The J. Paul Getty Trust

Highly Engaged Employees

The J. Paul Getty Trust, founded in 1953, stands as a premier international cultural and philanthropic institution dedicated to the visual arts. Operating within the museum and art gallery sector, the organization encompasses the J. Paul Getty Museum, the Getty Research Institute, the Getty Conservation Institute, and the Getty Foundation. Its mission focuses on advancing the understanding and preservation of art through rigorous research, conservation science, and public engagement.

With a workforce of 1,000-5,000 employees, the institution maintains a significant operational footprint. The J. Paul Getty Trust manages its diverse portfolio of programs, including grant initiatives, conservation projects, and public information management, across two primary locations: the Getty Center in Los Angeles and the Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades. These sites serve as hubs for scholarly research and public access to extensive art collections, supported by an annual revenue of $156.3M.

The organization competes with major cultural entities such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the American Museum of Natural History. By leveraging its expertise in conservation and public programming, the trust maintains a robust presence in the global cultural landscape. Meet The J. Paul Getty Trust's team to explore the leadership driving these initiatives and the professional expertise behind their ongoing commitment to cultural preservation and educational outreach.