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ASSOCIATE CURATOR

REQUIREMENTS

Education: M.A. or equivalent degree preferred

Experience: Museum curatorial or live event programming experience. Demonstrated initiative and discernment, as well as project management skills and experience managing junior staff.

Skills: Knowledge and competence to conceive, initiate, direct, and produce all manner of public and live event programming. Knowledge of basic office procedures and management skills. Knowledge of a foreign language, especially German, needed for project related work.

The MoMA PS1 Associate Curator will work closely with the Curator and the Director to develop, define and execute a program of live events and public programs at MoMA PS1.

Qualified candidates will possess at least a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years’ experience in curatorial or programming positions.

Candidates should possess superior judgment, high level of professionalism, initiative, and strong verbal and written communication capabilities. Candidate should have proven experience in managing a program of performances, events, and good computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


RESPONSIBILITIES

The Associate Curator will:

-Oversee the organization and execution of all MoMA PS1 event programming, including recurring events (e.g. Warm Up music series) as well as workshops, artist lectures, performances and other special events.

-Work with the Curator and the Director to conceptualize a strategic, overarching, distinct institutional profile for live programming in the multidisciplinary context that the museum offers.

-Actively promote and nurture strong intra-institutional working relationships between curatorial, development, special events, and communications staff at both MoMA PS1 and The Museum of Modern Art.

-Manage junior curatorial and support staff involved in the production of the events organized under the leadership of the Associate Curator.

-Liaise with artists and organizations represented in related programs.

-Remain informed of current activities in contemporary art and practice through sustained research and exposure to cultural happenings, initiatives, and organizations, with the ultimate goal of making recommendations to senior staff.

-Perform any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

SUPERVISES: Curatorial assistants, interns and support staff as assigned

REPORTS TO: Director

HOW TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to employment_ps1(at)moma.org and include “Associate Curator” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
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MoMA PS1 is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

Website: http://momaps1.org

CURATORIAL ASSISTANT/DEPARTMENT COORDINATOR

Note: This is a 2 year grant funded position.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years’ experience in administrative positions or equivalent. Candidates should possess superior judgment, high level of professionalism, initiative, and strong verbal and written communication capabilities. Candidate should have proven experience in managing a program of performances, events, and Good PC skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Contemporary Art background is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Curatorial Assistant/Department Coordinator will:

-Oversee the organization and maintenance of Curatorial Department functioning.

-Assist the Director and Senior Curatorial Staff with all manner of exhibition development, research, and coordination, including administrative work in the context of curatorial functions such as bibliographic and biographical research, publication research, preparation, and coordination, MoMA acquisitions, and other general curatorial inquiries.

-Actively promote and nurture strong intra-institutional working relationships between development, publications, special events, communications at both MoMA PS1 and the Museum of Modern Art.

-Liaises with artists and organizations represented in related programs

-Coordinates with the Registrar work that relates to the care of displayed artwork, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required by the curators in the maintenance of gallery exhibitions.

-Performs research on subjects such as artists, periods, styles, etc., on specific works, locations of works, photograph sources, and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars with regard to such information.

-Assists in catalogue preparation, preparation of exhibition checklists and press releases, coordinating and scheduling work to be done within the Museum and without in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc.

-Assists with the writing and installation of wall labels and text. Answers inquiries, and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors.


REPORTS TO: Curator


HOW TO APPLY: Please send your resume and cover letter to employment_ps1(at)moma.org and include “Curatorial Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls please.
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MoMA PS1 is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

Website: http://momaps1.org

The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Curatorial Assistant position in its Department of Drawings.

The Curatorial Assistant will assist the department’s senior curatorial staff in all areas of their responsibilities including administrative work in the context of curatorial functions such as acquisitions, collections records, bibliographic and biographical records and files, research for exhibitions and publications, departmental committee loans, and general curatorial inquiries.

Additional responsibilities include:

- Performs work in relation to the care of the collections and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required by the curators in the maintenance of the collection in gallery, study, and storage areas.

