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 shows annually, mounted in three large gallery spaces each year. 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:

  • With support from an advisory committee, 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, panels, demonstrations, etc., to engage and expand audiences.
  • For juried shows (2-3/year) manage all aspects of the process, including juror selection, posting the call on CaFE, communication and contracting with participating artists, and coordinating  shipping.
  • Propose artists and guest curators whose work will elevate and expand the viewer experience;
  • Design and install (with assistance) each exhibition;
  • Work with the Marketing Director to support 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. Three to four years of gallery or museum experience, and success in managing community engagement programs. Knowledge of fiber arts and artists helpful. Proficiency in MSWord suite of programs. Detail oriented, excellent communication skills, and an energetic and professional approach to this work. Understanding of the regional art scene a plus.  


Salary & Benefits

FT salaried position, $50-$52K, plus benefits.


To apply, please send a cover letter, resume three references, and to cunderhill@SchweinfurthArtCenter.org. EOE.

No phone calls, please.