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Curator (Contemporary Art)

The Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is seeking an exceptional individual to work in a dynamic and creative environment. This individual will take on the position of curator and bring a deep understanding of how to balance a local arts focus within a national and international context. Reporting to the Director, and working within the curatorial team that includes the Curator (Historical Art), the Curator is responsible for the planning development, and implementation of the Gallery's exhibition program. This includes a three-year cycle of exhibitions; an active publications program; and related didactic materials in conjunction with the Curatorial team. The Curator coordinates the annual acquisitions program, which is approved by a committee of the Board of Directors. The Curator works as part of a dynamic team of professionals, helping them to develop new public programs, promotional strategies, and funding opportunities directly linked to exhibitions and publications. The Curator also assists the Director and the Development Manager with the preparation of annual operating grant applications for all levels of government. The incumbent will work with the senior management team and the director to respond to the future growth of the OAG. The OAG is the municipal art gallery for the City of Ottawa, a non-profit arts organization.

Responsibilities

Exhibitions Program | Research, development, and administration of a three-year cycle of original, guest-curated, and borrowed exhibitions as well as special touring exhibitions.
Publications | Coordination of the Gallery’s annual bilingual publications program in relation to the exhibition program. Duties include writing curatorial texts, identifying guest writers, preparing copyright agreements and fees, obtaining reproductions, and working with designers, editors, translators, and printers.
Interpretation | Preparation of bilingual support material for exhibitions, including text panels, online information, didactic labels, etc. Collaborating with the Public Programs Coordinator on the development of public and educational programs linked to exhibitions, including video screenings, panel discussions, workshops and youth programming.
Development | Assisting with the preparation of the Gallery’s multi-year operating grant applications, and providing content related to exhibitions, publications, and acquisitions. Working with the Gallery’s Development Manager to identify special project funding, and assisting with the preparation of related applications.
Acquisitions | Working with the Gallery Director and the Curatorial team to identify an annual selection of art for purchase and donation. Preparation and presentation of justifications to the Acquisitions and Programming Committee. Working with the Gallery’s Collections Manager on the submission of applications for matching funs for acquisitions, as well as CCPERB certifications.
Promotion | Responding to requests for interviews and commentary from arts publications and other media. Working with the Marketing and Communications Manager on promotional strategies for exhibitions.
Community Outreach | Representing the Gallery in the local community, attending events organized by other art organizations, and conducting studio visits with artists working in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Collaborating with curators and professionals in other visual arts institutions on various projects to enhance the Gallery’s reputation, influence, and connectivity. Representing the Gallery on curatorial matters through participation on panels, in symposia and conferences.

Qualifications and Experience

Broad knowledge of contemporary art practices and related issues and aesthetic theories;
Superlative writing and editing skills;Excellent oral communication skills;
Ability to work effectively in a bilingual office and community;
MA or PhD in Art History, Cultural Studies, or a related field;
Minimum 5 years experience curating exhibitions in a museum or public gallery context;
A history of published art criticism; Proven grant writing abilities;
Excellent organizational skills;
Project management experience;Basic computer literacy (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook);
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; andAbility to prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, and pay close attention to details.

This is a permanent, full-time position

Salary Range: Compensation based on experience, plus full benefit package and RRSP contribution

Deadline for Applications: 8 July 2011

Apply with cover letter and resume to:
The Ottawa Art Gallery, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6E2, email at info(at)ottawaartgallery.ca or fax at 613-569-7660.

www.ottawaartgallery.ca

The Ottawa Art Gallery is an equal opportunity employer, and thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Ottawa Art Gallery is an independent, non-profit public art gallery, committed to the acquisition, presentation, interpretation and dissemination of art for the benefit of the community. Its programs explore a variety of issues and include exhibitions, talks, lectures, educational programs for young people, and publications. The Gallery has a growing Contemporary Collection of works by artists associated with the region. It is also home to the prestigious City-owned Firestone Collection of Canadian Art that is presented through changing exhibitions.

Job Description
(French below)

La Galerie SAW Gallery is looking for an exceptionally creative and energetic individual to join their small team in the role of Curator.

