erika.katayama
03-07-2014, 09:40 AM
Manager - Manager of ExhibitionsHiring department Blanton Museum of Art (http://blantonmuseum.org/)
Monthly salary $3,834+ depending on qualifications
Hours per week 40.00 Standard from 800AM to 500PM
Posting number 14-03-05-01-9029
Job Status Open
FLSA status Exempt
Earliest Start Date 03/24/2014
Position Duration Funding expected to continue
Position open to all applicants
Location Austin (main campus)
Number of vacancies 1
General NotesNone provided
Required Application Materials
A Resume is required in order to apply
A Letter of Interest is required in order to apply.
A List of 3 References is required in order to apply.
Additional InformationPurposePosition helps oversee logistics of exhibition planning and production. Works closely with museum leadership to develop an exhibition program that aligns with the Blanton's mission and brand. Ensures exhibitions are coordinated and implemented according to internal processes and professional standards.
Essential FunctionsFacilitate the process of planning an exhibition program, working in concert with the Director of Collections and Exhibitions and other senior staff. Manage the exhibition proposal review process, helping to identify and negotiate exhibition opportunities. Coordinate exhibition committee meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas and planning documents and recording and archiving minutes. Maintain master exhibition calendar, determining dates with cross-departmental input and communicating updates and exhibition information to staff and faculty. Develop dates and all deadlines for exhibition and permanent collection rotations for checklists, floor plans, labels, text, graphics and other design elements and for all interactive materials. Help develop and maintain standardized exhibition planning documents and processes. Work closely with curatorial staff to create production schedules and monitor deadlines. Draft, negotiate and process exhibition related contracts, coordinating internal reviews and working with the Director of Finance and Administration to secure university approvals. Market and manage Blanton touring exhibitions, working closely with curators to prepare prospectuses and secure venues. Deliver exhibition materials and catalogues to venues and serve as their main staff contact. Schedule and complete follow up contact with other institutions regarding exhibition proposals sent by and to them. Oversee exhibition archives and internal and external post-exhibition reports. Coordinate completion of floor plans and other design elements for distribution, review and approval. Route labels and other didactics for review, editing and approval by established deadlines. Monitor exhibition credit lines and checklists to ensure most updated are available to staff. Coordinate meetings and activities with outside contractors. Help maintain an overview of aggregate exhibition expenditures, coordinating periodic budget review meetings as needed. Work with curators, Director of Collections and Exhibitions and Director of Finance and Administration to create budget projections for future planning purposes. Track budget expenses for each exhibition. Invoice outside institutions and track payments as needed. Contribute positive support to the Collections and Exhibitions team and work collaboratively. Coordinate with curatorial, installation, graphic design and PR and marketing staff to achieve a unified visual identity for each exhibition throughout marketing materials and the gallery experience. Coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure consistency of house style and design format in museum labels, wall texts and gallery signage. Adhere to museum policies and support management decisions in positive professional manner. Maintain confidentiality within and outside of museum.
Marginal/Incidental functionsOther related functions as assigned.
Required qualificationsBachelor's degree. Knowledge of art history. Three years experience in an exhibition management or curatorial capacity. Skilled administrator capable of working collaboratively with others and facilitating cross-departmental coordination. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about institutional mission, goals and priorities. Excellent organizational skills and a close attention to detail. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of museum standards and practices for exhibition management, general knowledge of art handling, shipping and collections care. Knowledge of computerized collection management systems such as Embark. Ability to represent the museum with a high level of integrity and professionalism. Maintains professional and businesslike appearance and demeanor. Ability to work with internal and external museum professionals, vendors and the public professionally and respectfully. Ability to be flexible and embrace changes within this position due to departmental priorities and for cross-training purposes. Ability to manage multiple projects within an ever-changing and fast-paced environment. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in art history or related field. Art museum experience in exhibition management or curatorial capacity.
Working conditionsMay work around standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity May work overtime during peak exhibition activities.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran's status, or sexual orientation. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability accommodations will be provided, as needed.