- Conducts daily collection gallery inspections and assists with follow-up arrangements in the event of damage, deterioration, etc.

- Performs the duties of exhibitions assistant including research on subjects such as artists, periods, styles, etc., on specific works, on locations of works, on photograph sources, etc.

- Assists with arranging loans; catalogue preparation; preparation of checklists including compiling and typing; coordinating and scheduling work to be done within the Museum and without in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc.

- Assists with the installation of wall labels. Conducts daily inspection of works on view in temporary exhibitions and assists in necessary follow-up arrangements; answers inquiries and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc.

- Researches and catalogues the Museum Collection and Archives under senior staff supervision and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars with regard to such information.

Master’s degree in Art History is strongly preferred with a particular expertise/exposure to art from the post-war period through to contemporary. Some prior curatorial experience is a plus. Superior research and writing skills and fluency in a foreign language, preferably French, Spanish or Polish, (both verbal and in writing) is also required. Additional requirements include: strong organizational skills and attention to detail; working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and other standard office procedures and equipment.

Please submit resume and cover letter, which must include salary requirements directly to jobs@moma.org. Please reference the position title in the subject line.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

Website: http://www.moma.org

Program Goal
The Art & Law Residency provides an intellectual and artistic setting for participants to engage in ongoing discussions and debates that examine the overlap and disconnect between artistic production and the law from historical, social, ethical and intellectual standpoints. Using law as both a discourse and medium, new visual artwork and critical writing will come into being through the Program. All the participants will also gain experience and knowledge they can carry into the future beyond the Program.

Overview
The core of the Program will be semi-monthly Seminars directed at the examination of current art and law issues. Seminars will take place at the law firm of Morrison & Foerster LLP. Faculty as well as leading legal scholars and visiting artists will lead these Seminars. During the course of the Program, artists and writers will develop new projects and papers and receive support from Faculty on a regular basis to discuss and address the aesthetic, practical, philosophical, legal and judicial aspects of their work. The Residency will culminate in a public Exhibition and a Symposium held in New York City where artists will exhibit their projects and writers will present papers. Curators will work with The Residency curator in conceptualizing and organizing The Residency exhibition.

Program Provides:

1. Seminars: Twice a month, a legal scholar, artist or Program Faculty will lead Seminars as well as assign related readings. Topics for lectures and group discussions will include practical, theoretical, philosophical and speculative perspectives on art and law.

2. Legal consultation and representation: Access to private consultations with attorneys and work with assigned pro bono representation for individual projects as required. Additional legal advice and guidance in the form of individual meetings to discuss general practical and theoretical questions may be arranged.

3. Studio Visits and Mentoring: Visual artists will benefit from studio visits by visiting artists and curators. Writers will be assigned a mentor to help with the conceptualization and development of their papers.

4. Exhibition and Symposium: Writers will present papers at an evening Symposium and visual artists will exhibit their final work in an exhibition. Curators will work with The Residency curator in conceptualizing and organizing The Residency exhibition. Curators will also write a 2,000 word essay about The Residency exhibition. A modest stipend will be provided towards production costs and/or research materials.

5. Van Lier Fellowships: VLA is pleased to announce that the residency will offer Van Lier Fellowships in its second and third years which VLA administers on behalf of the Van Lier Fund of the New York Community Trust. Van Lier Fellowships are made possible with the generous support of the New York Community Trust’s Edward and Sally Van Lier Fund.

Participation
Participants are required to attend semi-monthly Seminars as well as participate actively in group discussion and individual project and paper development. Participants who successfully complete the Seminar series will participate in the final Exhibition and Symposium. The semi-monthly Seminars will be held on Mondays from 6-9 pm at the law firm of Morrison & Foerster LLP. Seminars commence in January 2012.

