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UOVO

Independent Contractor - Art Handler

Irving, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience working in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. Core Responsibilities * Maintain storage ...

UOVO

Independent Contractor - Art Handler

Irving, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience working in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. Core Responsibilities * Maintain storage ...

UOVO

Independent Contractor - Art Handler

Houston, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience working in storage and collection management and will be comfortable moving a wide range of art objects. Core Responsibilities * Maintain storage ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$83K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums ... Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA). Opened in 2023 ...

Culinaire

Executive Chef

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$83K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums ... Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA). Opened in 2023 ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$83K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums ... Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA). Opened in 2023 ...

Compass Group

Executive Chef

Little Rock, AR

$83K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums ... Executive Chef to lead the culinary team at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA). Opened in 2023 ...

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How much do executive art collection management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive art collection management in the United States is $93,552.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Art Collection Management vs Art Collection Curator?

AspectExecutive Art Collection ManagementArt Collection Curator
Primary FocusOverseeing entire art collection strategies, acquisitions, and management at organizational levelSelecting, researching, and curating artworks for exhibitions and collections
CredentialsOften requires management experience, art administration, or related certificationsTypically holds art history or curatorial degrees and specialized training
Work EnvironmentCorporate, museum administration, or institutional settingsMuseums, galleries, or cultural institutions
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, budgeting, and high-level decision-makingResearch, exhibition planning, and artwork selection

While both roles involve working with art collections, Executive Art Collection Management focuses on strategic oversight and administration, whereas Art Collection Curators concentrate on research and exhibition curation. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right responsibilities and find suitable candidates for each role.

What does an executive art collection management do?

An executive art collection management professional oversees the acquisition, organization, preservation, and display of an organization's art collection. They develop policies, coordinate with curators and vendors, and ensure proper documentation and security of artworks, often using specialized software and industry standards.

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Collections Management Post-Baccalaureate Fellow

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Geneva, NY • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Description
The Visual Arts Curator of the Davis Gallery at Hobart and William Smith Colleges seeks a motivated recent graduate for a nine-month, fixed-term paid-fellowship position. This role is designed for an emerging professional to gain intensive, hands-on experience in the day-to-day care and management of the institution's Art Collection.
Reporting to the Visual Arts Curator, the Fellow will receive professional training in industry-standard practices and systems (e.g., PastPerfect) while supporting essential Art Collection operations, including cataloging, preventive care, and increasing access through campus initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Collection Documentation: Perform ongoing cataloging and inventory; reconcile records, update object files, author condition reports, and improve data quality in the collections database.
  • Acquisitions & Loans: Process incoming and outgoing loans and acquisitions, including cataloging, condition reporting, packing/unpacking, and overseeing secure transport.
  • Storage & Preventive Care: Maintain cleanliness and organization of collection storage areas; monitor and record temperature/RH; uphold Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices; and track rehousing priorities.
  • Campus Collaboration: Coordinate the display of artwork across campus and manage internal loans in collaboration with faculty and staff, overseeing selection, transport, and installation. Facilitate professors and staff utilizing the Art Collection in their courses.
  • Exhibition Assistance: Work with the Curator, guest curators, and visiting artists on exhibition preparation, including object research, mounting, and installation.
  • Mentorship: Supervise and mentor student Art Collection interns, modeling safe and professional art-handling practices.
  • Access & Outreach: Facilitate research inquiries, support image requests/permissions, and provide service to collection stakeholders. Author and distribute the monthly Art Collection newsletter and host once a month pop-up exhibition.

Other Information:
This is a full-time, 9-month, benefits eligible, non-exempt position: August 24, 2026- May 21, 2027. This position description is not all-inclusive as other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned. Work hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pay rate is $22/hr.
About HWS
A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.
Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men's Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.
Qualifications
Minimum:
  • Recent post-baccalaureate (B.A./B.S.) in Art History or a closely related field at Hobart and William Smith.
  • Prior experience handling artworks or working in a gallery/museum setting (via coursework or internships).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and exercise high levels of discretion.

Preferred:
  • Experience with collections management software (PastPerfect).
  • Specific coursework in museum studies, registration, or preventive conservation.
  • Strong writing and data-entry skills with a high attention to detail.

Physical & Workplace Requirements:
  • Ability to lift/move artworks and packing materials up to ~40 lbs with appropriate equipment.
  • Comfort working with ladders, carts, and basic hand tools.
  • Ability to work in climate-controlled storage, galleries, and various campus locations.

Application Instructions
  • Cover Letter describing your interest in collections management and relevant experience.
  • Résumé/CV.
  • References: Names and contact information for two professional or academic references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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