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The Institute for Studies on Latin American Art (ISLAA), a research institute dedicated to expanding scholarship and public engagement with art from Latin America, is seeking a full-time exhibitions assistant to provide research, administrative, and logistical support for ISLAA’s growing exhibitions program.
The exhibitions assistant will report to the exhibition and curatorial manager and will play an integral role in all aspects of exhibition production, from conducting curatorial research to interfacing with members of the public. This position will also be responsible for overseeing the general maintenance of ISLAA’s exhibition space and ensuring the smooth operation of ISLAA’s office. Beyond the day-to-day requirements of this job, this role will offer exciting opportunities to develop and spearhead exhibition-related programming.
Inaugurated in 2019, ISLAA’s exhibitions program has provided a platform for new research and fresh perspectives on modern and contemporary art from Latin America. Organized by guest curators in collaboration with staff, ISLAA exhibitions present artwork and materials from ISLAA’s collection and Library and Archives and are accompanied by original booklets and public programs.
ISLAA seeks team members who reflect the diverse communities we engage with. Positions are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.
COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE
The exhibitions assistant is a full-time position based at ISLAA’s headquarters in New York with a salary range of $50,000–$55,000. Health benefits and 401k are offered after three months of employment. This role will follow a Tuesday–Saturday schedule and will require occasionally working evenings during openings and events.
ABOUT US
The Institute for Studies on Latin American Art (ISLAA) expands scholarship and public engagement with art from Latin America through its program of exhibitions, publications, lectures, and partnerships with universities and art institutions. For more information, please visit islaa.org.
Responsibilities
Assist with assorted logistics for ISLAA’s exhibitions program, including checklist management, framing and conservation coordination, artwork shipping, and installation organization
Greet visitors, answer questions about exhibitions, and develop and lead guided exhibition tours to individuals and groups
Write and edit public-facing texts, including press releases, interpretive materials, artist bios, and online descriptions
Conduct research for exhibition texts, checklists, and public programs
Assist with press outreach and respond to press inquiries for exhibitions
Work with exhibition and curatorial manager to organize educational exhibition-related public programming
Transcribe video lectures and public program recordings presented alongside ISLAA exhibitions
Submit image requests for publications and scan materials from the ISLAA Library and Archives
Provide essential administrative support to staff across ISLAA’s research, editorial, and academic initiatives by facilitating office operations, including shipping and restocking
Requirements
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in art history or a related field, at least one year of experience working at an arts institution, and demonstrated interest in broadening narratives about modern and contemporary art. Advanced Spanish speaking, reading, and writing abilities are required. Working proficiency in Portuguese is preferred.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and your résumé to islaa.exhibitions@islaa.org, with “Exhibitions Assistant” in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Posted on April 12