Associate Curator​/Curator of Latin American Art

Associate Curator/Curator of Latin American Art

Hiring Department:

Jack S Blanton Museum of Art

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly’s monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snøhetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum’s role in the community.

There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve. With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.

Benefits‑eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services available to University of Texas at Austin employees. Blanton staff has access to complimentary admission to the museum, selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.

The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents. No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community. We invite you to view and apply for this exciting opportunity.

The Associate Curator/Curator of Latin American Art leads the vision, development, and stewardship of the Blanton’s Latin American program, advancing the museum’s mission through research, exhibitions, acquisitions, and educational engagement. The role strengthens institutional partnerships, donor relationships, and scholarly contributions while creating welcoming, thought‑provoking experiences for various audiences.

• Work with staff to develop fundraising strategies for Latin American art program and actively participate in solicitation process, including cultivating donors and collectors, drafting content for proposals, and other fundraising activities. Travel to cultivate donors, collectors, and prospective supporters. Perform administrative duties related to position, including maintaining records, internal and external reporting, and managing budgets for exhibitions and programs. Supervise interns.
• Develop vision and strategy for Latin American art collection, which includes 1,800 modern and contemporary paintings, prints, drawings, and sculptures representing 600 artists from Mexico, South and Central America, and the Caribbean. Explore opportunities to build collection within and beyond current strengths, make recommendations for and secure acquisitions. Participate in developing museum‑wide collection strategy. Make recommendations regarding preservation and conservation strategies.
• Organize exhibitions and installations of Latin American art using collection and loaned objects. Work with colleagues in field and at museum to solicit, evaluate, and secure externally generated exhibitions and loans; to develop co‑produced exhibition projects; and to develop an overarching exhibition program. Work collaboratively with staff and external curators and scholars to organize exhibitions and programs.
• Work with colleagues internally and externally to develop projects that meaningfully contribute to the overall mission of the museum and the university's strength in Latin American studies. The curator will join a team of staff members dedicated to making the Blanton a welcoming center and vital cultural resource for Austin and the UT community and to inspiring visitors to see beyond their world and discover something thought‑provoking and unexpected.
  
  This position reports to the Chief Curator and Deputy Director of Collections.
• Assist in the development and production of interpretive strategies and materials as they relate to the collection and exhibition projects. Collaborate with director of education and academic affairs and other museum…