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Position Overview:

The Events Experience Manager-Car Shows will work with the Events Operations Manager to plan, organize, and execute exceptional event experiences. As the Events Experience Manager-Car Shows, you will be a vital part of our team, responsible for creating immersive experiences that promote our mission. This role requires a creative, organized, and result-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering memorable events that align with our brand values. The Events Experience Manager-Car Shows will manage auto show programs, consisting of 20+ shows per year, as well as specialty shows on the GCM campus. The ideal candidate has a strong background in event management, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive event strategies, aligning with GCM’s brand identity and business objectives.
• Manage partner museum expectations in implementing and supporting their goals. Holds partner museum and associated vendors accountable for deliverables by overseeing their performance. Maintains responsibility for effectively communicating strategic directions to external partners.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing and external partners, to ensure the seamless execution of events.
• Source and manage event vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee event logistics, including AV setup, and transportation.
• Develops or modifies the video, print, digital, or other creative assets that support the different program areas of responsibility, including auto show display properties.
• Develop and manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective event planning.
• Integrates new technologies into the program to increase the return on investment and consumer engagement with the brand.
• Utilize social media and marketing channels to promote events and maximize attendance.
• Lead event registration, attendee management, and post-event evaluations to measure success and gather feedback.
• Communicates the goals and strategies of the auto shows and events to GCM staff and leverages their resources as necessary, including staff support, vehicle use, and local retailer participation.
• Determines variety of aspects of auto shows and events, such as space and display formats/designs, materials logistics, event staffing, and live presentations.
• Establish relationships with key industry partners and local organizations to enhance event reach and impact.
• Stay current with event trends, technologies, and competitor activities to keep GCM at the forefront of event innovation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, event management, or a related field.

5+ years of event planning experience, preferably in the automotive industry.

Proven track record of planning and executing successful events with a focus on delivering memorable experiences.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently. 
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. 
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed for event execution. 
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership and staff development skills, ability to effectively manage at least one (1) direct report
• Excellent ability to effectively communicate with all levels within GCM, our partners, and our communities, both verbally and in writing.
• Highly skilled at cross functional efforts and teamwork.
• Understanding of budgeting concepts and guidelines.
• Knowledge of community networks and nonprofit operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and customer relation/communication skills (verbal and written) as well as ability to adapt to change.
• Tact and diplomacy to gain cooperation and problem-solving and negotiation skills to overcome daily problematic customer, vendor, or employee situations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains business relationships with auto show partners.
• Maintains knowledge of competing auto show and event consumer engagement programs.

Expected Salary Range: $50,000 – 55,000 salaried

Additional compensation: Salary is one part of total compensation which includes bonuses and benefits. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.
• The ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time (8+ hours/day).
• The ability to lift to 20 lbs. (with or without assistance).
• The ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, reach, stoop, and crouch.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include near, far, peripheral and depth and ability to adjust focus (with or without the use of corrective lenses).

To apply please send resume to: Kelly McConnell kmcconnell@gilmorecarmuseum.org

 

Overview

Responsible for helping to visually tell the story of our vibrant, evolving organization. This internship offers hands-on experience in capturing and producing high-quality video content that brings our member experiences, car events, and unique atmosphere to life.

The ideal candidate is a motivated storyteller with a strong eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging content across digital platforms as well as within the museum.

 

May include but not limited to:

Photo and Video Production

Assist in filming and producing video content for use across social media, the website, and internal communications.

Capture dynamic footage of member activities, events, and special moments around the campus.

Support promotional shoots and live event coverage to showcase the campus.

Take high-quality photos of food, beverages, events, and venue spaces for use on social media and marketing materials.

 

Video Editing

Edit raw footage into polished, on-brand videos optimized for various platforms.

Add music, transitions, captions, and other enhancements to elevate visual storytelling.

Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistency with the museum’s tone and messaging.

 

Social Media Content Creation

Develop short-form, high-impact videos for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Create video promos for upcoming events.

Perform social media marketing research.

Assist on influencer campaign strategy.

Respond to comments and DMs on social media platforms.

Contribute to monthly highlight reels and teaser videos to boost engagement.

 

Collaborative Projects

Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative planning with the marketing team.

Assist in storyboarding, scheduling shoots, and organizing creative assets.

