Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator
Association of Academic Museums & Galleries., Jackson, MS, United States
Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator
The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator beginning August 2026. This position is 12-month, full-time, and benefits‑eligible. Preferred candidates will hold an M.A. in Art History or Museum Studies, an M.F.A. in Art with gallery or museum experience, or equivalent related experience in the field at the time of appointment.
Responsibilities
Oversee the scheduling of the department’s gallery, including selection of exhibitions and working with the chair to establish a schedule that aligns with the strategic plans of the Department of Art & Art History and the university.
Oversee preparation and installation of exhibitions, including unpacking, dismantling, and repacking of borrowed shows; arrange for shipping and crating of all incoming and outgoing artwork.
Oversee exhibition and visiting artists’ budgets; complete funding requests, grants, and final reports.
Train and oversee graduate assistants or undergraduate interns’ proper art handling and professional practices in a gallery setting.
Coordinate publicity with on‑campus outlets and off‑campus media, including writing and distributing press releases, images, and managing social media.
Plan and supervise opening receptions and special events, including art awards ceremonies, welcome back events, and art fundraisers.
Coordinate with all BFA and MFA graduating students and their faculty advisors about thesis exhibition planning.
Engage in community outreach to arrange visiting tours, artists, and scholars; introduce current exhibitions to faculty members, students, and community organizations; serve as a liaison between the department and community arts organizations locally and regionally.
Provide engaging outreach and advocacy for the gallery and ensure compliance with current campus, departmental, and National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD) policies and standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates should possess experience in the arts, event management, publicity, marketing, reviewing artist contracts, and grant writing, as well as experience with Microsoft Office and other gallery management software. The Department of Art & Art History is accredited by NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art & Design).
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at
https://careers.olemiss.edu/
and submit a cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references. Applicants who proceed beyond the initial screening may be asked to submit additional materials. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established. More information about the department can be found at
https://art.olemiss.edu . Please direct inquiries about this position to Professor Bryce Heesacker, Chair of the Search Committee (bsheesac@olemiss.edu).
Salary Range: $51,604.80 - $77,396.80
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Mississippi embraces a meaningful and holistic commitment to complying with relevant laws and non‑discrimination provisions, and in doing so, to advance access and fair treatment for all in a welcoming environment. The University of Mississippi is committed to embracing a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive community that does not discriminate, harass, or treat individuals differently based on their identities including race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.
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The Department of Art & Art History at The University of Mississippi invites applications for a Gallery & Exhibition Coordinator beginning August 2026. This position is 12-month, full-time, and benefits‑eligible. Preferred candidates will hold an M.A. in Art History or Museum Studies, an M.F.A. in Art with gallery or museum experience, or equivalent related experience in the field at the time of appointment.
Responsibilities
Oversee the scheduling of the department’s gallery, including selection of exhibitions and working with the chair to establish a schedule that aligns with the strategic plans of the Department of Art & Art History and the university.
Oversee preparation and installation of exhibitions, including unpacking, dismantling, and repacking of borrowed shows; arrange for shipping and crating of all incoming and outgoing artwork.
Oversee exhibition and visiting artists’ budgets; complete funding requests, grants, and final reports.
Train and oversee graduate assistants or undergraduate interns’ proper art handling and professional practices in a gallery setting.
Coordinate publicity with on‑campus outlets and off‑campus media, including writing and distributing press releases, images, and managing social media.
Plan and supervise opening receptions and special events, including art awards ceremonies, welcome back events, and art fundraisers.
Coordinate with all BFA and MFA graduating students and their faculty advisors about thesis exhibition planning.
Engage in community outreach to arrange visiting tours, artists, and scholars; introduce current exhibitions to faculty members, students, and community organizations; serve as a liaison between the department and community arts organizations locally and regionally.
Provide engaging outreach and advocacy for the gallery and ensure compliance with current campus, departmental, and National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD) policies and standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates should possess experience in the arts, event management, publicity, marketing, reviewing artist contracts, and grant writing, as well as experience with Microsoft Office and other gallery management software. The Department of Art & Art History is accredited by NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art & Design).
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at
https://careers.olemiss.edu/
and submit a cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three references. Applicants who proceed beyond the initial screening may be asked to submit additional materials. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established. More information about the department can be found at
https://art.olemiss.edu . Please direct inquiries about this position to Professor Bryce Heesacker, Chair of the Search Committee (bsheesac@olemiss.edu).
Salary Range: $51,604.80 - $77,396.80
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Mississippi embraces a meaningful and holistic commitment to complying with relevant laws and non‑discrimination provisions, and in doing so, to advance access and fair treatment for all in a welcoming environment. The University of Mississippi is committed to embracing a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive community that does not discriminate, harass, or treat individuals differently based on their identities including race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.
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