Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator

University of Mississippi•University, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Mississippi, also known as Ole Miss, is a leading public research institution dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where students, faculty, and staff can thrive. The Department of Art & Art History, accredited by NASAD, is seeking a Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator. This role involves coordinating all aspects of small- to medium-scale exhibition planning, development, and preparation. The coordinator will conduct research, develop interpretive materials for academic and public education, and cultivate relationships with artists, scholars, collectors, donors, and professional colleagues. The position also includes managing exhibition budgets, identifying funding opportunities, overseeing the department's gallery schedule, and coordinating publicity and special events.

Requirements

Experience in the arts, event management, publicity, marketing, reviewing artist contracts, and grant writing.
Experience with using the Microsoft Office suite and other software related to gallery management.
Bachelor's degree (Required)
Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required

Responsibilities

Proposes, develops, and coordinates small- to medium-scale exhibitions, museum-related public programs, and publications.
Cultivates relationships with artists, scholars, collectors, donors, and professional colleagues.
Conducts research related to the collection, including content for exhibitions and related publications.
Produces original research, presents at conferences and participates in professional organizations.
Develops and monitors exhibition budgets, and identifies and pursues funding opportunities in line with the overall museum development strategy.
Oversees the scheduling of the department’s gallery including the selection of exhibitions and working with the chair to establish a schedule that aligns with the strategic plans of the Department of Art & Art History and the university.
Oversees preparation and installation of exhibitions, including unpacking, dismantling, and repacking of borrowed shows; arranging for shipping and crating of all incoming and outgoing artwork.
Oversees exhibition and visiting artists’ budgets; complete funding requests, grants, and final reports.
Trains and oversees graduate assistants or undergraduate interns' proper art handling and professional practices in a gallery setting.
Coordinates publicity with on-campus outlets and off-campus media to include writing and distributing press releases, images, and social media management.
Provides planning and supervision of opening receptions and special events including art awards ceremonies, welcome back events, and art fundraisers.
Coordinates with all BFA and MFA graduating students and their faculty advisors about thesis exhibition planning.
Engages in community outreach as appropriate with programming goals to include making arrangements for visiting tours, artists, and scholars, and introducing current exhibitions to faculty members, students, and community organizations.
Serves as a liaison between the department and community arts organizations locally and regionally.
Provides engaging outreach and advocacy for the gallery and ensures the gallery complies with current campus, departmental, and National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD) policies and standards.