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Job Description:
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Reporting to the VP, Access, Collections and Exhibitions, this position is responsible for developing and implementing programs for adult audiences at Glenbow. This wide-range of exciting and stimulating programs, broadly based on the Museum’s collections, exhibitions and special travelling exhibitions or projects connected to the Museum’s mission, will help to build interest in the museum and grow adult attendance. The incumbent will support and strengthen adult learning through new and existing adult programs including guided tours, lectures, workshops, performances, film series, gallery conversations and Launch Parties. This position will support a vision for programs that are innovative and well designed, reflect the opportunities that Glenbow has as a unique museum specializing in art and culture, and help to ensure an ongoing conversation with a diverse and growing adult audience.
Qualifications
• B. Education or University Degree in a discipline related to Glenbow’s collections or in Museum Studies (focus on education and/or public programs).
• 2-3 years’ successful experience in the development and implementation of education programming in a museum or similar arts education institution. Knowledge and understanding of art and museum art collections.
• Working knowledge of museum education, informal learning theory and practice and other important areas related to engagement with arts and culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working with a diverse range of arts practitioners, groups and organizations.
• Weekend work and evening hours are a requirement.
Send cover letter and resume to: careers@glenbow.org
Please indicate job title in the subject line of the email.
Not all applicants will be contacted for an interview.
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