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THE NEW CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

Job Description

Studio Arts Assistant

DEPARTMENT : Exhibitions and Programs

REPORTS TO:   Director of Studio Arts

TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time, non-exempt; Occasional weekend work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Coordinate training and scheduling of studio facilitators

· Responsible for insuring that studios are appropriately staffed during Musuem hours and when designated for special events

· Train and schedule studio facilitators

· Track studios' budgets

· Order and stock all supplies for all studios

· Coordinate communication between the Studio Arts Department and the rest of the Museum staff

· Work as studio facilitator as time permits

· Facilitate all studios' projects

· Draft newsletter copy for Studio Arts team; responsible for implementation of “art project” featured in each newsletter

· Process incoming departmental mail

· Update studio contacts list on an ongoing basis

· Additional duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in arts related area of study. 

Experience: Minimum two (2) years experience in a museum or arts center in an administrative capacity.  Must be committed, and sensitive, to working with children.  P roven experience in visual art or art museum education, a knowledge of and/or openness to contemporary art, and the ability to communicate in a positive manner with diverse audiences, including other staff members, volunteers and the general public. M ust be able to work in a demanding environment, requiring flexibility and creative problem solving abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.

Send resume and cover letter to jobs@thinkplaycreate.org