Assistant/Associate Curator
| Company | Alice L. Walton School of Medicine |
|---|---|
| Location | Bentonville, AR, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- MA in Art History or related discipline preferred, knowledge of American Art required
- 2-3 years prior curatorial experience required
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex ideas into accessible and engaging interpretive content for diverse audiences
- Familiarity with digital tools and platforms for interpretation, including audio guides, video production, and online engagement
- Experience with project management or coordinating public programs
- Knowledge of audience engagement strategies and evaluation methodologies
- Working relationship with collectors, artists, the art market, and scholars
- Demonstrated research skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Comfortable working with minimal direct supervision, managing multiple projects in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, and completing assignments on regular deadline
- Superior written and verbal communication skills; excellent analytical and critical thinking
- Demonstrated organizational skills with precise attention to detail
- Ability to travel regionally and/or nationally from time to time
- Ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with curators and educators to design and implement interpretive strategies for exhibitions and art loans
- Develop written, audio, and visual interpretive materials, such as wall texts, labels, gallery guides, and multimedia guides
- Assist in creating and maintaining digital interpretive content for Art Bridges’ website and other platforms
- Conduct research to support loans to partner organizations, including scholarly research, object history, and interpretive themes
- Provide assistance in the preparation of art object essays, labels, and other curatorial documents
- Participate in exhibition planning meetings and assist in the coordination of interpretive strategies
- Collaborate with the Learning & Engagement department to develop programs and resources that enhance audience engagement consistent with Art Bridges’ funding and mission
- Conduct regular evaluations of interpretive materials and programs to assess impact and make improvements
- Assist in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources for interpretive projects
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of interpretive initiatives and project outcomes
- Supervise interns
- Work closely with curatorial research assistants
- Travel to partner museums and conferences when needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Passion for expanding access to American art
- Eagerness to join a new and growing organization and the dynamism that involves
- Ability and interest in working with people from diverse backgrounds, including age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, and lived experiences
- Positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and sense of humor
- Talent to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- High degrees of initiative and discretion