2008 Associate Gallery Director, SDSU Downtown Gallery
Description
Associate Gallery Director, SDSU Downtown Gallery
(Lecturer, 2-year full-time, 12-month appointment)
Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Director of the School of Art, Design, and Art History, and in consultation with the Director of the SDSU Galleries the incumbent will plan and organize all aspects of gallery exhibitions, receptions, educational programs and events for the SDSU Downtown Gallery, and supervise its staffing and maintenance. The incumbent will advocate for and assist fundraising efforts associated with the exhibitions, educational programs, and management of the SDSU Downtown Gallery. The incumbent will also be required to teach one class per semester when necessary.
Incumbent will plan, organize and present an average of four exhibitions per year, in consultation with the Director of the SDSU Galleries and the Director of the School. Duties involved encompass all aspects of exhibitionary practice, including: development of exhibition concept; preparation of insurance forms, loan agreements and correspondence; supervision of transportation of artworks; supervision of exhibition design and installation; monitoring and maintenance of exhibited artworks; maintenance of exhibition documentation and archives; and ongoing maintenance of gallery facilities. Organize an opening reception for each exhibition. Plan, organize and present adjunct educational programs and events such as lectures, readings and performances that feature members of the University and off-campus communities.
Develop annual budgets to include operating costs for facility and staffing, etc., and expenses for an average of four exhibitions per year, plus adjunct educational programs. Monitor all expenditures. Manage and account for all monies generated by the facility (e.g. entrance and event fees, product sales, membership).
Advocate for and assist with fundraising efforts for gallery exhibitions, educational programs and activities to supplement the institutional budget.
Write and manage production of all publicity materials, including announcements and press releases for each exhibition.
Establish and maintain professional and collaborative relationships with SDSU faculty and programs, and with other galleries, museums, and art organizations. Cooperate and collaborate with the management and staff of the downtown facilities of the Museum of Contemporary Art and the University of California, San Diego Art Gallery. Explore interdisciplinary and multi-cultural exhibition opportunities. Ensure adherence to University policies and procedures and professional museum practices.
Oversee student assistants and community volunteers during installations and during gallery open hours. Organize and train docents to present exhibition tours to the public. Ensure general on-site security during open hours. Supervise the Downtown Gallery Store that will house student and faculty artworks for sale.
Qualifications
MFA or MA in a related field and at least 2 years of related experience
Demonstrated exhibition planning and installation experience.
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Knowledge of current museum management practices
Knowledge of fundraising and financial management
Knowledge of contemporary art and design
Knowledge of local and national museum issues and policies
Knowledge of exhibition design and graphic design principles
Teaching experience required
Salary & Rank
$48,000 to $52,008 annually; salary commensurate with experience.
Additional
The School of Art, Design, and Art History in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts is a large academic unit encompassing seven programmatic areas of emphasis: Applied Design, Art History, Art Education, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Painting and Printmaking, and Sculpture. The School offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in each of these areas of specialization. The undergraduate Art major has been granted impacted status in all areas of concentration. The School also has an active exhibition program, with two student galleries and two professional galleries: the University Art Gallery and the SDSU Downtown Gallery. In addition to the twenty-three tenure/tenure track faculty, the school employs approximately 65 part-time faculty and teaching associates and serves approximately 1,300 majors and 50 graduate students. The Director directs the School with the support of six full-time staff positions. They include two Equipment Technicians, one Administrative Support Assistant, two Administrative Support Coordinators, and an Information Technology Consultant.
Applications
Review of applications will begin on March 24, 2008 and will continue until position is filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vitae, slides (or digital images) of professional work, images of student work done under applicant's direction, artist's statement, statement of teaching philosophy, SASE and three letters of recommendation to:
Associate Gallery Director Search Committee
School of Art, Design and Art History
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego CA 92182-4805
"SDSU IS A TITLE IX, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST INDIVIDUALS ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, DISABILITY, OR VETERAN STATUS, INCLUDING VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM ERA."
Multimedia Adjunct Faculty Pool
The School of Art, Design, and Art History at San Diego State University is currently accepting applications to be considered for a pool of temporary, part-time adjunct teaching positions in Multimedia for the 2006/07 academic calendar. We are interested in qualified applicants who have experience in both fine art and client-based applications of motion graphics, 3D computer animation, web development, digital video, and/or basic electronic fabrication for artists. Applicants should have a BFA/MFA and past college teaching experience in the field. Please send letters of interest, resumes and samples of student work and your own creative work. Qualified candidate’s materials will be kept on file for consideration as positions become available. Please include a SASE for return materials.
Send materials to:
Multimedia Part-time Faculty Pool
School of Art, Design and Art History
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4805
"SDSU IS A TITLE IX, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST INDIVIDUALS ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, DISABILITY, OR VETERAN STATUS, INCLUDING VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM ERA."
Graphic Design Adjunct Faculty Pool
The School of Art, Design, and Art History at San Diego State University is currently accepting applications to be considered for a pool of temporary, part-time adjunct teaching positions in Graphic Design for the 2006/07 academic calendar. We are interested in qualified applicants who have high-level client-based experience, background in cross-disciplinary projects, as well as experience with entrepreneurial applications of graphic design. Applicants should have a BS/BFA/MA/MFA in Graphic Design and/or relevant field and past college teaching experience in Graphic Design or relevant field. Please send letters of interest, resumes, two letters of recommendation, and samples of both your own work and work produced by your students while in classes that you taught. Materials of qualified candidates will be kept on file for consideration as positions become available. Please indicate if materials need to be returned and include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Send materials to:
Graphic Design Adjunct Faculty Pool
School of Art, Design and Art History
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4805
"SDSU IS A TITLE IX, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST INDIVIDUALS ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER, MARITAL STATUS, AGE, DISABILITY, OR VETERAN STATUS, INCLUDING VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM ERA."
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