Assistant Curator/Project Manager (Project-Based/Termed)

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a curatorial and project management role on a number of AFA exhibitions. The role is a project based, part-time, temp-to perm position with a minimum of 20 hours per week. The successful applicant will work on exhibition development and implementation as well as the production of an accompanying publications.

The position is hybrid and requires a computer and internet access.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a commitment to advancing the AFA’s mission to expand access to art and to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion;
• Work closely with AFA Curators and Guest Curators to prepare and finalize exhibition materials including illustrated checklists, interpretive program, catalogue, and layouts;
• Collaborate with AFA Curator and Guest Curator to secure loans for exhibitions assisting with preparation and execution of all loan requests and tracking, including loan justifications and related correspondence;
• Maintain object records in Collector Systems database;
• Establish and monitor exhibition timelines and budgets,
• Communicate across departments to ensure that Marketing and Development departments have materials needed for press releases, the AFA Website, funding proposals, etc.;
• review and edit catalogue texts submitted by Guest Curator and guest authors, and review layout and design of exhibition catalogues with Manager of Publications;
• Assist with securing image files and image rights for catalogue and press related uses;
• Assist with all phases of Immunity from Judicial Seizure and United States Federal Indemnity applications;

• Conduct research for the exhibition catalogues and interpretive programs;

• Liaise with curatorial and education staff at presenting museums
• Represent the AFA at meetings, exhibition openings, and program-related events as requested.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of 20th-century European art;
• At least five years in a museum or art-related environment with experience in organizing exhibitions;
• M.A. or above in art history and/or related field;
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, and be a confident public speaker and effective negotiator;
• Exceptional organizational skills, including ability to oversee complex projects and schedules, maintain deadlines, work within budgets, set priorities;
• Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills with the ability to connect with a range of collaborators;

Salary Range: $28-$35/hour, for approximately 20-25 hours per week

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume, by January 10, 2024, via email: hr@amfedarts.org