You will develop and organize critical and innovative exhibition programs that appeal to a wide range of audiences, in accordance with Galerie SAW Gallery’s mandate. You will work to build the centre’s relationships with artists and organizations from the Ottawa-Gatineau region, Canada and abroad. You will use your expertise in communications to contribute unique community outreach programs and public relations initiatives.

You will work closely with the Director to research, plan, manage and deliver all aspects of the gallery’s programs.

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La Galerie SAW Gallery est à la recherche d’une personne exceptionnellement créative et dynamique pour se joindre à leur petite équipe à titre de commissaire.

Vous élaborerez et organiserez des programmes d’expositions critiques et novateurs qui s’adresseront à un public élargi, en accord avec le mandat de la Galerie SAW Gallery. Vous contribuerez à établir et à renforcer les relations du centre avec les artistes et les organismes de la région d’Ottawa-Gatineau, du Canada et de l’étranger. Vous utiliserez votre expertise en communications pour créer des programmes de développement de publics et d’action communautaire, ainsi que des initiatives en relations publiques.

Vous travaillerez de près avec la direction en ce qui concerne la recherche, la planification, la gestion et les différents aspects des programmes de la galerie.
Requirements

You will have at least three years of experience in curating exhibitions, in producing publications, in organizing events and in leading teams to deliver projects. You will have a diploma in studio arts, art history, curatorial studies or a related field, along with solid experience working in an artist-run organization, and a broad knowledge of contemporary art. You will have outstanding writing and editorial skills, including proven grant writing skills. As an active figure in the contemporary art scene, you will have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively. You will have a strong background and interest in outreach and community development. A thorough knowledge of and demonstrated interest in performance and media art programming will be an asset. A strong command of both French and English will be preferred.

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Vous avez au moins trois années d’expérience en commissariat d’expositions, en production de publications, en organisation d’événements et en gestion d’équipes pour réaliser des projets. Vous avez un diplôme en arts plastiques, en histoire de l’art, en études commissariales ou dans un champ connexe, de même qu’une solide expérience de travail dans un centre d’artistes autogéré et une excellente connaissance de l’art contemporain. Vous avez des compétences remarquables en rédaction, et vous avez déjà écrit avec succès des demandes de bourses et de subventions. En tant que figure active sur la scène de l’art contemporain, vous avez des compétences interpersonnelles exceptionnelles et vous savez travailler en collaboration. Vous avez un bagage solide et un intérêt véritable pour le développement de publics et l’action communautaire. Une connaissance approfondie de la performance et des arts médiatiques, de même qu’un intérêt avéré pour leur programmation constituent un atout. Une excellente connaissance de l'anglais et du français est un avantage.
Additional Information

JOB TYPE

This is a full-time permanent position, with benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Please e-mail your CV along with a statement of intent, a selection of writing samples and three professional references to sawgallery@artengine.ca. Sample catalogues of exhibitions/projects may be mailed to: Galerie SAW Gallery, Attn: Hiring Committee, 67 Nicholas Street, Ottawa ON K1N 7B9.

CLOSING DATE for Applications: Friday, June 24, 2011

START DATE of Position: Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Galerie SAW Gallery is committed to employment equity and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender identity, age, creed, disability or sexual orientation.

Please be advised that Galerie SAW Gallery is only able to contact candidates selected for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this employment opportunity at Galerie SAW Gallery.

MANDATE

Galerie SAW Gallery

- promotes contemporary Canadian and international artists, emerging and established, from diverse cultural backgrounds;

- presents a contemporary art program with a strong focus on Canadian performance and media art, with bilingual interpretative material produced for each exhibition;

- adapts to the changing nature of the contemporary arts by maintaining an evolving interdisciplinary presentation space comprised of SAW Gallery, Club SAW and the SAW outdoor courtyard;

- serves the needs of diverse communities through audience development initiatives;

- engages in collaborations with other arts organizations to increase opportunities for exhibiting artists and to outreach to new audiences;

- commits to paying artist fees above CARFAC recommendations.

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TYPE D’EMPLOI

Il s’agit d’un poste à temps plein et permanent, avec avantages.

COMMENT POSER SA CANDIDATURE

Veuillez expédier par courriel votre CV accompagné d’une lettre d’intention, d’une sélection d’échantillons de textes et de trois références professionnelles à : sawgallery@artengine.ca. Des exemples de catalogues et de projets d’exposition peuvent être postés à : Galerie SAW Gallery, à l’attention du Comité d’embauche, 67, rue Nicholas, Ottawa ON K1N 7B9.

