Curator's Assistant

Volet de programme :: Jeunesse Canada au travail dans les établissements du patrimoine
Titre de l'emploi :: Curator's Assistant
Nom de l’organisme :: McIntosh Gallery
Lieu de l’emploi :: London , Ontario
Durée de l'emploi :: 2017-05-15 à 2017-08-04 (12 semaines)
Salaire horaire :: 13,50 $

YCW Web Site Job Poster:
McIntosh Gallery, Western University
London ON

Curator’s Assistant
16 weeks, 35 hours per week
Start Date: 2017 – 05 - 08
End Date: 2017– 08 – 25
Language of work: English

McIntosh Gallery is seeking a Curator’s Assistant to coordinate diverse components of an online resource attached to the McIntosh Gallery website. Under the supervision of the Curator, the successful candidate will be responsible for: conducting a comparative analysis of research-oriented art historical websites to determine best practices; compiling biographical information based on research in the city and region; coordinating video interviews with key individuals for insights into the political, economic, and social factors influencing their activities; organizing the information and digital images; writing content for potential web publication, liaising with community media to promote the project and invite new contributors; working with an advisory panel consisting of a former public gallery director and an art history professor; and determining copyright restrictions.

The employment period is 16 weeks from 8 May to 25 August 2017 at a salary of $13.50 per hour plus applicable benefits.

A university student with some art history education
Above average written and oral communication skills
Above average research and organizational skills with attention to detail
Above average computer experience and skills in word files, spreadsheets
Ability to work independently
Ability to research and write clear, concise texts quickly
This position requires the ability to be self-motivated, take initiative and work collaboratively with administrative staff, students, and volunteers.

This position is funded by Young Canada Works in Heritage Institutions. Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years, Canadian citizens, or Permanent Residents entitled to work legally in Canada. Candidates must be high school, college or university students who have been a full-time student from January – April 2017 and will be returning to full-time studies in September 2017.

Western University is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities.

Deadline to apply: April 24, 2017
Applications sent to attention of
Catherine Elliot Shaw, Curator
McIntosh Gallery,
Western University
London ON N6A 3K7

General Information:
As a public gallery on the campus of Western University, one of the McIntosh Gallery’s responsibilities in the public trust is to collect, maintain and preserve a Permanent Collection of art objects pertaining to the visual heritage of London. Currently, the Collection numbers over 3,800 works and has its strengths in contemporary and historical Canadian art. A rich resource for the promotion and appreciation of local, regional and national artists, it is featured regularly in curated exhibitions and to demonstrate the depth of cultural and visual heritage in this city. In addition, the McIntosh offers a continuous program of contemporary and historical exhibitions and art education activities to enhance the gallery experience for its varied audiences.

Characteristics of City/Region:
London is part of the densely populated region of Southwestern Ontario. Over 5 million reside within a 200 mile radius. London is also midway between Detroit and Toronto on a direct well-used corridor. McIntosh Gallery audiences include: the University community of 32,000 students, faculty and staff; the broader London area community of 400,000; a general audience which is increasingly exposed to images of the contemporary art world and seeks access, analysis and understanding; the more specialized community of artists, elementary and secondary school teachers, art and museum professionals, critics, writers and collectors who also support and contribute to the dialogue.
Audiences are developed through programs that draw upon the unique resources at Western and are shared in outreach and collaborative projects.
During the summer, London is home to several festivals including the Home County Music and Art Festival and Sunfest, international music and performance weekends. Tourist attractions include Museum London, Fanshawe Pioneer Village, and Budweiser Gardens which offers a continuous program of concerts, theatre performances and sports events.

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