erika.katayama
04-20-2018, 09:18 AM
A vital member of Dallas Contemporary’s Senior Staff, the Director of Exhibitions serves as the senior curator and manager for all exhibitions operations at Dallas Contemporary
Responsibilities:
Exhibitions
Manage all details with regard to exhibitions and installations in four galleries as well as satellite exhibition projects outside the building/in the community
Organize and schedule exhibitions for the four galleries
Oversee installation and de-installation of exhibitions
Develop and manage budgets for exhibitions
Oversee staff responsible for arranging crating, shipping, insurance, contracts, travel policies and artwork loan agreements
Work with a variety of vendors and companies during the process of production of exhibitions (fabricators, custom framers, painters, etc.)
Collaborate with Director of Learning to coordinate wall text, brochure content, and artist talks
Maintain exhibitions for their duration
Administration/Community Outreach
Attend senior staff meetings and help shape the institution’s administration and creative vision
Serve as a spokesperson for Dallas Contemporary in the community and beyond
Moderate artist panels and discussions
External Affairs/PR/Development
Contribute to press releases on exhibitions
Provide interviews to local, national and international media contacts
Collaborate with development team for grant and sponsorship proposals
Cultivate relationships with museum sponsors
Supervisor
Supervises 2 adjunct curators, 1-3 curatorial Assistants, contract installers/art handlers
RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent writing and public speaking abilities
Personable demeanor
Knowledge of museum management, collections/exhibitions management, curatorial principles and practices
Possesses high level of attention to detail, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines
Maintains highest standards of integrity, including confidentiality of privileged information
Highly motivated, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and to work independently as well as in a team environment
Qualifying Education and Experience
Master’s degree in fine arts, arts administration or related field required
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a museum or commercial gallery environment preferred
Responsibilities:
Exhibitions
Manage all details with regard to exhibitions and installations in four galleries as well as satellite exhibition projects outside the building/in the community
Organize and schedule exhibitions for the four galleries
Oversee installation and de-installation of exhibitions
Develop and manage budgets for exhibitions
Oversee staff responsible for arranging crating, shipping, insurance, contracts, travel policies and artwork loan agreements
Work with a variety of vendors and companies during the process of production of exhibitions (fabricators, custom framers, painters, etc.)
Collaborate with Director of Learning to coordinate wall text, brochure content, and artist talks
Maintain exhibitions for their duration
Administration/Community Outreach
Attend senior staff meetings and help shape the institution’s administration and creative vision
Serve as a spokesperson for Dallas Contemporary in the community and beyond
Moderate artist panels and discussions
External Affairs/PR/Development
Contribute to press releases on exhibitions
Provide interviews to local, national and international media contacts
Collaborate with development team for grant and sponsorship proposals
Cultivate relationships with museum sponsors
Supervisor
Supervises 2 adjunct curators, 1-3 curatorial Assistants, contract installers/art handlers
RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent writing and public speaking abilities
Personable demeanor
Knowledge of museum management, collections/exhibitions management, curatorial principles and practices
Possesses high level of attention to detail, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines
Maintains highest standards of integrity, including confidentiality of privileged information
Highly motivated, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and to work independently as well as in a team environment
Qualifying Education and Experience
Master’s degree in fine arts, arts administration or related field required
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in a museum or commercial gallery environment preferred