Creative Account Manager (Artist Partnerships)
Clarendon Fine Art | Lichfield, Staffordshire
Bring creativity to life. Shape the careers of exceptional artists. Influence the UK’s leading contemporary art business.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of creativity, commercial thinking and relationship management. Whether your background is in artist management, creative account management, client services, brand management or project delivery within a creative agency or premium brand, this role offers the chance to work with internationally recognised artists whilst helping shape the future of the UK's most successful contemporary art businesses.
You'll become the trusted partner to a portfolio of artists, leading launches, events and campaigns from concept through to delivery, collaborating with talented creative, marketing and commercial teams, and playing a key role in growing both artist brands and commercial success.
Clarendon Fine Art is the UK’s leading gallery group and one of the world’s largest contemporary art networks, representing internationally acclaimed, award-winning and emerging artists. As we approach the opening of our 100th gallery, we continue to evolve our position as a market leader within the contemporary art world , combining exceptional artwork, premium client experiences and ambitious commercial growth. We are passionate about connecting people with art that inspires, excites and creates lasting emotional connection. To support our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced, commercially aware and creatively driven Artist Programme Manager to join our Head Office team in Lichfield.
This is a dynamic and influential role responsible for managing a portfolio of artists, developing strategic campaigns, driving brand growth and ensuring the successful execution of launches, exhibitions and commercial initiatives across the business. Working collaboratively across Creative, Marketing, Sales and Gallery teams, you will act as a key ambassador for your artist portfolio, balancing creative integrity with commercial opportunity to maximise both artist and business success
Main Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a portfolio of internationally recognised and emerging artists, building strong and trusted relationships whilst supporting both their creative and commercial growth.
- Support the Head of Artist Programme Management and Chief Creative Officer in delivering artist strategies and campaigns aligned to wider business objectives.
- Lead the planning, coordination and execution of artist launches, exhibitions and collection releases from concept through to delivery.
- Drive artist brand growth and commercial performance through strategic planning, campaign activation and close collaboration with Gallery and Sales teams.
- Oversee artwork selection, buying, consigning and curation for exhibitions, launches and events.
- Act as a guardian of both the artist’s vision and the Clarendon brand, ensuring all activity is delivered with authenticity, consistency and premium standards.
- Work closely with Marketing teams to develop campaign timelines, launch plans, communications and activation strategies.
- Inspire and educate teams across the business, helping to build knowledge, confidence and enthusiasm around your artist portfolio.
- Support gallery teams with artist storytelling, collector engagement and client experience initiatives.
- Analyse portfolio performance, sales trends and market insights to identify opportunities for growth and future development.
- Build strong collaborative relationships across departments and act as a key point of influence across the wider business.
- Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor activity and emerging talent within the contemporary art world.
- Attend relevant exhibitions, launches, fairs and artist events across the UK where required.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be highly organised, commercially aware and passionate about contemporary art, with the ability to confidently manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
You will bring:
- A relevant art, creative or business qualification, or equivalent industry experience (desirable)
- Experience within the art, luxury, creative or premium brand sector (desirable)
- A genuine passion for contemporary art, culture and emerging trends (desirable)
- Strong account and relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills (essential)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging at executive level (essential)
- Strong project management capability and attention to detail (essential)
- The ability to balance creative thinking with commercial decision-making (essential)
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach (essential)
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and performance data (essential)
- The ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple teams (essential)
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across our gallery network where required (essential)
Why Join Clarendon Fine Art?
- Be part of one of the world’s largest and fastest growing contemporary art businesses.
- Work with internationally recognised and emerging artists across a diverse and exciting portfolio.
- Join a collaborative, ambitious and creatively driven culture.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Generous employee artwork discount scheme.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Access to a Employee Assistance Programmes and Virtual GP.
- Additional employee benefits and discounts across retail, hospitality, leisure and lifestyle brands.
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Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- What is your notice period?
- The salary range for this role is £30,000 - £40,000. Please confirm what you desired base is.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lichfield WS14 9NW
