Registrar [Asia Society Texas Center, Houston, TX]

Description

The Registrar assists the Nancy C. Allen Curator and Director of Exhibitions in all elements of exhibition development, planning, and execution. He or she is responsible for the physical care and arrangements for temporary exhibitions and loans, and for management of tours of exhibitions organized by Asia Society Texas Center (ASTC) as assigned, along with other departmental duties. Job title commensurate with candidate experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in art, art history, museum administration, museum studies, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in museum exhibitions required (3-5 years preferred).
• Knowledge of standard museum loan and registration practices.
• Proven organizational skills, with strong ability to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, function under pressure, and work independently.
• Experience with art handling and knowledge of best practices.
• Awareness of environmental monitoring guidelines related to the display of art work.
• Experience with fine arts insurance.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Strong budgeting skills.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, supporters, and outside vendors.
• Demonstrated experience with Asian art required, knowledge of an Asian language preferred.
• Strong ability to interact with the public and high-level individuals and work collaboratively with diverse constituencies.
• An understanding of, and an ability to articulate, the accomplishments and goals of an organization like Asia Society.