Eligibility
Applicants must have a minimum four-year professional record. Visual artists working in all media may apply. Writers may have backgrounds in Art History, Art Theory, and Art Criticism and be strongly engaged with contemporary visual art. Artists and writers interested in issues of constitutional law, contracts, property, free speech and intellectual property are especially encouraged to apply.

How To Apply
Please submit all parts of the applications by mail or in-person by October 17, 2011 (in-office receipt) to:

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VLA
Art & Law Residency Program
1 East 53rd Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10022

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1. Statement:
Please indicate if you would like to participate as a visual artist, writer or curator. The statement should discuss your work, educational experience, intellectual interests, as well as your interest in the Program and how the Program may benefit your work. The statement should be no longer than two pages.

2. Resume or CV:
Detailing most relevant accomplishments including education, exhibitions, residencies, publications, awards. Please include name, address, phone, email and website.

3. Two References:
Include only names and contact information. Letters are not required.

4. Work Sample:
For visual artists: 15-20 images of recent work on DVD or CD, or up to 5-minutes of recent video on DVD. Save images as .jpg, 1000 x 1000 pixels at 72 dpi. Please include an image list detailing title, date, materials, and dimensions or running times.

For Writers:
Two recent writing samples, totaling no more than 20 pages, double spaced.

For Curators:
A writing sample (catalog, journal, etc.) no longer than 20 pages and 10 to 15 images of recent curated exhibitions.

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Other submission guidelines:
Include your name on each page you submit. Do not submit original material, VHS tapes or 35 mm slides. Applications will not be returned. Late applications will not be considered.

Please note: There is no application form or application fee.

Application materials will be treated with care; however, the Program is not responsible for their loss or damage. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like your DVD or CD returned. Additional materials will not be returned.

Selection and Notification Process
Participants will be selected by Program Faculty on the strength of their application and demonstrated potential for vigorous debate and group discussion. Candidates should show promise for artistic and intellectual growth in their own work during the course of the Residency as well as any possible contribution their work and research may make to the field at large. Selected participants will be notified December 1, 2011 .

Application inquiries via e-mail are preferred: ssarmiento(at)vlany.org

For further information, please visit http://vlany.org/residency_info.html

The position of Associate Curator for the Mad. Sq. Art program within the Madison Square Park Conservancy is available in September of 2011.

Founded in 2002, the Madison Square Park Conservancy is the public/private partnership with the City of New York dedicated to keeping historic Madison Square Park a bright, beautiful and lively public space.

Since 2004, Mad. Sq. Art has commissioned, curated and presented premier public art exhibitions in Madison Square Park by acclaimed artists including Jim Campbell, Richard Deacon, Bill Fontana, Ernie Gehr, Antony Gormley, Jene Highstein, Tadashi Kawamata, Mel Kendrick, Sol LeWitt, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Roxy Paine, Jaume Plensa, Shannon Plumb, Ursula von Rydingsvard, Alison Saar, Jessica Stockholder, Mark di Suvero, and William Wegman, among others. In March 2011, Mad. Sq. Art received the International Art Critics Association (AICA-USA)’s 2010 Second Place award for “Best Project in a Public Space” for the organization’s exhibition of Antony Gormley: Event Horizon, which featured 31 sculptures of the human form placed in and around Madison Square Park and on the rooftops of architectural treasures throughout New York City’s Flatiron District and environs. Most recently, Mad. Sq. Art presented Jim Campbell’s Scattered Light, an installation of three works of orchestrated light, and the premier of City of Nature by video artist Kota Ezawa. Currently on view through September 11, 2011, Mad. Sq. Art presents Echo, a 44-foot-tall sculpture of the face of a young girl in dream state, which marks the New York City public art debut of acclaimed Spanish artist Jaume Plensa. From September 22 through December 31, 2011, Mad. Sq. Art will exhibit six larger-than-life figurative works by California-based artist Alison Saar.

In addition to a schedule of four annual exhibitions, Mad. Sq. Art produces a body of printed materials including free brochures and signage. Exhibition catalogues are published several times per year. The program also organizes public programs including educational workshops and exhibition tours.

