Jim Hendricks
Director of Marketing & Communications
After three-and-a-half decades in the newspaper business, I wanted to be in a position where I could promote something positive and special in the community.
While covering a story for an exhibition at the Albany Museum of Art—an organization I had always respected and admired—I learned the museum was looking for a marketing director. I expressed interest and the AMA took a chance on me.
Leaving the only professional arena I had ever known was a major life change, but it has been rewarding. At the AMA, I have found an extended family, challenging work, the chance to continue learning and develop new skills, and a place where everyone is respected. Not many people can say they love coming to work every day, but I do.
YEAR HIRED: 2018
EXPERIENCE: The Albany Herald Editor (2005-2018), Managing Editor (1999-2005), Metro Editor (1996-98), Farm Editor (1993-96), Assistant City Editor (1991-93), Staff Writer (1983-90).
EDUCATION: B.A., English with a concentration in Journalism; B.A., Art, Valdosta State College (now University)
