Interim Gallery Coordinator

East Texas A&M UniversityCommerce, Colorado, USA

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Job Title

Interim Gallery Coordinator

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

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SUMMARY :

Interim Gallery Coordinator

East Texas A&M University University Art Galleries

East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) invites applications for an interim Gallery Coordinator. This is a one-year full-time staff position (12-month appointment) with full benefits seeking a professional with experience managing a gallery within a university gallery system.

The university manages three exhibition spaces :

University Gallery (Art Building)

Presidents Gallery (Business Administration Building)

Wathena Temple Project Space (Wathena Temple Fine Arts Building)

This position is responsible for managing gallery schedules coordinating exhibitions installation and de-installation of exhibits planning gallery receptions gallery maintenance (inventory and procurement of installation materials repair and painting of walls and pedestals) administration of artists contracts packing and shipping of art works writing and disseminating exhibition publicity (announcements press releases mailing lists photographic documentation social media and gallery website) hiring and supervision of student workers and collaboration with the Gallery Curator. The Gallery Coordinator works with the Gallery Curator to promote exhibition opportunities to artists to develop the annual schedule of exhibits and to support the educational mission of the Art Department in keeping with the Universitys mission to inspire and prepare students to excel in various art professions and foster a lifelong appreciation of the visual arts. The Gallery coordinator is responsible for assuring the exhibitions are compliant with all Federal State System and University policies.

As a proud member of the third-largest institution in the Texas A&M University System ETAMU fosters a professional environment that supports career growth and academic excellence. With over 140 degree programs and a strong commitment to transforming lives through quality education ETAMU offers a vibrant community of colleagues leading-edge research opportunities and outstanding resources for both students and employees..

ETAMU is a fast-growing public university with a strong reputation for academic excellence research innovation and student success. With over 140 degree programs a 20 : 1 student-to-faculty ratio and nationally ranked online and graduate programs ETAMU is committed to transforming lives through quality education. Our employees benefit from a collaborative community cutting-edge research opportunities and outstanding resources.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Oversee the management of all three gallery spaces ensuring they are in good condition clean and well-lit.

In consultation with the Gallery Curator oversee the preparation and installation of exhibitions in all three university gallery spaces.

In consultation with the Gallery Curator author and / or edit exhibition materials including wall labels gallery guides and catalogs.

In consultation with the Gallery Curator schedule and manage exhibits.

Manage the annual exhibitions budget in consultation with the Deans Office.

In consultation with the Gallery Coordinator review and recommend student exhibitions for the Presidents Gallery.

Maintain / repair gallery facilities including the procurement of installation hardware tools and materials.

Recruit train and supervise student gallery workers (work-study and graduate assistants).

Advise and assist students as they prepare work for installation.

Receive store install and de-install exhibits pack and ship exhibit materials.

Organize gallery receptions.

Coordinate information with department faculty and staff.

Create publicity materials including press releases photographic and narrative documentation for the social media university website and campus communications.

Maintain professional contact with exhibitors as well as gallery and alumni mailing lists.

Represent the university at local and regional art events.

Other duties assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education : BFA or MA in Art History Art Art Administration Museum Studies or art-related discipline.

Experience : Two years of related experience in gallery operations including publicity installation of exhibitions and professional packing and shipping of artworks. Experience coordinating projects and multitasking varied responsibilities.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Demonstrated carpentry skills and problem-solving abilities related to general maintenance and repair of gallery walls shelves and pedestals.

Demonstrated record of outreach.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Demonstrated ability to attend to details.

Licensing : Valid drivers license with a low-risk driving record and the ability to be insured by the university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

MA in Art History Art Art Administration Museum Studies or art-related discipline.

Relevant degree conferred within five years

Gallery management experience

Experience working in an academic arts-related setting

Experience supporting the arts at a university or college

Experience managing student workers

Experience with photography social media and digital archives

Ability to model a professional work ethic to students

Effective interpersonal skills

Effective oral communication skills

Interest in mentoring students and collaborating across academic disciplines

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and / or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Corporate Risk Management,Electronics,Infection Control,Bakery,ELV,Accident Investigation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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