Associate Curator – Mad. Sq. Art:

The Associate Curator serves as principle staff member at the Madison Square Park Conservancy responsible for Mad. Sq. Art. He or she reports to the President of Madison Square Park Conservancy and works with the Mad. Sq. Art advisory committee, which includes current and former museum directors, curators, and art experts. The Associate Curator ensures the promised performance and continued excellence of Mad. Sq. Art across all aspects of the program, including budgeting, scheduling, curatorial relations, research and writing, publication design and production, advertising, publicity and media relations, and program fundraising.

Responsibilities of the Associate Curator position include:

*Budgeting: Implement and maintain an approximately $1 million annual program budget and project-specific exhibition budgets.

*Curatorial Relations: Work with Mad. Sq. Art advisory committee, present program and project reports at committee meetings, organize site visits and artist studio visits, work with artists to develop and present exhibition proposals.

*Writing, Publication Design and Production: Write art-related copy according to scholarly conventions across a range of printed materials and online resources. Maintain a print production schedule, oversee design and production of exhibition catalogues, bro­chures, didactic signage; coordinate project photography, commission catalogue essays and liaise with essayists, implement targeted distribution of print collateral.

*Advertising, Publicity and Media Relations: Work with graphic design firm and public relations consultants in the development and implementation of comprehensive project-specific media and advertising strategies. Coordinate the scheduling, design and submission of local and international print, video and online advertising campaigns and targeted media outreach to major print, broadcast and online media outlets.

*Development: Supervise a Development Assistant in the execution of a range of program development initiatives, including donor database maintenance, prospect research, scheduling of annual program appeals, targeted philan thropic appeals, grant research and writing, development of corporate sponsorship proposals and the management of sponsor benefits, cultivation of prospective donors and maintenance of current donor relationships, and tracking and acknowledgement of program-specific income.

*Education: Develop and implement exhibition specific public education workshops and materials, both event-based and online. Represent Mad. Sq. Art for exhibition tours.

*Events: Work with the Art Development Assistant and Special Events Department to produce exhibition open ing receptions and dinners and other press events.


Requirements:

Candidates must have at least a BA in Art History and/or Arts Administration and three years related experience or the equivalent. Superior writing skills, an ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and a thorough working knowledge of contemporary art are required. The ideal candidate will have excellent time-management skills and an ability to focus on long term strategic goals while remaining detail-orientated and fully engaged in the day-to-day duties inherent in managing a complex program. He or she will be a creative thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving and a steady, even-keeled temperament. He or she will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work productively and professionally with a wide range of people including artists, curators and patrons, and demonstrate superior judgment, professional initiative and comportment.

Compensation:

Compensation, including benefits is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications:

To apply, send cover letter & resume to info(at)madisonsquarepark.org. No calls please.

The AFA seeks a Curatorial Assistant for the exhibitions department. The assistant will offer administrative support to curatorial and exhibitions administrative staff in their preparation for exhibitions touring all over the country.

Duties include: general correspondence, filing, calendar management, preparing marketing materials, inputting database information, exhibition research, and general assistance on all aspects of exhibitions.

BA in Art History or related field required. Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities along with effective oral and written communication skills are imperative. Computer and word processing skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, Filemaker, PowerPoint expected.

Salary mid to high 20’s

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume, by August 5, 2011:
via email: mwills(at)afaweb.org
via fax: 212-861-2487
via mail: Human Resources
American Federation of Arts
305 East 47th Street
10th Floor
New York, NY 10017

Website: http://www.afaweb.org

Assistant/Associate Curator
Studio Museum in Harlem
(New York NY)

An Assistant/Associate Curator executes all aspects of exhibition development and implementation at the highest professional standards, including research, writing, presentations, budgeting, coordination, etc.

Develops the collection, plans and executes both temporary exhibitions and collection-based exhibitions and projects, and organizes related programs with a special emphasis on art by artists of African descent.

