Curator of Exhibitions and Collections

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Miller Art Museum seeks a Curator of Exhibitions and Collections who is creative, thoughtful, enthusiastic and team-oriented. The ideal candidate will work cooperatively with museum leaders to imagine a new program of exhibitions and lead the future growth of the organization’s 1,000-plus piece permanent collection of Wisconsin art, 20th c. to present, organizing collection-based exhibitions, non-collection exhibitions, and exhibition-specific programs. This leader will develop and leverage deep connections in the local and regional art communities, both traditional and emerging, to expand the Miller Art Museum’s artist community and reach. This individual is responsible for research of the collection, recommends acquisitions, and coordinates the Museum’s collection planning, handles registrar responsibilities and oversees the development and execution of the exhibition schedule in keeping with the organization’s mission and core values. The ideal candidate will bring traditional museum experience along with a broad understanding of art, possess a curiosity to learn and a strong desire to innovate, building on the museum’s well-respected image through inventive exhibitions and creative community collaborations.

The Miller Art Museum —an anchor for nearly 5 decades in one of the nation’s most vibrant, authentic art scenes in the heart of the Door County, Wisconsin— aspires to be a great cultural destination and regional leader in the museum community. The Museum continually strives to provide a transformative experience, accessible to all, in an intimate setting with programming that excites, engages and empowers. The institution is committed to providing a forum for cultural engagement and seeks, too, to shape future generations by celebrating and preserving the work and legacy of nationally renowned imaginary realist Gerhard CF Miller, aspiring to inform a new era of understanding and appreciation of his life and work.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coordinate all aspects of exhibition planning, including: set and schedule dates for exhibitions, schedule appropriate studio visits, communicate with exhibiting artists and select work for exhibitions, issue appropriate paperwork and artist contracts, prepare labels, install and de-install exhibits, and coordinate exhibit opening receptions;
2. Coordinate production of all exhibition materials (wall vinyl, postcards, posters, catalogs, brochures, signage, etc.) including: preparation of text and work with designers of exhibition materials as well as work with external vendors for printing and delivery of materials;
3. Maintain exhibition-related materials and ensure that appropriate museum staff (volunteers included) have access to accurate and current information;
4. Prepare and monitor the exhibition budget;
5. Supervise volunteer curatorial staff and intern(s) when required, providing an excellent example of professionalism, generosity and team building;
6. Manage the care of the Miller Art Museum’s permanent collection in alignment with the organization’s collections management policy and by exercising best practices;
7. Ensure current and accurate permanent collection records: oversee the cataloguing, photographing, numbering, identification labels, condition reporting and maintenance of artists’ biographical information;
8. Prepare documentation for donor receipts and permanent records;
9. Oversee the collection’s conservation and maintenance schedule and implement conservation and maintenance projects within budget as required;
10. Oversee the collection database in collaboration with museum staff and supervise data cleanup and revision as necessary;
11. Make recommendations for acquisitions to the executive director and Acquisitions Committee, which the curator chairs;
12. Provide content as needed for social media accou

Type of Opportunity: Jobs/internship
Contact information: Please send a cover letter, résumé, sample of your professional writing (3 pages max), a list of three professional references and desired salary to: millercuratorsearch@gmail.com to the attention of Elizabeth Meissner-Gigstead, Executive Director.

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Posted: 11/21/17