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents (http://www.utexas.edu/hr/current/services/I9docs.html) to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus (http://www.utexas.edu/tobaccofree/)
Monthly salary $3,834+ depending on qualifications
Hours per week 40.00 Standard from 800AM to 500PM
Posting number 14-03-05-01-9029
Job Status Open
FLSA status Exempt
Earliest Start Date 03/24/2014
Position Duration Funding expected to continue
Position open to all applicants
Location Austin (main campus)
Number of vacancies 1
General NotesNone provided
Required Application Materials
A Resume is required in order to apply
A Letter of Interest is required in order to apply.
A List of 3 References is required in order to apply.
Additional InformationPurposePosition helps oversee logistics of exhibition planning and production. Works closely with museum leadership to develop an exhibition program that aligns with the Blanton's mission and brand. Ensures exhibitions are coordinated and implemented according to internal processes and professional standards.
Essential FunctionsFacilitate the process of planning an exhibition program, working in concert with the Director of Collections and Exhibitions and other senior staff. Manage the exhibition proposal review process, helping to identify and negotiate exhibition opportunities. Coordinate exhibition committee meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas and planning documents and recording and archiving minutes. Maintain master exhibition calendar, determining dates with cross-departmental input and communicating updates and exhibition information to staff and faculty. Develop dates and all deadlines for exhibition and permanent collection rotations for checklists, floor plans, labels, text, graphics and other design elements and for all interactive materials. Help develop and maintain standardized exhibition planning documents and processes. Work closely with curatorial staff to create production schedules and monitor deadlines. Draft, negotiate and process exhibition related contracts, coordinating internal reviews and working with the Director of Finance and Administration to secure university approvals. Market and manage Blanton touring exhibitions, working closely with curators to prepare prospectuses and secure venues. Deliver exhibition materials and catalogues to venues and serve as their main staff contact. Schedule and complete follow up contact with other institutions regarding exhibition proposals sent by and to them. Oversee exhibition archives and internal and external post-exhibition reports. Coordinate completion of floor plans and other design elements for distribution, review and approval. Route labels and other didactics for review, editing and approval by established deadlines. Monitor exhibition credit lines and checklists to ensure most updated are available to staff. Coordinate meetings and activities with outside contractors. Help maintain an overview of aggregate exhibition expenditures, coordinating periodic budget review meetings as needed. Work with curators, Director of Collections and Exhibitions and Director of Finance and Administration to create budget projections for future planning purposes. Track budget expenses for each exhibition. Invoice outside institutions and track payments as needed. Contribute positive support to the Collections and Exhibitions team and work collaboratively. Coordinate with curatorial, installation, graphic design and PR and marketing staff to achieve a unified visual identity for each exhibition throughout marketing materials and the gallery experience. Coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure consistency of house style and design format in museum labels, wall texts and gallery signage. Adhere to museum policies and support management decisions in positive professional manner. Maintain confidentiality within and outside of museum.
Marginal/Incidental functionsOther related functions as assigned.
Required qualificationsBachelor's degree. Knowledge of art history. Three years experience in an exhibition management or curatorial capacity. Skilled administrator capable of working collaboratively with others and facilitating cross-departmental coordination. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically about institutional mission, goals and priorities. Excellent organizational skills and a close attention to detail. Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of museum standards and practices for exhibition management, general knowledge of art handling, shipping and collections care. Knowledge of computerized collection management systems such as Embark. Ability to represent the museum with a high level of integrity and professionalism. Maintains professional and businesslike appearance and demeanor. Ability to work with internal and external museum professionals, vendors and the public professionally and respectfully. Ability to be flexible and embrace changes within this position due to departmental priorities and for cross-training purposes. Ability to manage multiple projects within an ever-changing and fast-paced environment. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in art history or related field. Art museum experience in exhibition management or curatorial capacity.
Working conditionsMay work around standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity May work overtime during peak exhibition activities.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran's status, or sexual orientation. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability accommodations will be provided, as needed.
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification form, I-9. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents (http://www.utexas.edu/hr/current/services/I9docs.html) to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus (http://www.utexas.edu/tobaccofree/)