JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Full-time professional opportunity:

Director of Exhibitions and Community Engagement

The Schweinfurth Art Center, located in Auburn NY, seeks a fulltime, professional Director of Exhibitions & Community Engagement to oversee all aspects of 12 – 14 contemporary art shows annually, presented in three large galleries. The Art Center is internationally known for its focus on fiber arts, including an annual juried art quilt show considered one of the top five in the country. The balance of the exhibition schedule includes a wide range of media selected through both juried calls and curatorial selections, and a robust schedule of artist-focused programs designed to broaden and deepen viewer engagement. 

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Work with an advisory committee to develop and implement the annual exhibition schedule, including three recurring shows, and manage the workflow related to this schedule;
  • Develop and implement both onsite and virtual programs related to exhibitions, including opening receptions, artist talks, panel discussions, artist demonstrations, etc., to engage and expand audiences, and contextualize the work presented;
  • For juried shows (typically two/year) manage all aspects of the process, including juror(s) selection and contracts, creating calls for art on CaFE, and responsible for communication and contracting with participating artists, and related tasks;
  • Propose artists and guest curators whose work will elevate and expand the viewer experience, and draw community members and visitors to the Art Center;
  • Design all exhibition installations, and install works with preparator assistance;
  • Work with the Marketing Director to support exhibition and related program promotion across all media channels, and engage participating artists in promotion;
  • Develop and manage the exhibitions and engagement budget, including writing occasional grants pertaining to exhibitions and engagement, and coordinating with the Art Center team to identify and pursue other sources of support. 
  • Attend and oversee all public programs related to exhibitions and engagement, which will occasionally include evenings and weekends.


Qualifications:
BS or BA required, MA in Museum Studies or related degree preferred.  Two to four years of gallery or museum experience required; experience in community engagement programs preferred. Knowledge of fiber arts and artists a plus.  Proficiency in all MSWord programs expected. Organized, detail oriented, excellent communication skills, and an energetic and professional approach to presenting innovative work and building viewer engagement.     


Salary & Benefits

FT salaried position, $50-$52K, plus benefits. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to cunderhill@SchweinfurthArtCenter.org. All qualified applicants will receive serious consideration. No phone calls please. EOE