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Exhibitions Coordinator

The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art provides a platform for artistic exploration through multi-faceted queer perspectives. We embrace the power of the arts to inspire, explore, and foster understanding of the rich diversity of LGBTQIA+ experiences.

Job Description

The Exhibitions Coordinator for the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art is responsible for supporting the Curatorial department in all aspects of the Museum's exhibitions planning and execution. The Exhibitions Coordinator shall perform her/his/their duties in accordance with the regulations of the New York State Board of Regents, and when possible, the American Alliance of Museums. The Exhibitions Coordinator is expected to:

• Coordinate all aspects of exhibition production, working closely with the Chief Curator/Director of Exhibitions, Associate Curator/Exhibitions Manager, and Registrar.
• Liaise with artists, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders, as well as members of the public as it relates to exhibitions implementation.
• Have a working knowledge of LLMA including its collections, exhibitions, history, culture, and constituents.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Track exhibition deadlines and deliverables, coordinating with work of outside curators, contractors, and vendors as necessary
• Draft artist and curator contracts, and work with Registrar to draft loan agreements
• Correspond with lending institutions, as needed
• Create and update exhibition and press checklists
• Enter exhibition records in database
• Assist with exhibition mockups through digital rendering
• Format wall labels
• Coordinate printing, framing, fabrication, A/V tech, and other art production as needed
• Coordinate printed materials for exhibitions
• Work with Registrar to determine deadlines for shipping and return of loaned artworks
• Perform research and creative problem-solving related to art production, fabrication, and object needs
• Research and purchase exhibition-related materials
• Assist in tracking expenses within set budgets
• Be on-site during installation and deinstallation periods for production or installation assistance
• Prepare exhibition information packets for Visitor Experience team
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Past experience (a minimum of two years preferred) with various aspects of exhibition production
• Strong project management skills; highly organized and detailed with an ability to multitask various projects and timelines
• Familiarity with Museum standards of care, display, documentation, and storage strongly preferred;
• Basic art handling experience;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (especially Word and Excel) and Google Workspace;
• Proficiency with Photoshop and Indesign (experience with SketchUp and other spatial design software a plus);
• Experience working collaboratively, and comfort working within a small team;
• Capacity for creative problem-solving;
• Passion for and deep knowledge of the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art's mission and vision; commitment to the preservation of LGBTQIA+ art, histories, and cultures

This is primarily an in-office position. Some remote work may be possible when the exhibition schedule allows. There may be some work obligations during nights and weekends.

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