Curatorial Lead: Exhibitions & Programs

Virginia Commonwealth University; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Curatorial Assistant & Exhibition Programs Manager at Virginia Commonwealth University leads research and development for exhibitions, publications, and curatorial initiatives, coordinating with artists and curators from ideation to production. The role bridges artists and the ICA/VCU during development, ensuring cohesive program content and institutional alignment.

Housed within the Institute for Contemporary Art, the position supports interdisciplinary programming, maintains records, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Museum Studies, Arts Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years in a museum, gallery, nonprofit arts organization, or related cultural institution.
• Strong research, writing, editorial, and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating exhibitions, publications, artist projects, or curatorial programs.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Knowledge of contemporary art and curatorial practice.
• Commitment to a respectful, professional, and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead research, development, and realization of exhibitions, publications, and curatorial programs.
• Coordinate artist communication and curatorial research throughout development.
• Draft and oversee interpretive materials including wall texts and publications.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, and records across development stages.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to transition materials into production and implementation.
• Plan and coordinate exhibitions, publications, and artist projects with internal teams.

Skills

Research

Writing

Editorial

Organization

Communication

Curatorial practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art History

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Curatorial Assistant & Exhibition Programs Manager at Virginia Commonwealth University leads research and development for exhibitions, publications, and curatorial initiatives, coordinating with artists and curators from ideation to production. The role bridges artists and the ICA/VCU during development, ensuring cohesive program content and institutional alignment.

Housed within the Institute for Contemporary Art, the position supports interdisciplinary programming, maintains records, and