DATE LIMITE pour le dépôt des candidatures : le vendredi 24 juin 2011

DATE D'ENTRÉE en fonction : le mardi 9 août 2011

La Galerie SAW Gallery s’engage à poursuivre une politique d’égalité d’emploi et considèrera tous les candidats indépendamment de l’origine raciale ou ethnique, du genre, de l’âge, de la religion, du handicap ou de l’orientation sexuelle.

Veuillez noter que la Galerie SAW Gallery entrerait en contact uniquement avec les candidats retenus pour une entrevue. Merci de votre intérêt pour cette offre d’emploi à la Galerie SAW Gallery.

MANDAT

La Galerie SAW Gallery

- apporte son appui à des artistes contemporains canadiens et internationaux, émergents et établis, provenant de milieux culturels divers;

- présente un programme d’art contemporain axé sur la performance et les arts médiatiques canadiens, soutenu par du matériel didactique bilingue produit pour chacune des expositions;

- s’adapte à la nature changeante des arts contemporains en assurant le maintien et le développement d’un espace de présentation interdisciplinaire formé de la Galerie SAW, du Club SAW et de la cour extérieure de SAW;

- subvient aux besoins de communautés diverses à travers des initiatives visant le développement de publics;

- établit des collaborations avec d’autres organismes artistiques afin d’offrir une plus grande visibilité aux artistes et de rejoindre de nouveaux publics;

- s’engage à payer des cachets d’artistes supérieurs aux recommandations de CARFAC.


Send Submissions To: Tam-Ca Vo-Van, 67 rue Nicholas Street, Ottawa Ontario, Canada K1N 7B9, e: sawgallery@artengine.ca

The Research Fellowships Program of the National Gallery of Canada encourages and supports advanced research. The fellowships emphasize the use and investigation of the collections of the National Gallery of Canada, including those of the Gallery’s Library and Archives. 2009/2010 competitive fellowships are offered in the field of Canadian Art (including the Indigenous Art of Canada); European and Modern Art; and Art Conservation.

Applications are welcomed from art historians, curators, critics, independent researchers, conservators, conservation scientists and other professionals in the visual arts, museology and related disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, who have a graduate degree or equivalent publication history. The fellowships are open to international competition.

Fellowships are tenable only at the National Gallery of Canada. The term of full-time residency must fall within the period 1 September 2009 to 31 August 2010. Awards can be up to $5,000 a month, including expenses and stipend, to a maximum of $30,000.

The National Gallery of Canada Library and Archives houses the most extensive collection of visual arts literature in Canada (250,000 books and periodicals), and constitutes the national research collection in the field. Materials on Canadian art are collected comprehensively. Holdings are international in scope, with notable strengths in the history of western European and North American art and the history of photography.

Deadline: 30 April 2009.

For application procedures, please consult the website www.gallery.ca or contact:

Jonathan Franklin
Chief, Library, Archives and Research Fellowships Program
National Gallery of Canada
P.O. Box 427, Station A
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 9N4
Canada

telephone (613) 990-0590
fax (613) 990-6190
fellowships -at- gallery.ca

The first of its kind in Canada, The Hnatyshyn Foundation Award for Curatorial Excellence in Contemporary Visual Art will recognize the work of a mid-career curator who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of the contemporary visual arts.

"Curators are an absolutely vital link between the artist and the public," said Gerda Hnatyshyn, C.C, President and Chair of the Hnatyshyn Foundation Board. "Their work is very demanding and it often gets overlooked because the attention is, quite rightfully, on the artists. We want to recognize the important role curators play in fostering and promoting Canadian art and in introducing Canadians to the best contemporary art from abroad."

Candidates for the award will be nominated by a jury of prominent arts professionals chosen by the Foundation for their knowledge of the visual arts across Canada. Independent curators, as well as those working within an institutional context, will be eligible for the award.

The new prize follows on the heels of the $25,000 Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, created last year to honour the work of an outstanding mid-career visual artist. The inaugural prize was presented to Vancouver artist Stan Douglas earlier this year. The recipients of both visual arts awards for 2007 will be announced in November.