Associate Director of the Augusta Savage Gallery
2 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Director to join our team at the Augusta Savage Gallery at UMass Amherst. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing exhibits and educational programs held at the gallery.
Key Responsibilities- Envision and implement bold and impactful exhibitions that enhance student life and deepen understanding and appreciation of African-American or African diasporic arts and visual culture.
- Develop, plan, and implement artistic programs for the Augusta Savage Gallery within budget guidelines and in accordance with university policies and procedures.
- Identify new opportunities to support and develop public art and community art-making activities.
- Support collaborations with UMass faculty, academic departments, Student Affairs, the Five College community, and community partners.
- Create annual budgets, write grant proposals, and be responsible for payments to artists, vendors, curators, and contractors.
- Implement and coordinate activities associated with the Gallery, including receptions and artist talks.
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing to deliver marketing and publicity for the Gallery.
- Oversee the preparatory duties of the gallery, including transporting, installing, and striking exhibitions.
- Responsible for 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.
- 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.
- Time flexibility is essential; must be able to work nights and weekends.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- MFA in visual arts.
- Experience in a higher education environment and/or administration.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with media relations and graphic design and production.
Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM. Occasional nights and weekends.
Salary InformationLevel 26. PSU Hiring Ranges.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease apply online and provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Search will remain open until a suitable candidate pool has been identified.
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