Curator-in-Training: Photography & Media Arts

Milwaukee Art Museum; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Milwaukee Art Museum seeks an Assistant Curator to participate in a wide range of curatorial activities across exhibitions, acquisitions, research, and collection care. Under the Herzfeld Curator, you will help plan and implement research, curation, and public programs.

The role requires a Masters or PhD in Art History, 2–3 years of curatorial experience, and a focus on photography. Travel may be required; the position is full-time and benefits from a strong, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Art History is required.
• Two to three years curatorial/collections experience is required.
• Photography specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate collection care, including cataloging, research, storage, and photography.
• Conceive and install exhibitions; serve as site curator for touring shows.
• Assist with research, planning, and realization of loan exhibitions.
• Support department administration, including correspondence and interns.
• Write proposals and oversee documentation for acquisitions.
• Promote knowledge of the collection through lectures, public programs, and gallery talks.
• Cultivate relationships with donors and collectors; travel as needed.

Education

Masters or PhD in Art History

Two to three years curatorial and/or collections experience

Photography specialty (preferred)

Job description

The Milwaukee Art Museum seeks an Assistant Curator to participate in a wide range of curatorial activities across exhibitions, acquisitions, research, and collection care. Under the Herzfeld Curator, you will help plan and implement research, curation, and public programs.

The role requires a Masters or PhD in Art History, 2–3 years of curatorial experience, and a focus on photography. Travel may be required; the position is full-time and benefits from a strong, collaborative team.