Responsibilities:
• Writes, edits, and assists in the production of exhibition and educational publications.
• Works with the Chief Curator and the Director of Special Projects to organize Acquisition Committee and museum affiliate groups, contributing programming ideas with the aim to grow membership.
• Performs exhibition support functions and manages dispersal of exhibitions.
• Works with the Registrar and Exhibitions Manager on the maintenance of the collection and loans related to contemporary art, and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, conservation, and preparation work as required for rotations and exhibitions.
• Functions as a liaison with outside persons and organizations, and with other departments within the Museum.

Qualifications:
• Strong background in the history of modern and contemporary art and art by artists of African descent required.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in art history, and a minimum of 5 years work experience curating in a museum or gallery setting or comparable engagement with art in a related venue or field required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Supervisory experience and demonstrated project management skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Imagination, creativity and initiative.
• Organizational ability to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility and problem-solving approach.
• Must have experience generating exhibition projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team.
• Must possess an international perspective in the broadest sense, with equal awareness and curiosity about local, national, and international developments.
• Must have an international knowledge of the current art scene, including important emerging talent, and be an active figure in the cultural community.
• Must be able to work independently, but also to organize and direct the work of others on individual projects.

The Studio Museum in Harlem is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

Send resume, cover letter and writing sample to: resume.ac (at) studiomuseum.org.

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the open positions.

NO PHONE CALLS OR FAXES, PLEASE.

www.studiomuseum.org

Summer Curatorial Internship
Vera List Center for Art and Politics
(New York City NY)
The Vera List Center for Art and Politics at The New School is currently accepting applications for its 2011 summer curatorial internship.

GENERAL CONTEXT
Working closely with the director, the intern will be involved in the organization of public programs that address the intersection of art and politics, and will gain a comprehensive understanding of the center’s distinct position as a member of New York City’s cultural community. He or she will also have the opportunity to consider diverse contemporary art practices within the educational context of The New School.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
The intern is expected to support the programs through curatorial input as well as administrative work. During the summer of 2011, the Vera List Center (VLC) will develop a number of distinct initiatives:

1. Public programs—panel discussions, lectures and workshops—will be planned around the center’s new curatorial theme Thingness, to be presented at The New School in Fall 2011 and Spring 2012.

2. The center is developing its next book based on the subject of Speculation, co-edited by artist Walid Raad and anthropologist Vyjayanthi Rao, designed by Project Projects.

3. The center will work closely with its newly elected fellows to advance their fellowship projects.

4. In preparation of its 20th anniversary in 2012, the center is investigating its history as it relates to larger cultural trends, transforming the center’s archive into a public resource. This may result in a print publication, artist project, Web platform, and public programs.

5. For its anniversary, the center is revamping its Switchboard Web site. The site will continue to document VLC programs but will more fully incorporate online projects, offsite debates and live events presented at The New School and elsewhere. It will also serve as the home of the VLC archive.

QUALIFICATIONS
Undergraduate or graduate student invested in contemporary art practices
Strong office, administrative and communication skills
Excellent writing and organizational skills
Curatorial and editorial experience a plus
* Ability to work independently

TERMS
The internship involves a commitment of three days per week for a minimum of nine weeks.

To apply, please submit letter of interest and resume as soon as possible to Vera List Center director Carin Kuoni at
kuonic (at) newschool.edu.

ABOUT
Founded in 1992 and named in honor of the late philanthropist Vera List, the Vera List Center for Art and Politics at The New School is a catalyst for the discourse on the role of the arts in society and their relationship to the socio-political climate in which they are created. It organizes and presents public programs, workshops, roundtables, and exhibitions, and publishes occasional books that respond to some of the pressing social and political issues of our time. The center offers fellowships to emerging and accomplished cultural practitioners and artists, and supports their research as it infuses the center’s own programs. The center furthers The New School’s educational mission by bringing together scholars and students, the people of New York, and national and international audiences in an exploration of new possibilities for civic engagement.

