UCLA Art Student and Alumni Opportunities

Equal Justice Initiative is seeking an art curator for a 12-24 month residency to work with us at our new art gallery located in the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. 

Job Description

EJI is searching for an Art Curator in Residence to manage the curation and conservation of
multiple art spaces. This is a 12-24 months residence.

The Art Scholar will be responsible for managing EJI’s permanent art collection and developing
new art spaces and exhibits. This role will serve as a valuable contributor to the new art gallery
located in the Legacy Museum

Responsibilities include:
• Assist museum staff with managing the permanent collection, including acquisition,
documentation, care, maintenance, handling and access.
• Plan and produce the installation of new exhibits.
• Supervise and assist with the rotation and relocation of art.
• Develop and implement policies for acquisition, conservation, loan, and storage.
• Develop new art spaces, at all stages, including: site selection, development,
commissioning, and installation.
• Research and draft gallery materials.
• Research and document the collection and potential loans and acquisitions.
• Build relationships and partner with artists, other museums, and galleries.
• Plan and manage receptions and other events for exhibits.
• Provide tours, serve as a host, and field questions about the collection.
• Collaborate with museum and memorial colleagues to implement EJI’s goals.
• General conservation and preservation activities throughout the museum and various
local exhibits, including assessing condition issues and environmental controls;
maintaining exhibit and gallery spaces; and updating conservation records.
• Other duties, as needed.
Desired qualifications:
• Master’s Degree required in Art, Art Administration, Art History, Fine Art, Museum
Studies, or related field.
• Knowledge of Black and African Diaspora art.
• Knowledge of conservation and preservation techniques, including environmental
controls and pest management for museum collections.
• Training in fine art handling.
• Creative while working within the museum’s aesthetic.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to EJI’s mission to end mass incarceration and excessive punishment in
the United States, challenge racial and economic injustice, and protect basic human
rights for the most vulnerable people in American society.

Location
The role will be based in Montgomery, Alabama.
How to Apply
Please email a cover letter and resume to lroberts@eji.org. No phone calls please. EJI
especially encourages people historically underrepresented to apply