🎨 Art Manager – Kidlavie Nebraska LLC Location: 3001 S 144th St, Omaha, NE 68144 Job Type: Full-Time (Weekdays + Weekends as needed) Reports to: General Manager / Corporate Office

✨ Position Summary

The Art Manager at Kidlavie Nebraska is responsible for creating a vibrant, imaginative, and safe visual environment for our family entertainment and indoor playground space. This role oversees all mural work, creative installations, themed décor, and coordination with artists or contractors. The Art Manager ensures that every part of the facility reflects the Kidlavie brand — colorful, fun, and inspirational for children and families.

🧩 Key Responsibilities

🎨 Creative Direction & Execution

Design and oversee murals, wall art, and creative installations

Maintain and update existing murals and décor as needed

Develop new visual concepts in line with the Kidlavie brand

Review and approve work by external muralists and contractors

🛠️ Project Management

Manage all art-related projects including planning, budgeting, material sourcing, and timelines

Coordinate with contractors, mural painters, and vendors

Ensure installations are completed safely and outside peak guest hours

Document project progress with before/after photos

🔍 Quality & Safety Oversight

Ensure all materials and installations meet playground safety standards

Use non-toxic, child-safe paint and supplies

Inspect art features regularly for wear, peeling, or damage

Schedule prompt repairs to maintain a safe and inviting environment

📦 Inventory & Supplies

Manage inventory of supplies including paint, brushes, equipment, and décor

Request restocking as needed and maintain organized storage

👥 Team & Collaboration

Lead and supervise assistant artists or temporary mural contractors

Collaborate with the General Manager and Play Supervisors

Prepare design drafts and concepts for approval

Support holiday themes, birthday rooms, and special event décor

📚 Qualifications

Required

Proven experience as an Art Manager, Mural Artist, Illustrator, or similar role

Strong portfolio of large-scale art or mural work

Ability to sketch, design, and execute creative concepts

Knowledge of safe, commercial-quality art materials

Strong project and time management skills

Ability to work early mornings or evenings for installations

Preferred

Experience in children’s museums, family entertainment centers, playgrounds, or themed environments

Experience supervising contractors or creative teams

Basic construction or set-building skills

🎁 Employee Benefits (What You’ll Get)

🎟️ Free Park Tickets for family members on approved dates 🍽️ Employee Discounts on meals 📚 Free Training & Certification Programs, including food safety courses ⬆️ Opportunities for advancement as Kidlavie grows 🎉 A supportive, fun, and fast-paced work environment inside a family-oriented venue ⭐ Flexible scheduling & competitive pay