Every few semesters, the center dedicates its programming to one overarching curatorial theme, allowing for a continuous, in-depth, and interdisciplinary investigation of the subject. In recent years themes have included “Homeland,” “Considering Forgiveness,” “The Public Domain,” “Agency,” “Branding Democracy,” and “Speculating on Change.” Starting in Fall 2011, the VLC will focus on “Thingness,” examining new notions of materiality.

For further information, please visit www.veralistcenter.org

Curatorial Intern
Collectionof
(New York NY)

Collectionof is a selective online platform for presenting the diverse creative productions of international artists, art producers, and art spaces/galleries. We are seeking a motivated, organized, and discerning individual interested in new media as an expanded curatorial platform for contemporary art.

Intern will work with our team 2 days a week at our SoHo office, starting immediately and would ideally commit throughout the summer. Summer intern possibility also available.

Tasks include:

Research relevant art historical resource content
Assist research on prospective international artists and art spaces/galleries
Liaise with Collectionof artists and art spaces/galleries
Organize social media and assist with editorial content
Cultivate press relations and marketing efforts

Qualifications:

Contemporary art knowledge or art history/museum studies
Strong written, organizational, and communications skills
Proficient with WordPress, Facebook, and Twitter

Please email your resume and cover letter to info (at) collectionof.net
Visit our site before submitting information.
Website: www.collectionof.net

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About Collectionof

Collectionof brings together a selection of individuals and places to present special objects from their possession and creative production, making them open for consideration.

With over 20 years of combined contemporary art and new media experience, Collectionof draws on a specific network of international contemporary artists, curators, and cultural producers for each selection.

Collectionof is designed to bring full context to artistic production.

Website: http://collectionof.net

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum seeks an Asian Art Curatorial Fellow. For this fellowship the Guggenheim Museum is seeking an individual who has earned a Masters degree in Modern Art History with a demonstrated research interest in modern and contemporary Asian art. As a member of the Curatorial Department, the Asian Art Curatorial Fellow is responsible for curatorial, research, and implementation support for Guggenheim-organized Asian art exhibitions and scholarly publications; for liaison work with Asian institutions; and for translation and interpretation as necessary. The Fellowship is made possible by The Contemporary Art Foundation, Taiwan.

Founded in 1937, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is dedicated to promoting the understanding and appreciation of art, architecture, and other manifestations of visual culture, primarily of the modern and contemporary periods. The Guggenheim realizes this mission through exceptional exhibitions, education programs, research initiatives, and publications. The Guggenheim strives to engage and educate an increasingly diverse international audience through its unique network of museums and partnerships. With nearly three million annual visitors worldwide, the Guggenheim and its network is one of the most visited cultural institutions in the world.

Key Responsibilities:

EXHIBITIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
In conjunction with Curatorial staff, conduct artist, object, and art historical research for upcoming exhibitions
Under guidance of senior curatorial staff, research exhibition concepts and produce checklists
Assist with identifying and locating loans
Manage exhibition databases, as needed on a project-to-project basis
Assist in preparation and management of catalogue production
Compile exhibition catalogue bibliographies and chronologies, as directed on a project-by-project basis.

ASIAN ART COUNCIL AND SCHOLARLY MEETINGS
Support organization of exhibition advisory committee meetings and Asian Art Council meetings including correspondence with invited scholars; arrangement of travel, accommodation, and honoraria; preparation of materials including PowerPoint presentation and research binders
Organize special events for symposia participants such as artists’ studio visits and collection tours
Oversee transcription of proceedings for publication; prepare materials for publication and liaise with publisher

TRANSLATION AND RESEARCH
Translation of research materials; translation of institutional correspondence, as needed.

