Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art (Winnipeg, Canada) is seeking applications for the full-time position of Executive Director/Curator. Plug In is a dynamic, internationally recognized, and award-winning centre that researches and presents exhibitions, publications, seminars, workshops, youth programs, screenings, performances and events. Plug In is Canada’s oldest recognized Institute of Contemporary Art with a 47-year history of visionary programming. As an ICA, Plug In emphasizes the importance of creating space for research by artists, writers and curators, while also expanding audiences for contemporary art. We welcome candidates committed to broadening cultural perspectives and championing diversity. The Executive Director/Curator will provide organizational leadership and shape strategic initiatives in the ongoing development of Plug In’s artistic programs. They will provide artistic and curatorial direction while overseeing design, marketing, production, interpretation, outreach, publishing and program evaluation. The Executive Director/Curator is responsible for the overall management of operations, facilities, budgets, fundraising, programs and partnerships. Plug In is situated on Treaty 1 land: the territories of the Cree, Dakota, Dene, Metis and Oji-Cree Nations, the ancestral homeland of the Anishinaabeg and the birthplace of the Metis Nation. Plug In seeks candidates who have personal knowledge of, experience with, and/or are committed to addressing the history of racism and violence that underwrites its occupation of this land. Deadline: January 12, 2020 For further information, please go to https://plugin.org/exhibitions/employment-opportunity-at-plug-in-ica-%e2%80%a2-executive-director-curator/ Please spread the word around for this exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and interesting team of artists, curators, writers, theorists and scholars! Tom |
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