Start Gallery Manager, University Art Galleries and Collections

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Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for the daily management and operation of stArt (Wake Forest University's student art gallery), including for the stArt.dt extension at Wake Downtown. This position actively collaborates with students and faculty to realize exhibitions and to develop and execute programming. The manager performs outreach and coordination with the Wake Forest University Art Department along with other university and other arts partners to increase visibility and raise awareness of the mission and programming of stArt.
* This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

** Application reviews will begin January 10, 2027.

** The position will start July 1st, 2027 and will be a two-year fixed term appointment.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all stArt gallery operations, including, but not limited to maintaining the gallery schedule for exhibitions and programming, liaising with Art Department students and faculty, supervising students and interns, and ensuring that gallery policies are followed.

• Initiates and executes programming, creates exhibition schedules, and works autonomously to perform design and installation tasks for the stArt galleries.

• Works with the Assistant Director of Hanes Gallery in the hiring, training, scheduling, supervision, guidance, and evaluation of student interns and student workers for the University Art Galleries.

• Mentors student artists and curators as part of stArt exhibitions and programming.

• Coordinates closely with University Art Galleries and Collections (including Hanes Gallery), cultivates and maintains relationships on behalf of stArt Gallery with university stakeholders such as the Art Department, Wake the Arts, students, faculty, and staff.

• Maintains and updates the stArt website and social media to promote and inform the community about current and upcoming programming.

• Works with the Assistant Director of Hanes Gallery to manage and distribute marketing materials for University Art Galleries and Collections.

• Organizes logistics for artworks, including maintaining and updating the stArt Consignment Catalog for student artwork available for purchase.

• Assists Hanes Gallery with the logistics and submission process for the annual juried student art exhibition and art honors exhibitions.

Other Functions:

• Processes purchases and invoices, tracks expenses, and assists in budget development for stArt exhibitions and programming.

• Carries out sales of student artwork and disburses revenue to students.

• Works with Hanes Gallery staff and assists in mentoring Honors in Studio Art candidates.

• Maintains an archive of stArt exhibition databases, photo documentation, and gallery documents.

• Maintains an archive of resources for future stArt gallery managers.

• Serves as the primary resource for all questions and concerns related to stArt.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Member of the Wake Forest University undergraduate graduating class from the two most recent academic years (2024 or 2025).

• General knowledge of contemporary art, art history, art exhibitions, or the art marketplace.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills for planning, organizing, and executing diverse programming.

• Proficiency in computer skills

• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Preference for a degree in Art, Art History, Museum Studies, Business, or related fields

• Relevant work or internship experience.

• Ability to supervise, train, or lead others, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

• Proficiency in Adobe software.

• Knowledge of University policies and procedures

• Responsible with funds and knowledge of fiscal management

• Knowledge of practices and procedures to prepare exhibits for shipping, receiving, storage, preservation, installation, and disassembly.

• Prior experience as an intern or student worker with University Art Galleries and Collections.

Accountabilities:

• Works with limited supervision.

• Manages own time and exhibition schedule independently.

• Supervises student workers and interns.

• Responsible for security and safety practices associated with the handling of sensitive property (WFU Art Collections and other artworks) and finances.

Physical Requirements:

Medium work. Climbing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, hearing, repetitive motions. Close visual acuity.

Environmental Conditions:

Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Disclaimer:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee’s supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment. 

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.  

Accommodations for Applicants

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or (336) 758-4700.