The Curator is responsible for the identification of emerging and established Latino visual artists. S/he is responsible for the curatorial process and installation and de-installation of all exhibits and educational arts programs related to the exhibits. S/he manages gallery openings, talks, closings, and artist symposium. S/he advocates and promotes the gallery and all of its exhibits.  Reports to the Director of Arts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION

  • Plans, manages and executes all exhibitions and Arts Educational Program.
  • Conducts local, national, and international call-to-artists.
  • Reviews all submitted works/portfolios from artists interested in exhibiting; if time permits visit artists at studios.
  • Interviews candidates for exhibit consideration.
  • Recommends artists exhibits for final approval.
  • Generates artist contract for execution.
  • Manages and executes of all logistics for curation, installation, opening, gallery events, and de-installation; including collection of marketing materials
  • Maintains regular gallery hours and helps manage gallery calendar as needed.
  • Trains volunteers on procedures for gallery hours and handling of art.
  • Follows and reinforces facility policies, procedures, and regulations at all times.
  • Creates and maintains accurate exhibit calendar at least 24 months in advance.
  • In collaboration with Marketing Manager, promotes the gallery and all its exhibits.
  • Ensures timely submission of exhibit images and information for appropriate marketing.
  • In collaboration with Human Resource Manager, seeks for volunteers to assist with gallery operations.
  • Returns all artistic work within the established timeframe.
  • Works closely with all programs to support the gallery and arts educational programs.
  • Conducts outreach and builds trusting relationships with residents and community stakeholders.

PROGRAM STRATEGY

  • In collaboration with the Director of Arts and the Senior Program Director, develops work plan, objectives and targets for the program based on Program’s outcomes and IBA’s mission and overall strategy.
  • Collaborates with Performance Manager to align and support programming efforts; including identifying Artisans for Festival Betances.
  • Collaborates with other programs as required to grow and develop the Arts program.

EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION

  • Attends trainings, forums, and conferences for professional growth.
  • Fosters partnerships and relationships with other community-based organizations and cultural partners among others to enhance the gallery and art educational component.
  • Aligns program partnerships to ensure that IBA has a consistent strong network.
  • Represents the agency at internal and external meetings as needed.

DATA MONITORING

  • Maintains monthly and annual data regarding exhibiting artists, gallery attendance, outputs, outcomes, etc.

 

OTHER DUTIES

  • Participates fully on the organization of annual Agency events, Three Kings Day, Membership Drive, Board Election, Festival Betances, annual meeting, and other events related to the community.
  • Carries out ad hoc duties as needed to ensure IBA maintains its effectiveness.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Fine Arts, or equivalent work experience
  • Three years of curatorial experience, preferred.
  • Understands and advocates for the state of Latino Arts
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Bilingual, Spanish-English, preferred.
  • Strong administrative, organizational skills and attentive to details.
  • Ability to work autonomously and in a team setting.
  • Effective at working with others to reach common goals and objectives.
  • Conveys complex ideas through brief simple materials.
  • High degree of computer literacy with excellent knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and data base software applications, required.
  • Good moral character, mature judgment and a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
  • Highly positive and enthusiastic style; capable of motivating others.
  • Outstanding project management skills, with the ability to drive complex, multi-faceted projects forward to deliver results on time; advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills and the ability to multi-task and handle a high pressure environment with timeline pressures.
  • Experience working in an urban community with diverse population.
  • Customer Services Oriented.
  • Able to work flexible schedule.

How To Apply:

Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@ibaboston.org or:

IBA – Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción / Job Postings

405 Shawmut Ave., Boston, MA  02118

 

Apply by:
February 23, 2015

About this Organization:

Established in 1968, IBA – Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción empowers individuals through education, workforce development and arts programs and creates vibrant affordable housing communities.