SUNY Art Exhibitions Internship

About the role

This position will manage the annual SUNY Art Exhibitions and coordinate the Thayer Fellowship and Patricia Kerr Ross Award programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the SUNY Art Exhibitions, including submission tracking, communication with faculty/staff, coordinating and assisting in art installations and dismantlings, and overseeing pick-up and drop-off of artwork.
• Create and distribute Google forms, spreadsheets, and exhibition documentation.
• Coordinate the Best of SUNY Art Awards, including adjudication, winner notifications, and reception planning.
• Handle inquiries about art purchases and facilitate communication between artists and potential buyers.
• Work with the Business Office on budgets, payments, and travel arrangements for curators.
• Liaise with SUNY Communications for promotional activities and press releases.
• Ensure budget planning and account management for the art program.
• Administer the Thayer Fellowship and Patricia Kerr Ross Award programs for graduating arts students.
• Promote the awards and manage the application and selection process.
• Cook up judging panels and organize "Thayer Day" presentations for finalists.
• Notify winners, arrange awards payments, and prepare announcements and press releases.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Attending SUNY in a Master's Degree Program
• Bachelor's degree required
• Experience in arts administration or event coordination
• Proficient skills in Microsoft 365 Products
• Knowledgeable of budgeting, contracting and payment administration
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

Additional Information

Hours are flexible. Typically averaging 20 hours per week. Paid Positions: Graduate students $18.00/hour.