Job Description
Position OverviewThe Studio Arts and Gallery
Coordinator supports the Visual and Studio Arts program by managing
gallery installations, exhibitions, and building operations. This
role involves coordinating art installations across the Barbara
Walters Gallery and the Heimbold Visual Arts Center, providing
logistical and administrative support, and ensuring spaces are
safely maintained to professional standards. The Coordinator
collaborates closely with artists, faculty, and students, fostering
a vibrant arts community on campus.
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Coordinate the planning and execution of gallery exhibitions,
including installation, de-installation, and lighting setup.
Communicate regularly with artists, curators, and faculty to
ensure exhibitions align with program goals and timelines.
Oversee building operations, placing work orders for
maintenance and addressing health and safety concerns
proactively.
Design and distribute promotional materials for exhibitions and
events, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite for print and digital
media.
Document gallery exhibitions for departmental archives and
social media platforms, enhancing program visibility.
Facilitate the transportation, installation, and condition
reporting of artwork to and from campus galleries.
Support senior studio courses by assisting students with solo
exhibitions, installations, and event promotion.
Additional Responsibilities
- Assist with large-format printing and technical support for
promotional materials.
- Maintain an inventory of gallery supplies and oversee their
procurement in collaboration with the Visual Arts Services
Manager.
- Coordinate open studio events, managing logistics, layout, and
equipment needs.
- Collaborate with faculty to provide technical assistance and
support for studio-based courses.
- Manage the Heimbold Visual Arts Center's mailroom and public
spaces, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of the
Visual Arts program's web and social media presence.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Studio Art or a related
field.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in gallery management, art
handling, and installation.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and large-format
printing.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate
effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate gallery tools and
equipment safely.
Physical and Cognitive Requirements
- Moderately sedentary, involving periods of sitting and computer
use.
- Capacity to organize and synthesize detailed information.
- Occasionally operates heavy machinery and uses hand tools
regularly, requiring physical strength and coordination.
- Engages in activities that require lifting (up to 50 lbs.),
walking, standing, climbing, and pushing/pulling for extended
periods.
- High levels of visual and manual coordination for operating
equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with woodshop tools and digital photography.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems creatively and
independently.
- Commitment to fostering a collaborative arts community.
Posting Number: S00459P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary: $31,000 - $35,000
Special Instructions to Applicants
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