Qualifications and Requirement:
Fluency in Mandarin; graduate-level English language proficiency; excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Masters degree in Modern Art History with demonstrated interest in modern and contemporary Asian art
Experience in scholarly research
Knowledge of computer databases and MS Office

Qualified applicants please send your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, to employment (at) guggenheim.org. Indicate the job title “Asian Art Curatorial Fellow” in the subject line. Only those applicants who meet our requirements for this position will be contacted.

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

http://www.guggenheim.org/images/content/pdf/hr/2010/curatorial_fellow2010.pdf

Curatorial Assistant | Media and Performance Art, MoMA

Assists senior curatorial staff with acquisitions, collections records, bibliographic and biographical records and files, research for exhibitions and publications, departmental committees, loans, and general curatorial inquiries. Performs work in relation to care of the collections and expedites arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required. Performs the duties of exhibitions assistant including research on subjects such as artists, periods, topics, styles, specific works, locations of works, photograph sources, etc. Assists with arranging loans; catalogue preparation; preparation of checklists; and coordinating and scheduling work to be done within the Museum and without in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc. Assists with the preparation and installation of wall labels. Conducts daily inspection of works on view in the collection gallery and in temporary exhibitions and assists in necessary follow-up arrangements; answers inquiries and conducts some gallery tours as necessary for visitors, etc. Researches and catalogues the Museum collection and archives under senior staff supervision and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars with regard to such information. Assists in the administration of artists' viewing program. Assists in the operation of departmental study centers. Reports to Chief Curator of Media and Performance Art.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in art history or a comparable academic field and relevant work experience including competence within area of departmental interest. Strong research and organizational skills as well as attention to detail. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and other standard office procedures and equipment. Reading knowledge of one European language, ideally German, two preferred.

If you would like to submit your resume and cover letter for consideration, please choose one of the following options:
By e-mail: jobs (at) moma.org (most preferred option)
By fax: (212) 333-1107
By mail: The Museum of Modern Art
The Department of Human Resources
11 West 53 Street
New York, NY 10019

www.moma.org/about/jobs

The Public Art Fund is New York's leading presenter of artists' projects, new commissions, and exhibitions in public spaces. For over 25 years the Public Art Fund has been committed to working with emerging and established artists to produce innovative exhibitions of contemporary art for neighborhoods throughout New York City. By bringing artworks outside the traditional context of museums and galleries, the Public Art Fund provides increased access to the art of our time and provides artists with a unique opportunity to expand their artistic practice.

The Public Art Fund seeks an experienced curator to play a key role in the conception, development, and implementation of its artistic programs.

Reporting Structure:
The Associate Curator (Exhibitions & Public Programs) reports to the Director & Chief Curator. The Associate Curator works closely with artists, the project management team, other PAF colleagues in the development, production, and installation of commissioned works and curated exhibitions.

Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate compelling project and exhibition proposals that are both conceptually strong and technically achievable.
- Execute all aspects of exhibition development and implementation at the highest professional standards, including research, writing, presentations, budgeting, coordination, etc.
- Work with the Director & Chief Curator on projects and exhibitions as needed.
- As a part of the exhibitions team, work in partnership with, marketing, development, and finance departments to ensure effective planning and communications.
- Develop ideas for public programs and manage their implementation, including the ongoing lecture program, PAF Talks at the New School.
- Generate concise and lucid texts for various applications, including interpretive signage, educational materials, catalogues and other publications, grant proposals, etc.

Job Requirements:
- M.A. in art history or equivalent
- At least three years’ curatorial experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in generating exhibitions and commissioning artists to make new work
- Strong network of artists and professional contacts
- Experience in dealing effectively with diverse groups, from patrons to partners to the general public
- Imagination, creativity, and initiative
- Organization; ability to meet deadlines
- Flexibility and problem-solving approach
- Ability to work collaboratively and as part of a team

Public Art Fund offers a competitive salary plus 100% paid full medical, dental, Life, LTD and STD insurance. Optional 403(b) pension plan.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume marked “ASSOC CUR” as soon as possible (position open until filled) to: paforg (at) publicartfund.org

www.publicartfund.org

Enrico Bossan, head of the photography department at Fabrica, and editorial director of Colors Magazine, and Elisabeth Biondi - Visuals Editor of the New Yorker - are seeking two curatorial assistant interns to help develop all aspects of their exhibitions for the New York Photo Festival 2011.

