Contemporary Art Curatorial Fellow

Bakalar & Paine Galleries

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

The Bakalar & Paine Galleries at MassArt are the largest free contemporary art

space in New England. We host contemporary art exhibitions featuring professional

artists, both established and emerging, from around the world.

Job Description:

This part-time administrative position is designed to broaden the experience of

graduate students embarking on professional and academic careers in art history,

museum studies, or related fields who are considering the museum profession. The

Curatorial Fellow will be a key contributor to the Bakalar & Paine Galleries’ team.

The Fellow will work 1-2 weekdays on site (days/times negotiable). This work

requires flexibility in a fast-paced office environment.

Examples of Work:

Assists with a broad range of curatorial activities, including:

 Exhibition planning and coordination (research, writing, and logistics for an

upcoming contemporary design show and a multidisciplinary thematic group

show)

 Correspondence with artists and galleries

 Assistance with gallery publications

Qualifications:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or related field

Preferred: Well-versed in contemporary art, master’s degree (completed or in

progress), and previous experience in a professional art gallery or museum setting

Performance Expectations – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The successful candidate must have:

 Interest in contemporary art

 Familiarity with best practices associated with the operation of a

museum/gallery

 Excellent organizational, time management, interpersonal, and communication

skills

 Flexibility to accomplish time-sensitive tasks and ability to adapt to meet

deadlines with little supervision

 Attention to detail, ability to produce excellent writing, and strong proofreading

skills

 Computer literacy

Salary: $20/hour

Hours: 7 hours/week during business hours (days/times negotiable)

Duration: ideally August 15 – December 15, 2015 (with the possibility of renewal)

Closing date: Open until filled, applications will be reviewed starting July 15, 2015

Please email cover letter and resume (or questions) to darci.hanna@massart.edu

(617-879-7339).