President

The Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), a leading independent college of art and design, seeks a collaborative and strategic president to lead in this pivotal moment. Deeply committed to access, MCAD offers an innovative curriculum across a multitude of programs that prepares all students to find both personal and professional purpose as creative leaders.

With deep roots in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MCAD offers four-year undergraduate degrees, an MFA degree, online master’s degrees, and pre-and post-college continuing education. The innovative curriculum allows students to build career skills alongside their technical and professional skills as artists and designers and offers programs across design, fine arts, media arts, and arts entrepreneurship. Approximately 800 students from 45 states call MCAD home, where undergraduates live on campus in their first two years. Roughly 100 faculty, renowned for their ingenuity, expertise, and commitment to teaching, are the bedrock of an MCAD education. Students, faculty, and staff identify strongly as members of an MCAD community wherein the residents feel deeply connected to one another, invested in their collective success and proud of the assembled creative talent and leadership. 

The president will join the community in a significant moment. The last chapter has seen significant work on both the curriculum and institutional infrastructure. Enrollment is growing. Connectivity with the community surrounding the College has deepened. It is an institution poised to take the next step in its progression. Yet the last chapter has not been without challenge. The impact on budget and staffing levels resulting from the pandemic is still felt on campus. The next president must grow revenue and strengthen the resources and support available to students. They will foster strategic decision-making and promote coalescence around a vision; evince a deep commitment to student, faculty, and staff well-being; and be a tireless champion of MCAD in the community, growing philanthropic support. They are a gifted communicator, collaborative by nature, and able to drive ideation through implementation to impact. 

COMPENSATION AND LOCATION 

Salary range: $375,000- $450,000

Location: Residing within daily commutable distance of campus is essential.

Benefits:  The position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, and 403(b) retirement plans, commuter benefits, and employer paid basic life insurance policy, short term and long-term disability coverage.

TO APPLY 

Confidential inquiries, nominations, and/or resumes with cover letters may be directed electronically below. 

Ben Tobin and Sheryl Ash are leading this search with Andy Marshall.

MCAD is an equal opportunity employer and educator.