Grant Manager
Build programs, organizations, and partnerships that strengthen the arts.
At a Glance
Suggested Major
Art History
Suggested Minor
Public Administration or Business
Degree Level
Bachelor’s degree; portfolio and experience are important
Career Areas
Arts leadership, nonprofit management, public culture
Work Settings
Nonprofits, government agencies, arts councils, foundations, cultural organizations
Best For Students Who…
Enjoy leadership, planning, partnerships, and building sustainable arts programs
What Does an Grant Manager Do?
Grant Managers work at the intersection of arts leadership, nonprofit management, public culture. They use creative, analytical, and collaborative skills to develop projects, services, experiences, or programs that respond to the needs of audiences, clients, organizations, or communities.
How You Build This Path
1. Build Your Arts Foundation
Develop core knowledge and practical skills through the Art History major, including project-based work and professional preparation.
2. Add Complementary Knowledge
Use the Public Administration minor to add a second area of expertise that strengthens preparation for this career.
3. Gain Experience + Build Your Next Step
Gain experience researching funding opportunities, writing proposals, tracking budgets, and reporting outcomes for nonprofits or arts organizations.
Skills You May Develop
Related Major + Minor Combinations
Art History + Public Administration = Arts Administrator
Art History + Public Administration = Arts Advocate
Art History + Public Administration = Arts Consultant
Degree & Experience Info
This career typically requires a graduate degree.
Gain experience researching funding opportunities, writing proposals, tracking budgets, and reporting outcomes for nonprofits or arts organizations. Successful grant work and strong project-management skills can lead to larger funding portfolios. Students seeking advanced preparation can continue at FSU. FSU offers the MA in Arts Administration. FSU Art History BA students can pursue the combined pathway to the MA in Arts Administration, completing both degrees in as little as 5 years