Colleagues:
Please forward this opportunity to any interested parties or post
accordingly.
> Curatorial Assistant:
> DePauw University seeks a creative and dynamic candidate for the
> full-time, twelve- month position of Curatorial Assistant to begin in
> August 2004. Under the supervision of the Director/Curator, the
> curatorial assistant will provide comprehensive support including:
> assisting in the coordination of exhibitions; installation and
> deinstallation of exhibitions; fabrication of object labels and
> didactic materials; and maintaining checklists and schedules. Duties
> will also include writing and distributing press releases; researching
> the permanent collection; creating and supervising installation work
> schedules; assisting with leading and training student employees;
> compiling and organizing images and other exhibition related material;
> maintaining artist and exhibition files; and other duties as assigned.
> The successful candidate must have gallery or museum experience;
> proficiency in essential preparatorial tasks, including art handling
> and hanging, lighting and preparing work for shipment; excellent
> computer, written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills;
> and familiarity with computerized databases (Filemaker Pro) and
> digital technologies. In addition, must be a personable,
> detail-oriented team player with the ability to handle multiple tasks
> and projects while maintaining flexibility in a collaborative,
> fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Desired qualifications
> include crating, carpentry and fabrication skills; experience with
> exhibit design; and knowledge of web design and maintenance using
> DreamWeaver. Macintosh proficiency required. Candidates with M.F.A.
> or M.A. in art, art history or related field are preferred. Thorough
> knowledge of modern and contemporary art required; familiarity with
> Asian and ethnographic art highly desired. Salary will be
> commensurate with qualifications and experience. To apply, send a
> letter of application, resume and list of three references to: Kaytie
> Johnson, Director/Curator, Richard E. Peeler Art Center, DePauw
> University, Greencastle, IN 46135. Review of applications will begin
> immediately and continue until the position is filled. DePauw
> University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women
> and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
>
Sincerely,
Kaytie Johnson
Director and Curator of University Galleries, Museums and Collections
Richard E. Peeler Art Center
DePauw University
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Kaytie Johnson
Director and Curator of University Galleries, Museums and Collections
Richard E. Peeler Art Center
DePauw University
10 West Hanna Street
Greencastle, IN 46135
(tel) 765.658.6556
(fax) 765.658.6552
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