The Petrie Institute of Western American Art Curatorial Fellow

DENVER ART MUSEUM INC•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Petrie Institute of Western American Art Curatorial Fellow at the Denver Art Museum (DAM) will gain hands-on experience in museum curation specializing in western American and American art. This is a two-year fellowship, with an option for a third year, offering access to curatorial experiences, opportunities, and mentorship. The fellow will collaborate with seasoned curators, including the director/curator of the Petrie Institute, an interpretive specialist, and other museum staff, while participating in departmental and museum-wide initiatives. The DAM is seeking individuals passionate about creativity and community building to join a curious, respectful, dynamic, inclusive, and creative team.

Requirements

M.A./M.F.A. required (minimum) in a related field.
At least 3 years of professional work experience in a museum or research/educational institution.
Demonstrated knowledge of western American and/or American art from the 19th century to the present.
Knowledge of current trends and theories in American art history, museum studies, and provenance research.
Sound work habits and organization, personal initiative, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work in a dynamic museum environment.
A love of objects, an aptitude for curatorial work, and evidence of scholarly promise.
An excellent command of spoken and written English and can generate content in English for broad audiences.
Qualified candidates are expected to exemplify the DAM’s internal values, which include being dynamic, respectful, inclusive, creative, and curious.
The ability to maintain effective and positive working relationships with visitors, employees, volunteers, representatives of public and private entities, policy-making bodies, and contractors is critical to the success of this position.

Nice To Haves

Exhibition or gallery experience and publications highly desirable.
Experience in publication editing and/or conference organizing.
A clear commitment and passion for museums and a museum profession.
A strong network of professional colleagues, collectors, dealers, and artists.
French, Spanish, or other language comprehension.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the director/curator to develop ambitious exhibitions and programs.
Researching and planning for permanent gallery rotations.
Writing and editing Blog posts, program descriptions, and content for press and marketing.
Researching collections, conducting provenance research, and updating object records in the collection database ARGUS.
Being an active member of the curatorial division.
Helping build and refine the collections.
Cultivating collectors, patrons, curatorial colleagues, and cultural organizations.
Producing scholarly publications.
Traveling for research, presentations, or other work-related events in consultation with the director/curator.
Speaking publicly to diverse audiences including the general public, university students, specialists, and donors in both formal (presentation) and informal (tour) settings.
Planning and supporting events, public programs, and symposia.
Participating in museum-wide teams and other museum or department tasks as assigned.
Maintaining professional affiliations in scholarly organizations, professional societies, and relevant committees.
Supporting DAM’s Racial Equity Roadmap initiatives through goal setting and applying a racial equity lens in daily work.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, that can be extended to domestic partner, spouse, and children.
DAM 100% paid Life Insurance, and Short/Long Term Disability.
Generous sick and vacation paid time off and one personal day.
Ten paid holidays.
403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and those who meet the requirements after one year will qualify for the 3% non-elective contribution and 2% match program.
A free RTD Eco Pass.
Free Telehealth and Employee Assistance Program.
Access to Headspace.
Two weeks Paid Parental Leave.
Free DAM Family Membership.