Exhibits Coordinator

Exhibits Coordinator

Position:Exhibits Coordinator
Non-profit/ Full-time/non-exempt
Tuesday- Friday 10:00-4:00

Every first Friday 3-10 pm

Pay Rate Range: $24-$27

Full time Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid personal time
• Paid sick time
• Paid Holidays
• 403(B) retirement plan

About Able ARTS Work:

At Able ARTS Work, we believe music and art are vital tools to liberate and transform lives. Our guiding philosophy "Love before Learning" ensures that each and every person is welcomed and cherished as an individual, and has opportunities every day for self-expression, personal growth, and joy.
For 40 years Able ARTS Work has been providing creative arts services and opportunities for marginalized communities in particular Individuals with developmental disabilities as well as children and adults who are interested in inclusive art exploration.

Job Title: Exhibits Coordinator Non-Exempt Status

Reports To: Director of Community Advancement

Job Purpose

To support the community engagement and vocational goals of Able ARTS Work by developing and implementing professional internal/external art exhibition and creative opportunities for Able Arts Work's resident artists and the community through inclusive structures. Seek out opportunities for AAW Artists to show and participate in exhibitions outside of the organization

To support the Communications Department by shaping the branding, marketing, and communications strategy of Able ARTS Work through printed and online material. Creating, collecting, and designing relevant images and captions to post on AAW social media platforms that support the company's mission, vision, and branding message while promoting the client's achievements.

Duties and Responsibilities - Essential Duties

Exhibition Development

Host, curate, prepare, install/de-install (professional standards) all aspects of Able ARTS Work art exhibits through to completion while representing Able ARTS Work and Able ARTS Work artists professionally.

Developing unique concepts for each exhibit, keeping timelines, delegating roles to supporting staff, public speaking, utilizing accessibility presentation tools, communicating with partnering organizations/artists and positively representing Able ARTS Work.

Coordinate creation of print materials, online posting and mailings with office staff

Support other Able ARTS Work exhibition department opportunities as needed; gala, mobile programs, calendar, etc.

Maintain the exhibits office, ensuring that materials are put away and artwork are properly filed, and space is kept clean. Maintain archival of artwork.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Work with Art Instructors/program staff/students to maintain an ongoing conversation on gallery opportunities/events, and community opportunities. Provide information/feedback on art and expectations for archived work

Networking and Community Engagement

Actively seek out and network with a variety of organizations and people in order to develop in-house and community-based exhibits as well as submit on behalf of Able ARTS Work artists through strong/professional communication.

Develop hands-on participation opportunities for audiences attending exhibitions, department activities, including but not limited to educational tours of current exhibitions, and organize complimentary workshops for inclusive audiences.

Data Management

Maintain necessary grant reporting documentation, including but not limited to marketing materials, attendance, narrative outcomes, artist and curator statements, artist and curator bios.

Maintain all print and image content relative to the exhibitions department accessible and organized for necessary access, maintain and update AAW's digital archive.

Maintain professional grade record keeping of documents. Pricing, archiving Able ARTS Work artist artwork, maintaining artist resumes, photographing work, etc.

Communicating with staff and administration regarding documentation practice to ensure consistent data management of files/artwork

Complete sales and inventory reports

Qualifications

BA in arts education, arts, social work, creative arts therapy, or other related human services

1+yr. experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred

Experienced in the development of multi-media art exhibitions. Basic knowledge of best practices in exhibition development and familiarity with various social media platforms.

Knowledge of Creative Suite, ex: photoshop, InDesign, illustrator, or alternative graphic programs such as Canva

Matting and framing, gallery installation techniques, graphic design, special event planning

Technical knowledge of computer, tablet, telephone, fax machine

Current certifications and license

Working conditions

Travel: 30%

Physical requirements

Frequent pushing, carrying, lifting.

Standing 50%

Walking 35%

Sitting 15%

Lifting 35+lb.

Carrying 35+lb.

Pushing 35+lb.

For more information on our organization, please visit us at www.ableartswork.org.

JobType: Full-time/non-exempt

Pay Rate Range: $24-27

Able ARTS Workprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.