Job Description
The Steven and Ann Ames Curator of Drawings and Prints oversees the museum’s collection of drawings and prints and propose and organize collection displays and loan exhibitions (in any medium), including the writing and preparation of related scholarly catalogues, brochures, and didactic texts.The Steven and Ann Ames Curator of Drawings and Prints works closely with other curatorial staff and widely across departments in the museum, in particular Conservation, Education, Exhibitions and Collections Management, Publications, Advancement, and Research Resources.Responsibilities:Oversee the growth of the Whitney’s drawing and print holdings through gifts and purchasesOversee the museum’s Acquisition Committee on Drawings and PrintsHelp to define the Museum’s collection strategy and display methodology in consultation with the Chief CuratorCollaboratively shape the scholarly program and research functions of the Museum’s Sondra Gilman Study Center for works on paper.Development of educational programs; and fundraisingCultivate external relationships with artists; trustees and various patron groups; members of the press; and colleagues at other institutionsWork closely with other curatorial staff and departments in the museum, in particular Conservation, Education, Exhibitions and Collection Management, Publications, Advancement, and Research ResourcesApprove loans; serve on Museum’s Replication Committee; work with artists, scholars, and other interested parties to access the collection; undertake special research projects for the collection and acquisitions as needed; represent the Museum within the scholarly community through participation in panels, symposia, and other forums; supervise administrative matters related to these activitiesParticipate in and/or lead cross-departmental working groups on a variety of topics related to the CollectionSupervise a Curatorial AssistantSupervise the Works on Paper Study Center Fellow alongside the Sondra Gilman Curator of PhotographyRequirements:Knowledge of Google Docs Editor Suite, Microsoft Teams, Asana, QuickBooks, Adobe Photoshop, and TMS desirableThis position requires strong expertise in 20th- and 21st-century American art; a specialty in early to mid-twentieth-century art is preferred but not required.10+ years of experience, including a distinguished record of exhibitions, publications, and acquisitions in the fieldM.A. in art history; Ph.D. preferredCompensation & Benefits:Estimated salary range of $125,000-$140,000 per annumMedical, Dental, Vision, 403(B) electionsGenerous PTO benefitsCommuter benefits - parking and mass transitAdmission to world-renowned museums across the city and nationallyPet insurance and discounted membership for CitibikeNot sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women and other people who are systematically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role.About the Whitney:The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years. The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists themselves, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today.EEO Statement:The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.Powered by JazzHRWhitney Museum of American Art
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