Curator

Strathmore • North Bethesda, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Mansion at Strathmore is seeking a collaborative and intellectually curious Curator for our Invitational Gallery. The position supports one of Strathmore’s core values to Nourish Potential by supporting emerging and mid-career artists within Montgomery County and the DMV Region. The curator is responsible for shaping the season with contrasting exhibitions complementing coinciding exhibits. The position ensures that artists are prepared and able to increase their network based on their individual exhibition goals. The curator will expand relationships with regional college art programs as well as identify non-traditionally trained artists through various art networks. Other aspects of the job include creating Instagram content to facilitate artist network and growth, generating exhibition interpretation, leading gallery tours, and providing curatorial support in the Sculpture Garden. This is an in–office, position with telework options, evening hours for events, and 1-2 Saturdays per quarter.

Requirements

• A highly motivated and enthusiastic person who thrives when supporting artists.
• Experienced in non-curatorial roles with academic art programs.
• Eager to interact with visitors, artists, and volunteers in a clear, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Skilled at working independently, anticipating needs and managing multiple tasks and assignments.
• Collaborative and able to work collegially with staff across departments to achieve common objectives.
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Conscientious in monitoring budgets and tracking expenses.
• An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and able to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Motivated by anticipating and exceeding visitor expectations and needs.

Nice To Haves

• A 4-year degree in Studio Art or Art History or equivalent work history
• Knowledge of and experience with emerging artists, or curatorial roles in museums or galleries.
• At least 2 years’ experience working as or with Volunteers or Docents.

Responsibilities

• Identifies potential artists, provides artist background material and exhibition images, and officially invites artists to participate in the season. Additionally, the curator remains in contact with the artists through the artmaking process until the exhibition closes, and artwork is retrieved by buyers and artists.
• Manages contracts, stipends and resources effectively in close collaboration with related internal departments.
• Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with members of the broader arts community including artists, curators, educators, writers, journalists, collectors, and cultural institutions in our region.
• Represents the Invitational Gallery and fosters relationships with regional college art programs, non-traditionally trained artists, or external curators, galleries, artists, to advance our support of emerging artists.
• Assists with coordination of logistical needs for artists and studio visits
• Provides curatorial and administrative support for the sculpture garden, identifying potential artists and helping manage a sculpture rotation plan.
• Ensures accuracy of information in publications in print and online.
• Assists in the development, copyediting, design, and production of didactic materials, such as wall text, labels, gallery guides, and other content.

Benefits

• Health Benefits —Excellent medical, vision, wellness, and dental benefits through Montgomery County Government.
• Generous Leave —Between paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, you have ample opportunity to take time off when you need it.
• Retirement —We contribute 9% of your salary after 6 months to complement your 5% required contribution, fully vesting after three years of credited service.
• Flexibility —We offer the opportunity to telework up to two days per week.
• Learning & Growth —Professional development resources, tuition assistance, and opportunities to build your career and expand your network.
• Experiences —Opportunities to attend various performances and events at The Music Center and The Mansion.
• Free parking, flexible spending accounts, SmartTrip benefit plan, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree