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Washington Project for the Arts (WPA) seeks a Registration Fellow for January 1 - May 15, 2019. This is an opportunity to quickly familiarize yourself with the region’s artistic talent while also further developing museum registration skills. Honoraria provided.
The Registration Fellow’s responsibilities revolve primarily around the planning and managing of artwork for the 2019 WPA Auction Gala, to be held on Saturday, May 4, 2019. This position involves a significant amount of administrative work.
This is a part-time position. The Registration Fellow is required to work a minimum of 14 hours per week in the WPA office or at the Auction Gala Site.
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WPA will pay a $2,500 stipend to the Coordinator in 5 installments, to occur: by January 15, February 15, March 15, April 15, and May 15. Taxes and Social Security will not be withheld from payments; the coordinator will receive a 1099 for tax purposes.
Responsibilities
Assist WPA staff and in planning and managing artwork solicitation, selection, registration, transportation, and installation.
Assist with the open call process and artwork solicitation
Assist in preparing submissions for art committee review
Support the art committee with the review process as necessary
Assist in preparing materials following art committee review
Assist with artist notifications
Track artist contracts and W-9 submissions
Assist in reviewing and editing artwork registration data and artwork bios
Assist in auditing artwork images to ensure publication quality; follow-up with artists for higher-resolution images as necessary
Assist with artwork drop-off at New York, Baltimore, and DC venues
Assist in the preparation of auction bid sheets
Help to coordinate payments to artists
Assist in the arrangement shipment/pick up for return of unsold artworks
Provide additional support as needed for the smooth execution of auction, including working the day of the event
Requirements
Strong organizational and communication skills
Keen attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign desired but not required
Friendly, engaging, and professional demeanor with the ability to work as part of a team is required
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and your resume/cv to hiring@wpadc.org. Position open until filled. No phone calls at this time please.
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Posted on December 13