Offer fresh ideas for capturing and communicating the museum’s energy, heritage, and ongoing transformation.

 

Equipment & Technical Support

Help set up and manage videography equipment (cameras, lighting, audio gear, etc.).

Organize and archive footage in a structured, accessible way.

Provide basic troubleshooting during filming as needed.

 

Event Coverage

Capture major events.

Capture behind-the-scenes content that highlights museum’s culture, people, and hospitality.

Create signage and content for museum displays, museum marketing, and events.

Help develop recap videos that showcase the success and spirit of each event.

Other Duties as Assigned.

Assist with digital content strategy and execution.

 

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a college or university program (preferably in Marketing, Communications, or related field).

Experience with editing software (Adobe Suite)

Knowledge working with cameras, tripods, microphones, and lighting gear.

Strong attention to detail and creative storytelling ability.

Self-starter with the ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Friendly, collaborative attitude with a passion for visual content and digital media.

 

Compensation: $16-$18 depending on experience.

To apply please send resume to: Kelly McConnell kmcconnell@gilmorecarmuseum.org

Director of Membership and Annual Giving

About Revs Institute

With its premier car collection located in Naples, Florida, the ARC (Archives and Research Center in Ft. Myers, Florida and a national and internal presence, Revs Institute is preserving the future of the past using the automobile as lens and legacy artifact. Revs Institute works through events, objects, authentic narratives, and practices to advocate for the historical automobile as human legacy. Revs Institute is a global resource supporting the historical and meaningful car community with programs that connect the present to the past through research, reactivation, and respect for the automobile as active matter.

Position Description
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Director of Membership and Annual Giving leads the strategy, growth, and execution of the museum’s membership and annual giving programs.

This role is responsible for building a sustainable pipeline of individual donors, strengthening member engagement, and cultivating and soliciting long-term philanthropic support aligned with the museum’s mission to be the most useful resource worldwide for the historical and meaningful car community.

The Director will design and implement innovative membership initiatives, drive annual giving programs including car adoption, and create meaningful donor experiences that deepen loyalty and increase revenue.

Key Responsibilities
 Developing and executing a comprehensive membership growth and retention strategy.
 Analyzing trends and data to increase acquisition, retention, and upgrades.
 Overseeing member communications, and stewardship touchpoints.
 Enhancing member experiences through exclusive events, previews, and behind-the scenes access.
 Designing and managing a multi channel annual giving program (personal visits, direct mail, digital, email, events, etc.).
 Setting and achieving annual fundraising goals for unrestricted and program support.

 Developing segmented campaigns targeting members, enthusiasts, collectors, and corporate supporters.
 Growing and personally managing a portfolio of 50–100 constituents annually, focusing on leadership gift solicitations. ($1,000+).
 Conducting 10-15 meaningful donor visits per month focused on cultivation, solicitation, or stewardship.
 Recruiting, training, and supporting Membership and Annual Giving volunteers, including faculty/staff, alumni, grandparents, and parents of alumni, to facilitate peer-to-peer appeals, donor engagement, and event attendance.
 Ensuring timely acknowledgment and recognition of gifts.
 Creating donor impact reports and stewardship materials.
 Partnering with marketing, curatorial, archival and education teams to connect donors to mission-driven impact.
 Managing Salesforce (CRM database) related to membership and annual giving.
 Tracking and reporting key performance metrics (renewal rates, retention, average gift, donor pipeline).
 Overseeing budgeting and revenue forecasting.
 Collaborating with marketing on campaigns, branding, and storytelling.
 Working closely with events and programming teams to integrate membership value.
 Representing the Revs Institute at community and automotive industry events.

Qualifications
 5+ years of experience in membership, annual giving and nonprofit fundraising.
 Proven success growing membership revenue, personal gift solicitation and donor retention.
 Strong understanding of CRM systems and data-driven fundraising, Salesforce experience preferred.
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 Experience in museums, cultural institutions, or enthusiast-driven organizations preferred.
 Passion for automotive history, design, or collector culture is a plus.

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae (CV) and letter of interest (LOI).

To be considered as a candidate, the LOI must include 1. Specific descriptions of how the candidate’s background matches or exceeds all minimum qualifications; 2. Why Revs.

