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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Curator, Visual Arts Center----
Hiring Department:
Department of Art and Art History----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Exempt----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General NotesThe VAC is a 13,000 square-foot gallery situated in the College of Fine Arts at the University of Texas at Austin. The mission of the VAC is to provide a platform for artists, curators, and educators to experiment, test ideas, and take risks. Through their exhibitions and public programs, the VAC aims to spark generative conversations about art and contemporary society. The VAC is always free and open to the public.
This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. Even if you don't qualify or have specific experience in every facet of this role, we encourage you to apply for any role you're personally interested in and excited to drive positive change at the VAC. This position is based in Austin, Texas. If relocating from outside the area, the appointment may begin with a limited period of 100% remote work. Under normal circumstances, this position may allow for occasional instances of remote work on a limited basis.
PurposeThe Assistant Curator of the VAC is responsible for realizing exhibitions, public programs, and publication projects in collaboration with international, national, and local artists and curators, academics, and students. Working in close collaboration with the VAC director and VAC curatorial fellow, the assistant curator will develop original projects, steward traveling exhibitions, conceive public programs, and produce research and pen texts on contemporary art and artists. In addition to producing public-facing projects with students, university staff, and internationally recognized artists, the assistant curator serves as the principal contact for the annual VAC artist-in-residence (AIR), working with the artist to realize commissioned projects for presentation in a solo exhibition at the VAC.
The successful candidate must be a skilled writer, editor, and researcher with strong project management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and facility for establishing and maintaining processes for a very active program. The assistant curator reports to the director of the VAC, works collaboratively with other members of the VAC team, and will interface with faculty, staff, and students in the Department of Art and Art History and with partners across the university.
ResponsibilitiesConceive, develop, and steward the presentation of exhibitions, public programs, and publications in collaboration with the VAC director, curatorial fellow, preparator, and VAC staff.
Oversee exhibition and programming-related logistics such as developing and tracking project timelines, exhibition checklists, budgets, shipping schedules, condition reports, and contract/loan agreements with artists, partner institutions, and vendors.
Write exhibition texts, including wall labels, didactics, gallery guides, and content for use in the VAC gallery and on the VAC website, press outlets, and grant proposals.
Serve as the principal contact for the VAC's annual artist-in-residence (AIR); develop AIR exhibitions and programs in collaboration with the VAC curatorial team.
Support and engage in the VAC's fundraising efforts, including drafting grant proposals, donor asks, student fundraising campaigns, and partnerships.
Liaise with the VAC Circle and College of Fine Arts Advisory Council by participating in meetings and developing presentations and reports for all curatorial and para-curatorial projects.
Represent the VAC by participating in panels, symposia, and other forums; connect with local, national, and international peers, artists, students, and audiences.
Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in art history, museum studies, curatorial studies, or a related field.
2 years of curatorial experience at an art museum, contemporary art institution, or gallery.
Broad knowledge of contemporary art and artists.
Excellent attention to detail and impeccable organizational skills.
A passion for writing and strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and tight budgets.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Mac OS software.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Diplomacy in dealing with stressful situations.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, and follow-through in work situations.
Demonstrates ability to proofread, edit and compose correspondence.
Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and maintain a positive attitude in the workplace.
Master's degree in art history, curatorial/museum studies or a related field.
Knowledge of SketchUp a plus.
Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken).
$45,000 - $48,000 commensurate with experience.
Full-time, 40hr/week position necessitates a commitment to on-site work with remote workdays granted on a case-by-case basis.
Use of a computer/monitor, telephone, and copier daily.
Available to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
Team environment with frequent group meetings and collaborative workflows.
Cover letter
Resume and/or CV
Recent writing samples
Three professional references for consideration
Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.----
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
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.----
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents 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.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
- E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
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- Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
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