Part-Time Visual Arts Curator & Programming Lead

Hebrew College; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Hebrew College seeks a part-time Arts Curator/Coordinator to help organize and develop its Visual Arts Initiative. The role focuses on envisioning and coordinating two to three annual exhibitions featuring Jewish artists from the Northeast US and Israel, in concert with the Art Committee and College leadership.

Responsibilities include exhibition logistics, publicity, and collaboration with academic and community partners, with potential for increased leadership roles based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in exhibition planning, coordination, or curation.
• Familiarity with Jewish educational and cultural institutions.
• Academic background in Jewish studies or a related field, or substantial professional experience.
• Familiarity with the contemporary visual art scene in the Northeast US and Israel.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan two to three exhibitions annually featuring Jewish visual artists from the Northeast US and Israel, in alignment with Hebrew College's mission.
• Oversee exhibition logistics including research, transport, installation, labels, and other curatorial needs.
• Coordinate publicity and promotional materials with the college's marketing team.
• Plan exhibition openings and related programs, including event logistics and catering.
• Coordinate exhibition schedule with the academic calendar and potential travel programs.
• Support the Development Director in donor opportunities and campaign support.
• Maintain the Permanent Collection: care, inventory, loans, and donor donations with appraisals.

Skills

Exhibition planning

Coordination

Curation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Jewish studies or related field

Job description

Hebrew College seeks a part-time Arts Curator/Coordinator to help organize and develop its Visual Arts Initiative. The role focuses on envisioning and coordinating two to three annual exhibitions featuring Jewish artists from the Northeast US and Israel, in concert with the Art Committee and College leadership.

Responsibilities include exhibition logistics, publicity, and collaboration with academic and community partners, with potential for increased leadership roles based on experience.