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Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellow
We have an opening for a Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellow to support the Curatorial department at MCA Chicago. Reporting to the Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs, the Fellow assists the Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Manilow Senior Curator with all aspects of exhibition programming and organization. They are also responsible for general research on artists and other special projects as assigned. To be successful in this role, you will:
- Assist Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Manilow Senior Curator in research and organization of exhibitions, including: compiling informational packets on traveling exhibitions; preparing, coordinating, and monitoring loan agreements and forms; compiling bibliographies, entries, and photographic materials for catalogue preparation; and drafting wall texts and labels.
- Conduct general research on artists for collection committee meetings, Emerge, lectures, and special projects as assigned.
- Write reports on possible acquisitions, compile presentations, and contact donors and lenders.
- Assist other Curators in facilitating and organizing programming for exhibitions as needed.
- Curate a collection-based exhibition at the end of the 2-year term.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- MA or MFA in Art History, Art, Curatorial Studies or Museum Studies, or equivalent experience.
- Two years museum experience and/or research position at college or university level.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Good organizational and follow-through skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in an open and team-oriented environment.
- Ability to maintain a strict level of discretion, judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all matters.
- Ability to work professionally and effectively with a variety of clients and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
- Ability to perform occasional light lifting; general mobility throughout the museum.
To learn more about this opportunity, please visit our Career Center.
