We empower our team to be their authentic selves and always be open to learning from one another. We foster an inclusive and equitable environment where all members of our community – including staff, students, faculty, and a broad spectrum of Gage supporters – are treated with dignity and respect. Our hiring practices are reflective of these values: As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran, neurodiversity or disability status, or genetic information.

HOW TO APPLY: Please apply here send a cover letter to hr@gageacademy.org.
Priority review will be given to applications received by September 15, 2025. The position is open until filled.

Program Monitors receive a 70% discount off tuition of their designated class(es) in exchange for assisting instructors. The studio monitor needs to be dedicated to the class dates and fully understand the requirements before applying. Gage accepts monitor applications on a rolling basis for both online and in-person classes and workshops. Awarded monitors will receive an email with additional instructions for registering. To apply, please read the requirements below and fill out an application to be considered.

Read and download the Gage Monitor Handbook here.

REQUIRED:

• ONLINE PROGRAMS: Knowledge and experience of Zoom meeting software, Facebook private groups, and ability to troubleshoot technical issues during online class sessions.
• IN-PERSON PROGRAMS: Setting up classroom and materials/equipment, assisting instructor during class.
• Must be available at least 1 hour before and after class for any additional tasks requested by instructor.

Please fill out a Studio Monitor Application Form

For any questions, please email vu.a@gageacademy.org.

Gage Academy of Art is always searching for experienced figure and portrait models. Models are essential at Gage Academy where drawing, painting, and sculpture relies on live models in the classroom. Gage is looking for models of all genders, ethnicities, ages, backgrounds, and sizes to enhance the learning experience and visual vocabulary.

We consider and hire models as needed and on a rolling basis. We encourage interested models to fill out the Model Application to be considered for a future figure or portrait modeling positions at Gage. Only fully completed applications will be considered.

Read and download the Gage Life Room Etiquette document here.

Image by Andrei Kozlov

No available positions at this current time.

Gage Academy of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Gage Academy of Art

For nearly 30 years Gage Academy of Art, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, has been serving the community with inspired programs and events for artists of all ages and abilities. Unapologetically independent and fiercely committed to excellence, Gage Academy believes that artists are made, not born, and offers instruction in the principles of drawing, painting and sculpting delivered by brilliant teaching artists. The school has two campuses in South Lake Union and Georgetown, and offers flexible class schedules with a variety of programs ranging from classes, lectures and workshops to full-time study. Featuring year-round adult programs in drawing, painting and sculpting, Gage is also home to public art events, lectures, youth programming, tours and exhibitions.