Exhibitions Program Manager
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Exhibitions Program Manager

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Location: Blacksburg,VA, USA

Date: 2024-12-03T06:38:50Z

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Exhibitions Program ManagerJob no: 531519 Work type: Staff Senior management: Executive VP & Provost Department: Center for the Arts at VT Location: Blacksburg, Virginia Categories: Communications / Public Relations / Marketing, Other, Visual Arts / Studio ArtsJob DescriptionThe Exhibitions Program Manager is a dynamic, people-facing role responsible for the coordination and administration of visual art programs at the Moss Arts Center (Moss). This position reports to the Curator and is the central point of contact for artists, visitors, educational partners, external vendors, and internal teams. The Manager is responsible for overseeing the installation and implementation of exhibitions, arranging and leading student and community engagement with exhibitions and gallery tours, handling financial transactions, maintaining records, and facilitating communication between multiple departments. The role involves a high degree of collaboration with production, marketing, educational outreach, and facilities teams to ensure successful, engaging exhibitions and programs for diverse audiences. This position requires exceptional project management, organizational, and communication skills, as well as experience in exhibitions management, administration, and public engagement. This is a full-time, hands-on role that requires occasional evening and weekend hours.Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in art history, studio art, museum studies, art education, or a related field, or significant equivalent experience.- Experience in gallery, museum, or curatorial settings with a proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.- Prior experience installing artwork and preparing gallery spaces.- Experience handling administrative tasks with proven experience managing financial submissions, payment processing, and maintaining accurate exhibition records.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people, including artists, patrons, students, and cross-functional teams.-Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as requested and required.Preferred Qualifications- Experience in a higher education setting or familiarity with university art programming and collection management- Hands-on experience with public programming and K12 educational engagement initiatives related to visual arts.- Familiarity with cloud storage and filesharing applications in support of exhibition management-Proficiency in Adobe CC programs (Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat) and experience with 3D exhibition design software (Rhino or Sketchup).Pay Band4Appointment TypeRegularSalary Information$46,000-$52,000, commensurate with experienceInitial Review DateNovember 29, 2024; applications accepted until position is filledAdditional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisha Farrier at ...@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.Advertised: November 4, 2024 Applications close:
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