Gallery/museum Internship - London, United Kingdom - The Brown Collection

Description

The Brown Collection is looking for a highly motivated intern to join our Marylebone museum.


Press

• Creating press clippings
• Finding museum mentions and coverage online and in print publications (using Google Alerts, etc), then flagging these with the Collection Manager
• Sourcing relevant print publications from nearby newsagents, or purchasing online where necessary
• Posting books or other packages as necessary to external PR clients & journalists as requested by the Collection Manager
• Assist when needed at press previews, curator tours/talks, and other related events
• Researching publications for possible future profile/feature/review opportunities

Photo Tasks

• Processing incoming photography
• Resize, manipulate and prepare images for server and database
• Take images for social media or archival purposes
• Assist with image editing and creation of renderings
• Updating artwork records with incoming imagery

Archive/Library

• Support the maintenance and inventory of the library and archive
• Assist with the research of reference titles ahead of exhibitions
• Support the Collection Manager in the maintenance of books inventory

Day to Day

• Greeting visitors and providing a verbal walkthrough Glenn's artistic practice and the Collection
• Assist in installation i.e. carefully handling artwork, painting walls, assist the Collection Manager in creating exhibition lists/brochures
• Support the Collection Manager in conducting condition reports and document any changes or damages to artworks during the handling process

Please note that there are general/ad hoc intern tasks included in the role.


Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in the Arts, Humanities or equivalent to apply
• A strong desire to pursue a career in the art world
• Flexibility, attention to detail and a desire to learn are essential
• Proof of right to work in the UK

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous, but not necessary
• Proficiency in other languages is advantageous, but not necessary

Position Type:


Compensation
London Living Wage (rate as of 1st May 2023)


Application Instructions/Public Contact Information

The Brown Collection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is firmly committed to equal employment opportunities in all facets of its operations.

The Brown Collection makes decisions concerning hiring and terms and conditions of employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type:
Internship

Contract length: 3-6 months


Salary:
£11.95 per hour


Ability to Commute:

• London (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 30/08/2023

Reference ID:
The Brown Collection Internship