ASSISTANT CURATOR

Job Overview

JOAN, a nonprofit art organization, is eager to welcome a new Assistant Curator to the team. This part-time role, starting in May or June 2024, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the curatorial program and support various organizational aspects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to define the curatorial program.
• Lead the research, development, and installation of exhibitions and programs.
• Curate public programming aligned with annual themes.
• Foster close relationships with artists for project development.
• Network with artists, curators, writers, and freelancers to enhance partnerships.
• Prepare press releases, agreements, and other exhibition materials.
• Administer the membership plan and related initiatives.
• Facilitate the organization’s annual fundraiser and donor activities.
• Assist with grant writing and reporting.
• Manage daily gallery operations, enhancing visitor experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in art history, curatorial studies, or related fields, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• A strong passion for contemporary art and nonprofit operations.
• Proficient research skills and experience in project coordination.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse interactions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Creative and interdisciplinary working style.
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Acrobat.
• Additional language skills are advantageous.

Position Details

• Part-time (20 hours/week) for 1 year, with potential extension.
• Must be available Thursday-Saturday, 12-6pm, and flexible for irregular hours.
• Compensation: $27/hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JOAN is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy-related conditions, or any other protected characteristic.

About JOAN

Founded in 2015, JOAN is a nonprofit art space focusing on exhibitions, performances, screenings, and discussions. Inspired by feminist performance spaces, it challenges social and cultural norms outside the commercial art scene. JOAN supports artists from marginalized communities, fostering larger-scale projects and offering a platform for diverse audience engagement and sociopolitical discourse.

Application Process

Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter, two references, and 1-2 writing samples (max 5 pages) in a single PDF to joanlosangeles.org by April 19, 2024.