Interns will work closely with Bossan, Biondi, and Festival Director Sam Barzilay to coordinate artist participation, handle all necessary paperwork, manage digital content, and oversee production for each exhibition.

An exhibition catalog, a symposium and an accompanying book will also be developed around the curated exhibitions.

Prospective interns should have a strong background in event production or curatorial studies. Successful candidates will be self-driven, able to contribute to weekly brainstorm and discussion sessions, draft written materials and arrange logistics associated with project production work.

Ideal candidates for the Curatorial Assistant Internship have the following experience and qualities:

- A knowledge of and experience working in event production, curatorial projects, or similar environments. The ideal candidate will probably be a graduate student or post-graduate.

- An insatiable intellectual curiosity.

- Impeccable and efficient writing and editing abilities, with the ability to deliver quality texts and edits on deadline.

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a small team.

Salary and Commitment: This is an unpaid, part-time position (at least 25 hours per week commitment, ramping up to a full time position in the month of May). Internships will start by mid-March and continue until June 2011.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume; a cover letter detailing your relevant background, skills, and interest in the position; and two academic or professional references to info -at- nyphotofestival.com.

Please include "Curatorial Assistant Internship" in the subject line. No calls please. Deadline is March 11, 2011, with interviews to commence shortly thereafter.

For the 14th year running, apexart is accepting submissions for the Unsolicited Proposal Program. The two winners will receive the funding and administrative support from apexart to mount a show in our Manhattan space.

apexart's Unsolicited Proposal Program asks for 600 word idea-based curatorial proposals that will be juried by more than 150 people from around the world. Submissions are reviewed anonymously and solely on the strength of the idea; no previous curatorial experience necessary.

The two winning exhibitions will be presented in our 2011-2012 season.

We are currently accepting proposals at http://www.apexart.org/unsolicited.htm until February 14, 2011.

Rhizome is a leading arts organization dedicated to the creation, presentation, preservation, and critique of emerging artistic
practices that engage technology. Through open platforms for exchange and collaboration, our website serves to encourage and expand the communities around these practices. Our programs, many of which happen online, include commissions, exhibitions, events, discussion, archives and portfolios. Rhizome is an affiliate of the New Museum of Contemporary Art. For more information about Rhizome, visit: http://rhizome.org/info/


Rhizome seeks a Curatorial Fellow from February through June 2011. The Fellow will support the curatorial and editorial departments at Rhizome through research, writing and administration. This position is a unique opportunity for a person interested in pursuing a career in contemporary art to further their engagement with the field and hone their professional skills.

The Curatorial Fellow must be based in New York and must be able to commit to 16 hours of work per week, for 5 months, beginning in Spring 2011. This position is unpaid, but academic credit may be arranged. The Curatorial Fellow will work directly with artists and be overseen by the Executive Director and Senior Editor.

The Fellow's primary responsibilities include:

- Coordination and development of the Rhizome ArtBase, including managing submissions and reaching out to artists

- Researching topics for editorial coverage and writing articles for Rhizome's blog and publications

- Administrative support of programs, such as Rhizome's monthly New Silent Series at the New Museum

- General support of the organization

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should have a high level of familiarity with contemporary art and particularly new media and its history. Education or advanced experience beyond the undergraduate level is preferred. At a minimum, the candidate should have very strong writing, editing, and analytical skills, and very high internet literacy. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software is also required and basic Photoshop skills are preferred.

TO APPLY: Please email a cover letter, resume or c.v., three references, and three writing samples (url's or attachments) to Ceci Moss editor(at)rhizome.org. Review of applications will begin immediately. Starting date is February 15, 2011

DEADLINE: February 3, 2011