Chief of Exhibitions Planning, Design and Publication - Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia, PA 19130
About the Job
We Are Committed to an Inclusive Workplace
At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
The Chief of Exhibition Planning and Publications oversees the effective planning and execution of all temporary exhibitions and installations at the museum, as well as traveling exhibitions. Reporting to the Chief, this position manages the staff of Exhibition Planning, Exhibition Design, Installations and Packing, and Publications.
Specifically, you will:
Your background and experience include:
Position and Compensation Details
Institutional Requirements
Application Timeline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.
What We Offer
Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:
*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.
At the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups in the museum field, who are inspired by our shared purpose and enjoy working collaboratively with others.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
The Chief of Exhibition Planning and Publications oversees the effective planning and execution of all temporary exhibitions and installations at the museum, as well as traveling exhibitions. Reporting to the Chief, this position manages the staff of Exhibition Planning, Exhibition Design, Installations and Packing, and Publications.
Specifically, you will:
- Manage the departments of Exhibition Planning, Exhibition Design, Installations & Packing, and Publications, as well as all aspects of the planning, design, and installation process in order to ensure the successful execution of all exhibitions, gallery installations, and book productions on time and within budget at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This could include displays at the Main Museum, the Rodin Museum and the Perelman Building along with traveling exhibitions. Leading a staff of four associate directors, this position will be responsible for ensuring that all logistical requirements, budget requirements and fund allocations are closely aligned.
- Partner with Executive staff and the Office of the Chief Curator on strategic long-term planning for the exhibition and installation program, and related publications, including catalogs, monographs, booklets, and digital formats.
- Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Curator to develop exhibitions, publications, and commissions to be presented at the museum.
- Work closely with Executive staff, the Office of the Chief Curator and Learning and Engagement to develop a national and international network of strategic partnership with other institutions, as well as a program of traveling exhibitions and collaborative catalogs.
- Develop and maintain the detailed exhibition and installation calendar with the Associate Director of Exhibition Planning, Associate Director of Exhibition Design, and the Installations and Packing team.
- Organize and lead exhibition and installation planning and implementation meetings with appropriate staff, including Registration and Conservation; facilitate communication between all parties involved in exhibition planning and implementation; and provide leadership to resolve conflicts.
- Work closely with the Budget Manager and Finance team to develop exhibition expense projections for exhibitions and installations; track and manage the annual exhibition budget; prepare forecast throughout the year that tracks budgeted expenses; provide analysis of year over year trends; and identify revenue opportunities for traveling exhibitions that are aligned with the goals and objectives of the museum; and review all invoices related to assigned exhibitions with departmental staff and ensure invoicing of participation fees is processed in accordance with the contract schedule.
- Work with the legal department to develop contracts and conduct negotiations with exhibition and publication partners; ensure all contractual obligations are met.
- Oversee other museum needs and initiatives, as needed; recent examples include coordinating capital improvements with the exhibition schedule and broad range of capital planning budgets.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 8-10 or more years of experience working in Exhibitions area for a museum, gallery, or foundation.
- Experience developing and managing budgets in excess of $3,000,000.
- Experience negotiating and managing contracts and legal agreements.
- Experience managing others effectively and working collaboratively in team settings.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Superior verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational ability.
- Willingness to travel, as needed.
- Degree in art history / museum management preferred.
- The salary for this position is $200, 000.
- This position is Full-Time, Exempt and 35 hours per week.
- This position reports to Chief Executive Officer
- Physical requirements:
- Able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, to utilize computers and other office equipment required of this job, to perform physically administrative duties in a typical interior office environment, gallery, or exhibit space, and to access most public and staff areas of the museum campus
- Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
Institutional Requirements
- Upholds the professional standards of the field, always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of the museum and protects and enhances its reputation and standing within the community of museums.
- Adheres to the museum’s code of ethics and Employee Handbook and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
- Shows respect for co-workers and visitors and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the museum’s staff, volunteers, and audiences.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Adheres to all museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.
Application Timeline
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to apply early as the position will close once we have a robust applicant pool or a candidate has been selected.
What We Offer
Our employees are at the center of the museum. As an employee, you will have access to numerous museum perks including, but not limited to:
- Free general admission to the museum for you and your immediate family
- Discounted guest tickets for admission
- Discounts on gift memberships
- Special staff tours and presentations from our curatorial and conservation teams
- Discounts at the museum restaurant, museum cafés, and museum retail and online stores
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees including:
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Fully paid short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance
- Health savings or flexible spending account program
- Retirement savings program with museum match
- Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, and holidays
*Eligibility for certain benefits is based on a variety of factors including the employee’s regular schedule and tenure.
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