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Associate Director of Exhibitions and Programs

1 month ago


Amherst, Massachusetts, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director to join our team at the UMass Fine Arts Center. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing exhibits and educational programs held at the Augusta Savage Gallery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement artistic programs for the Augusta Savage Gallery, including exhibitions, artist talks, and community engagement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with UMass faculty, academic departments, Student Affairs, and community partners to develop and support public art and community art-making activities.
  • Manage the gallery's budget, including creating annual budgets, writing grant proposals, and overseeing payments to artists, vendors, and contractors.
  • Oversee the preparatory duties of the gallery, including transporting, installing, and striking exhibitions.
  • Responsible for the management of Augusta Savage facilities, office, and staff, including the facility's physical integrity and security.
  • Hire, train, teach, and supervise Teaching Assistants (TAs) and student employees in procedures, policies, and professional practices.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree plus 3-5 years of professional experience in gallery or museum exhibition planning and curation.
  • Demonstrated interest and understanding of contemporary art issues in general and in art by African-American and/or African Diasporic artists or cultures specifically.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Experience working with a diverse population of students, artists, and audiences.
  • Strong organizational and writing skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • MFA in visual arts.
  • Experience in a higher education environment and/or administration.
  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience with media relations and graphic design and production.