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About the Role

Powerhouse Arts (PHA) is seeking an Exhibitions Manager to build and sustain its growing exhibition program. This role will focus on planning and executing large-scale visual art loan exhibitions, newly commissioned artworks, special projects, and related publications. The Exhibitions Manager will oversee all aspects of exhibition planning, serve as a liaison with the Production team, and collaborate across departments to realize a vibrant and inclusive exhibition program. The position will maintain project timelines, contribute to the institutional programming calendar, and help develop systems for organizational growth.

Responsibilities

Serves as project manager for exhibitions, commissions, special projects, and related publications, overseeing and implementing all aspects of the planning process.
Develops, maintains, and monitors comprehensive project schedules, timelines, and deadlines for multiple concurrent exhibitions.
Coordinates artwork procurement and exhibition loans, including administering loan agreements, lender communications, and shipping logistics.
Works with the executive team to generate budgets, tracks project budgets and expenses, and processes invoices.
Facilitates collaboration between Powerhouse Arts’ Fabrication studios, artists, galleries, and partner institutions.
Serves as the primary coordinator for commissions from initial concept to presentation.
Works with the Production team to maintain exhibition project schedules and institutional calendars.
Channels relevant information such as artwork installation requirements to the Production team.
Facilitates cross-departmental communication by providing timely exhibition, artwork, scheduling, and budget updates.
Serves as the primary liaison between Curatorial and Marketing & Communications, coordinating timelines and content delivery.
Supports the development of a publications program and related exhibition catalogues.
Arranges travel, accommodations, itineraries, and other hospitality-related logistics for exhibiting artists and project participants.
Works with the General Counsel to tailor, review, and coordinate the execution of legal agreements related to exhibitions.
Maintains comprehensive artwork records and an up-to-date exhibition checklist and files.
Makes recommendations for artwork and visitor safety and accessibility during the exhibition design process.
Coordinates artwork transportation with lenders, artists, galleries, and contracted fine art shippers.
Assists the Production Director during installation and conducts condition assessments.
Monitors loans and coordinates with the Production team on regular maintenance and technical troubleshooting.
Captures climate readings, keeps records relevant to artwork care, and coordinates contracted conservators.
Works closely with Visitor Services and Operations staff to communicate artwork requirements and implement disaster plans.
Supports additional curatorial or programmatic tasks as assigned by leadership.
Performs additional duties as relevant to the above.
Oversee seasonal intern.
Embodies and promotes PHA’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and community-centered creative practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in arts administration or museum studies preferred.
3–7 years of exhibition coordination, project management, and/or registration in an art museum, arts nonprofit or gallery.
Prior experience managing projects involving contemporary artists and fabricators preferred.
Strong project management skills including the ability to efficiently manage multiple concurrent projects on overlapping timelines with attention to detail and follow-through.
Demonstrated track record of managing large-scale exhibitions, and experience with commissioned projects preferred.
Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Critical and collaborative thinker with an interest in or knowledge of contemporary art.
Team player and ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends.
Commitment to fairness, inclusion, and community-centered artistic practice.
Flexibility, adaptability, and creative problem-solving orientation — comfortable navigating shifting priorities and evolving institutional needs.
Proficiency with common office and project-management software (e.g. Asana or similar, spreadsheets, document management).

Skills

Project management
Exhibition coordination
Registration
Budget management
Artwork procurement
Loan agreements
Shipping logistics
Interpersonal communication
Written communication
Verbal communication
Collaborative thinking
Contemporary art knowledge
Teamwork
Flexibility
Adaptability
Creative problem-solving
Office software proficiency
Project-management software proficiency

Location

Brooklyn

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

3-7 years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$70,000 to $75,000

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
Vacation time
Summer Friday
Holidays
Sick days

About the Company

Powerhouse Arts (PHA) is a not-for-profit organization committed to creative expression.
PHA convenes an extended network of art and fabrication professionals and educators who co-create and share artistic practices vital to the well-being of artists and the communities to which they belong.
PHA offers fabrication programs in ceramics, print, and public art; alongside membership studios in ceramics and at MGC Community Print Studio, textile workshop, The Alpha Workshops; and spaces for education, events, and public engagement.
For more information, visit www.powerhousearts.org

Equal Opportunity

Powerhouse Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration without regard to race, age, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Powerhouse is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognize the positive value of diversity.