Oakville Galleries
Curatorial Assistant
Details
RECIPIENT
We're excited to announce Olivia Aguiar as the recipient of the Oakville Galleries, Curatorial Assistant Career Launcher.
Olivia Aguiar is an emerging artist and arts worker born, raised and working in Tkaronto. Olivia's practice is interdisciplinary, forwarding acrylic painting, oil painting and digital media. Olivia recently graduated from OCADUniversity, holding a BFA in Drawing and Painting and a minor in Gender andSexuality (2023). Olivia is presently an Arts Instructor at Clark Centre for the Arts. Her recent shows include In the Church of My Heart, the Choiris in Flames at Remote Gallery (2024), and Lithify atRed Head Gallery (2023).
Website: www.oliaguiar.com
OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce a recruited placement in partnership with Oakville Galleries for the role of Curatorial Assistant.
Oakville Galleries is one of Canada’s leading contemporary art museums. We are driven by a belief in the singular power of art to deepen our understanding of ourselves and our communities and move us towards a better world. We are currently seeking a dynamic Curatorial Assistant to add to our vibrant team.
The Curatorial Assistant will support our Exhibitions and Collection department with library and archival management; exhibition support; and front-of-house services. This position is a great opportunity for those interested in public galleries, visitor services, collections, archives, and library studies.
The Curatorial Assistant role is a hybrid position of remote work and in-office hours, which will take place at Oakville Galleries’ Gairloch Gardens and Centennial Square locations.
Oakville Galleries is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of Oakville Galleries, including individuals who identify as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and others from historically marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with general surveying, indexing, and/or processing of physical and digital materials as directed by Gallery staff
- Develop and execute appropriate physical organization schemes for library and archival materials
- Catalogue and systematize existing library collection
- Conduct data entry and database maintenance for archive, library and collection
- Provide excellent front-of-house services by creating a welcoming environment for visitors to engage with contemporary art through gallery tours and public programming
- Assist the curatorial team with summer program planning, liaising with community members, artists, and hands-on exhibition installation where required
- Other administrative duties as assigned
DEADLINE
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 8:00 AM ET
APPLICATION SUPPORT
The OCAD U RBC CEAD is committed to promoting substantive equality for equity-seeking groups that are under-represented in the creative sector. We encourage applications from first-time applicants to the program and graduates of equity-seeking communities including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities / expressions. Applicants are welcome to advise the CEAD of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Applicants who need assistance with their submissions are invited to connect with the RBC CEAD for Advising support. Click here to learn more about how to book an advising appointment.
ACCESSIBILITY
Applicants who have concerns about meeting a Career Launcher application deadline are invited to connect with the CEAD in order to discuss possible alternatives. We encourage all who might require assistance with the application process to reach out to determine available support. Outreach of this nature should be undertaken at least one week prior to the published application deadline.
PARTNER
Oakville Galleries
1306 Lakeshore Rd E
Oakville, ON
L6J 1L6
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current OCAD U students in any discipline in their final year at the Undergraduate level or any year at the Master’s level. Recent OCAD U grads (2023) at the Undergraduate level or Master’s level
- An interest in libraries, collections, and gallery exhibitions
- A background or interest in contemporary art
- Keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well both within a small team, and independently
- Experience in cataloging, archives and collections, database management, and knowledge of contemporary art in Canada would be considered an asset
- Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity
RATE/TERM:
$22/hour
Part-time Contract. 28 hrs/week
April 9, 2024 - July 5, 2024
A commute stipend of $500 will be offered by Oakville Galleries to support the recipient’s travel.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Resume including full contact information (name, phone, and email)
- Cover letter outlining your interest in this specific opportunity (400 words max)
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTION
Apply via Typeform:
https://bit.ly/OakvilleGalleries2024Apply
