Part-time Curatorial Fellowship | USA

The Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago (MoCP) offers a 24-month, grant-funded Curatorial Fellowship for Diversity in the Arts, which begins in September, 2018. The Curatorial Fellowship will provide a recent graduate with important professional experience in the areas of research and planning collections and exhibitions, develop associated publications and supporting curricular use of the museum’s collection with a focus on African, Asian, Latin American, Islamic and Native American Art.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Diversify the museum’s programs by researching and planning for the collection and exhibitions.
• Assist with expanding and diversifying the museum’s programs and holdings by researching and planning for the collection and exhibitions to increase MoCP audience.
• Develop associated publications including texts for exhibitions and catalogue entries for collection.
• Support the curricular use of the museum’s collection to reflect the economic, racial, cultural, and educational diversity of contemporary America.
• Conduct print viewings and tours as needed for students and the general public.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Art History or related field with emphasis on Photography, Modern or Contemporary Art required.
• Previous museum experience a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal skills are required.
• Strong knowledge of (or familiarity with) two or more areas in African, Asian, Latin American, Islamic or Native American Art.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills including the ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the college (or department.

We invite you to join our talented faculty and staff and become part of our collective aspiration to ensure Columbia prepares students for success in their creative fields through innovation, engagement and real-world experiences.