Please submit materials to:
Matthew Bisset, Chief Development Officer at [email protected]

Nashville, TN

Curator

Reports To: Director
Areas of Responsibility: Management and Interpretation of the Collection
FLSA: Full-time
EEO Category: 1015
Salaried/Hourly: Salaried
Basic Function: To manage the collection and direct related educational opportunities for the public, in accordance with the Museum’s mission.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Oversees all aspects of the Museum’s curatorial program with respect to the Museum’s collection of automobiles, planes, boats, mono- and bicycles, motorcycles, and related materials, including objects on loan.
• Works with and directs the efforts of the Education department as it relates to the collection.
• In conjunction with the Director, develops and executes plans for the long-term preservation and exhibition of Collection objects.
• Works with staff to develop and monitor annual and long-term budgets for acquisition, preservation, restoration, exhibition, and storage of Collection objects.
• Directs the content, planning, and installation of exhibits, both permanent and temporary.
• Assists the Director in the identification of future acquisitions, assessment of current holdings, and making recommendations as to the disposition of objects no longer suited to the Museum’s Mission and Collection Plan.
• Assists the Marketing Department in the preparation of materials related to the marketing and promotion of exhibits, programs, and services.
• Oversees research on Museum objects and provides guidance in the acquisition of reference and other suitable materials for research and the library.
• Assists with the development of the Museum’s research resources as a public resource, including digitization of select materials and detailed photography.
• Responds to changing needs in the community, as well as the needs of the Museum’s visitors.
• Develops a relationship with the local, regional, and national museum community, and serves as an ambassador for the Museum in the local and professional community.
• Keeps up to date with changes in appropriate technology and curatorial techniques.

Key responsibilities shall include:

1. The planning, design, promotion, and maintenance of public exhibitions.
2. Oversees documentation, organization, and appropriate storage of Museum objects, including loaned objects.
3. Evaluation of existing and potential Museum vehicles as regards their suitability for the Collection.
4. Direction of the technical staff in the proper care of objects.
5. Review and verify the accuracy of the Museum’s descriptions of its objects, as well as those on loan. Conduct research to determine the provenance of objects when appropriate.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Library Sciences or related field required.
• Qualified applicants will have had at least three years’ experience in an automotive museum or similar setting, developing and/or facilitating curatorial programs and services.
• Strong research, organizational, and writing skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and automotive systems, restoration, and maintenance.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office programs or similar is expected; uses technology to achieve desired results.
• This position requires an outgoing, self-motivated individual who enjoys working with the public in a constructive, positive fashion resulting in appropriate resolutions of disputes and/or difficult situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to work as a member of a team as well as on your own is expected.
• Creatively handles staff resistance to implementing changes in policies and procedures.
• Has a high degree of personal and professional integrity; acts in an ethical manner and avoids conflicts of interest.
• A varied schedule, including some evenings and weekends, may be required.
• Qualified applicants will, at the Museum’s expense, take and pass a DOT physical and drug screening, as well as a background check.

Salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 and compensation is based on qualifications. Annual reviews will assess growth in job proficiency. Wages are based on a 40-hour work week. We enjoy 6 paid holidays/year, and earn 20 days/year of paid time off. Health insurance is available.

Lane Motor Museum Mission

The mission of Lane Motor Museum shall be to collect, preserve, document, and interpret a mostly European collection of automobiles and motorcycles for the public, through both static displays and active demonstrations.

Disclaimer Statement:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate description of the current position, other or different tasks may be required when and if circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments)

 

ABOUT LANE MOTOR MUSEUM
At Lane Motor Museum, visitors of all ages are introduced to a broad variety of vehicles from Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Engineering, politics, geography, economics and design are some of the ways these automobiles have been important to human history. Lane Motor Museum is a working museum with the goal of maintaining all vehicles in running order. Vehicles date from the 1920s to today and feature a variety of microcars, amphibious vehicles, military vehicles, alternative fuel vehicles, airplanes, prototypes, one-of-a-kind vehicles and motorcycles.

The Museum is located on one of Nashville’s old pikes, about halfway between our vibrant downtown and Nashville International Airport. Nashville, named an It City by Forbes and the New York Times, is a growing and dynamic Southern city – for more information about Nashville, see: https://www.nashvillechamber.com/explore/live/relocate

Applicants may reply via email with Cover Letter and Resume to: [email protected]

 Or by mail to:

 Curator

Lane Motor Museum

702 Murfreesboro Pike

Nashville, TN 37210