The Koch Curatorial Fellowship at the Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) is designed to launch emerging curators into substantial museum careers by providing an immersive educational experience in the Curatorial Department of a regional art museum.

The FAM Koch Curatorial Fellowship is a one-year, full-time appointment for a graduate student (or recent M.A./Ph.D.) in museum studies/art history. FAM Koch Curatorial Fellows participate in the full range of curatorial practice, including exhibition planning, design, and management; and collections care and management. The Fellows will work with both historical and contemporary works of art, and engage in writing, public speaking, studio/museum/gallery visits, research, curatorial and institutional planning, and administrative work.

Koch Fellows report directly to FAM Curator Mary M. Tinti, Ph.D., and will work closely with FAM Director Nick Capasso, Ph.D. and other members of the FAM team. Fellows will benefit from daily mentoring by Dr. Tinti, and enjoy a supportive, collaborative, and creative work culture.

The Fitchburg Art Museum is committed to the future career aspirations of each Fellow. FAM staff will actively participate in job searches for Fellows with direct advocacy, references, and professional networks.

The FAM Koch Curatorial Fellow will be paid an annual stipend of $28,000, plus full health coverage with an option to purchase additional family coverage. The fellowship will begin in July, 2015 (exact date TBD) and run through June 30, 2016.

Qualifications:
Applicants should be either current or recent graduate students (M.A./Ph.D.) in museum studies/art history. They should be emerging curators excited about all facets of curatorial practice.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, writing sample (between 5-15 pages), and the names and contact information for 3 references by email to Curator Mary Tinti (mtinti@fitchburgartmuseum.org), ATTN: Koch Curatorial Fellowship. The deadline for application is April 17th.

Apply by:
April 17, 2015

Salary:
$28,000 (plus full health coverage)

About this Organization:

The Fitchburg Art Museum is one of the most treasured cultural institutions in Central New England, and serves the Cities of Fitchburg and Leominster, and surrounding communities in North Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire.

FAM was founded in 1925, and its four-building complex, with over 20,000 square feet of exhibition space, features exhibitions from its art historical collections as well as special loan exhibitions focused on regional contemporary art. Collection strengths include 19th Century American Art, American photography, African Art, and Egyptian Art. The Egyptian collection is presented in an interactive gallery designed for families and school groups.

FAM plays a vital role in the cultural life of the region. Area schools, community groups, and artist organizations organize shows for FAM’s Community Gallery, and the museum maintains active educational partnerships with public and private schools, and Fitchburg State University. FAM also participates in efforts to stimulate the local creative economy, particularly by partnering in community-based festivals and public art projects.

FAM is an engine for creativity, education, community building, and fun!

www.fitchburgartmuseum.org