Gallery Director, Academic Professional
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number F2028P Working Title Gallery Director, Academic Professional Department Franklin-School of Art About the University of Georgia
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About The College/Unit/Department
The Franklin College of Arts & Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committee to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and to creating a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, people from historically excluded groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2025 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/18/2024 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
The committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration applications should be submitted by September 15th, 2024. For questions, please contact LeeAnne Krause at leeanne.krause@uga.edu.
Applications Should Include
• Cover Letter detailing your vision for the role
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
• List of References with Contact Information
• Curatorial Portfolio
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Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Academic Professional AC FLSA Faculty Rank Academic Professional Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
MA in Curatorial Studies, an MFA in studio art, or a PhD in art history, or other, related fields.
Position Summary
The Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia invites applications for a visionary Gallery Director to begin January 2025. This position is crucial to the artistic and educational mission of the School, overseeing the curation, programming, and installation of 5 exhibition spaces within in our 50,000-square-foot Main Art Building, as well as the newly established, 5,000-square-foot Athenaeum, opened in 2021. Located in vibrant downtown Athens, the Athenaeum is a dynamic space that includes an art gallery, classroom facilities, and reading room.
The Gallery Director position presents a unique opportunity to shape and contribute to the School of Art, home to more than 800 majors and minors, 40+ faculty in art, design, art history, and art education, and approximately 60 graduate students. Reporting to the School’s Director, this position is expected to build upon the recent successes of the Dodd Galleries, curating exhibitions by major contemporary artists as well as commissioning projects by mid-career and emerging artists. The Gallery Director is responsible for developing exhibitions and related programming, as well as managing administrative processes related to the galleries, including the coordination of loans, shipping, and insurance, as needed. Exhibitions and related programs are core features of the School of Art and are vital to the success of our academic mission, as well as our partnerships with other units on campus and within the larger artistic community.
The Gallery Director is encouraged to travel several times a year to attend art fairs, conduct studio visits, and meet with key stakeholders for the purpose of cultivating relationships with artists and raising the profile of the gallery. In partnership with the Art School’s Advisory Board, the Gallery Director will also lead the effort to develop new sources of funding and revenue. This position is responsible for seeking grants/fundraising in support of gallery projects. Additionally, the Gallery Director is responsible for coordinating with the Communications Director on gallery announcements, press releases, and accompanying signage. The Gallery Director will hire and work with a team of students and contract preparators to promote exhibitions, staff the galleries, run the website, install exhibitions, and manage programming connected to the galleries’ exhibitions.
Curators, artists, and scholars with relevant experience are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, creativity, and expertise in the evolving field of contemporary art. The Gallery Director is not required to pursue a research agenda, but will be expected to maintain expertise in contemporary art and curatorial practice. The Gallery Director teaches up to two courses per year as assigned by the Director and serves on the School of Art’s Visiting Artist and Scholar Series Committee. The rank of the position is Academic Professional; the position is a year-round, 12-month appointment.
Additional Requirements
Applicants with a MA degree must document exceptional accomplishments in Curatorial Studies or related area and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
• List of References with Contact Information
• Portfolio
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