Curatorial Assistant: Residency & Performance Programs

Art and Wellness

United States

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art / The Momentary is seeking a Curatorial Assistant, Artists-in-Residence and Performance to support residency and performance programs across Crystal Bridges and The Momentary. You will engage with artists and their representatives, coordinate logistics, and help execute research and content development for ongoing projects.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in art history or related discipline, knowledge of visual arts and performance, and strong

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in art history or a related discipline is required.
Knowledge of visual arts is required.
Knowledge of performance, including music, theater, dance, time-based media, is required.
Experience working with artists and in residency programs is required.
Strong project coordination and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key contact for artists connected with residency programs, from invitation through residency completion.
Coordinate housing, transportation, community connections, and in-studio/on-site needs with internal teams.
Implement the daily operations of residency programs.
Schedule site visits, tours, and studio visits for teams and visitors.
Support research and content development for residencies, commissions, presentations, and performances.
Assist with writing, program notes, wall texts, and catalogue entries.
Deliver artist-led, public-facing opportunities under supervision of the Curator.
Support budget development, maintenance, and monitoring with partnering departments.
Coordinate artists-in-residence interns and volunteers.