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Curator of Indigenous Art & Community Initiatives
Location:
Anchorage, AK
Description:
The Anchorage Museum connects people, expands perspectives, and encourages global dialog about the North and its distinct environment. Exploring the intersection of art, history and science, the Anchorage Museum shares multiple perspectives and experiences that tell a greater story. We welcome diverse perspectives and recognize all are enriched when a diversity of voices, viewpoints, and skills are included and engaged in the work we do.The Anchorage Museum is recruiting for an outgoing critical thinker with an exceptional interest in indigenous art for the position of Curator of Indigenous Art & Community Initiatives . This position will further the Museum's work with Alaska's living cultures, with an emphasis on Indigenous art, artists, land acknowledgement, climate change and other initiatives. The incumbent will develop a model of community curation through programming and curatorial content, strengthening connections between the Museum, Alaska Native communities, and regional, national and international Indigenous artists, communities and organizations, through engagement and outreach. This position works as a member of an integrated team of curators, content providers, educators, and others.This is a one- to three-year term position. Essential Functions: Work closely with Museum staff and a wide array of community partners, from local to outside the state Develop public programs and outreach Develop and organize special projects Develop collection-based educational and public programming Develop research and promote education with an emphasis on Indigeneity Contribute to Museum scholarship, publication and presentations Facilitate discussions with the the internal team about innovative reconciliation initiatives, cultural sensitivity and encourage new ways of working Present talks and lectures to share research and Museum initiatives with various communities and the public Participate in the development of the Museum collection in the area of contemporary Indigenous art Write texts for publications and online projects for a variety of audiences, documenting research processes and findings related to exhibitions and collections Liaise regularly with local Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities and represent the Gallery at a variety of functions, such as, exhibition openings, talks and public events in the art community, you will also participate as requested on juries, panels and seminars Provide exhibition information, as requested, to Museum staff for planning and dissemination of public programs, special events, media releases, sponsorship proposals and other needs Liaise with other institutions regarding Indigenous exhibitions Respond to public requests for information and research Write and speak about Indigenous art and issues, including at national conferences and gatherings Work closely with other museums to develop and implement a wide range of interpretive programs and materials Lead the Museum forward in a way that prioritizes community participation Focus on strategic mission, priorities and annual programmatic goals and work with Senior Leadership in developing messaging Serve as a member of the curatorial team-contribute to the research, development and presentation of new exhibitions and projects that interpret contemporary culture and respond to the global flow of information, emerging discourses, new artists, new geographies, new media and changing contexts Advance the activities of Polar Lab, SEED Lab, Design Week, North x North and other Museum initiatives Work with staff to ensure that the Museum programs are timely, topical, and address important issues of Alaska and the North's past, present and future Coordinate project teams, artists, volunteers, interns, content experts and others as needed Develop collaborations with local, statewide and national university faculty and academic departments to foster the use of Museum distinctive collections and intellectual content Raise awareness, engage new audiences and encourage the scholarly use of the Museum's holdings in archives and in the collection Build relationships that will engage Native elders and emerging artists in the selection and interpretation of prospective collections for loans Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Strong knowledge of Alaska Native cultures and indigenous cultures of the Circumpolar North Excellent communication skills--spoken and written Knowledge of programmatic development process Ability to be innovative, team-oriented and highly motivated Able to work with a variety of individuals and agencies Able to work independently and organize time efficiently to meet deadlines Strong leadership qualities and abilities Able to handle multiple tasks and projects with changing priorities as required Strong organizational skills and able to set and carry out short-term goals while keeping long-term goals in mind Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds in a team-oriented environment Able to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Initiative to undertake and complete tasks and projects as they arise Qualifications Bachelor's degree in American Indian Studies, Anthropology, Museum Studies, Art, Art History, or related field. Master's degree preferred Five or more years of professional experience and substantial experience and track record in a programmatic or other closely related position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, as a community curator, contemporary artist or community organizer working in arts and culture Experience with publications preferred Location: Anchorage Museum The AMA will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex or marital status or who is a 'qualified individual with a disability,' as that phrase is defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act. AMA will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status or physical or mental disability. recblid myg0ex6y5yc57obnibd3ltd29f9ysb BA/BS/Undergraduate
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