Organizer Information
Brooklyn College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is a major public higher education institution located in New York City, United States. The college integrates academic research, public education, and cultural programming across disciplines, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and civic engagement.
Within the Art Department, Brooklyn College operates a 7,000-square-foot contemporary art gallery that functions as both an exhibition space and an educational platform. The gallery is a cultural hub for students, faculty, local communities, and international artists, presenting exhibitions that reflect diverse artistic practices, including local, diasporic, and experimental contemporary work.
The institution is deeply embedded in New York’s cultural ecosystem and supports experiential learning in the arts through curatorial training, exhibition production, and public programming.
Title & Description
Curator / Art Gallery Manager – Brooklyn College Art Gallery
This position is a full-time Job responsible for the leadership, curation, and management of the Brooklyn College Art Gallery. The role combines Curatorial practice, exhibition production, and institutional administration within an academic environment.
The Curator will develop and implement a multi-year exhibition programme, oversee gallery operations, and contribute to public engagement initiatives that connect academic learning with professional art practices.
The role emphasizes the production of high-quality Exhibition programming, including MFA and BFA thesis exhibitions, alongside public-facing cultural events and educational initiatives.
This position is central to shaping the gallery as a platform for Visual Arts, research, and community engagement in New York’s academic and cultural landscape.
The Role Overview
- Position Type: Full-time academic Job
- Contract Type: Permanent (CUNY employment structure)
- Salary: $74,249 annually
- Reporting To: Department Chair, Art Department
- Work Structure: On-site (Brooklyn College campus, New York)
- Programme Focus: Curatorial leadership, exhibition programming, gallery management
- Institution Type: Public university gallery (CUNY system)
Position & Tasks
Exhibition & Curatorial Management
- Develop a two-year Exhibition and programming schedule
- Curate major annual exhibitions and student thesis shows (MFA/BFA)
- Oversee exhibition planning, installation, and deinstallation processes
- Manage artwork documentation, inventories, and loan agreements
- Write curatorial texts, labels, catalogues, and interpretive materials
- Coordinate exhibition budgets, including logistics, shipping, and production
- Organize public programming, including talks, events, and educational tours
- Oversee marketing and outreach strategies with institutional partners
Administrative & Operational Management
- Supervise interns, students, and support staff
- Coordinate with university departments (security, facilities, IT, maintenance)
- Ensure gallery safety, security systems, and operational integrity
- Manage scheduling, workflows, and gallery daily operations
- Attend departmental meetings and contribute strategic updates
- Maintain mailing lists and produce gallery newsletters
Funding & Institutional Development
- Seek external and internal funding opportunities (grants, fellowships)
- Support institutional partnerships and community engagement initiatives
- Strengthen cultural and academic collaborations within CUNY network
Categories
- Curatorial
- Exhibition
- Visual Arts
- Art Management
- Museum Studies
- Art Writing
- Public Art
- Education
- Research
- Art Critic
- Cultural Heritage
- Interdisciplinary Arts
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum 6 years of professional experience in curatorial or related roles
- Preferred: MFA, MA in Curatorial Practice, or PhD in Art History
- Experience managing galleries, museums, or non-profit art institutions
- Strong background in Curatorial programming and Exhibition production
- Eligibility is open to applicants authorized to work in the United States
- Experience in academic or institutional art environments strongly preferred
Program Benefits
- Annual salary of $74,249
- Full CUNY employee benefits package (healthcare, retirement, paid leave)
- Tuition waivers for graduate study within CUNY system
- Access to New York’s major academic and cultural networks
- Leadership role in academic-gallery curatorial practice
- Opportunity to curate MFA/BFA exhibitions and institutional programming
- Professional development within one of the largest public university systems in the U.S.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Cover letter (required)
- Professional CV / Resume
- Academic qualifications (degree documentation if requested)
- Portfolio of curatorial or exhibition projects (recommended)
- Submission through CUNY Jobs portal
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 6 May 2026
Location
Brooklyn College, New York, United States
Additional Details
This role is part of a university-based cultural institution that integrates academic teaching with public-facing Exhibition programming. The Curator / Gallery Manager is expected to operate at the intersection of pedagogy, institutional management, and contemporary Art practice.
The position includes administrative authority over gallery operations and contributes directly to shaping student engagement with professional art systems.
Brooklyn College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all hiring processes.