Gallery Director

China Institute in America

Location: New York City, New York, USA

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Salary: 100,000 - 200,000 USD / yearly

Full-time

Job Description

China Institute in America is seeking a Gallery Director to implement the artistic identity and vision for the Gallery, plan exhibitions, and represent the institute locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

Supervise gallery staff, outside specialists, and vendors for successful exhibition projects.
Oversee production of at least two exhibitions annually with publications, education programs, and media exposure.
Build relationships with museums, scholars, and Chinese art world for quality exhibition proposals.
Manage and balance Gallery's budget, secure funding through donors, and oversee exhibition catalogs.
Author materials, work on marketing, and participate in programming and events.
Represent the Gallery within academic and arts community, drive donor cultivation opportunities, and recruit Gallery Committee members.
Design and develop short period art shows leveraging Institute's space outside of the Gallery.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: University bachelor's degree in related field, 5-7 years of work experience in related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications: PhD in art history, extensive curatorial experience.

Knowledge of museum best practices and academic museum trends.
Effective staff management and mentorship skills.
Promote teamwork, develop diverse Gallery audiences, and work positively with stakeholders.
Strong written/oral communication skills.

Perks & Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off