We have an opening for a Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellow to support the Curatorial department at MCA Chicago. Reporting to the Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs, the Fellow assists the Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Manilow Senior Curator with all aspects of exhibition programming and organization. They are also responsible for general research on artists and other special projects as assigned. To be successful in this role, you will:
- Assist Deputy Director and Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Manilow Senior Curator in research and organization of exhibitions, including: compiling informational packets on traveling exhibitions; preparing, coordinating, and monitoring loan agreements and forms; compiling bibliographies, entries, and photographic materials for catalogue preparation; and drafting wall texts and labels.
- Conduct general research on artists for collection committee meetings, Emerge, lectures, and special projects as assigned.
- Write reports on possible acquisitions, compile presentations, and contact donors and lenders.
- Assist other Curators in facilitating and organizing programming for exhibitions as needed.
- Curate a collection-based exhibition at the end of the 2-year term.
