Otis College of Art and Design seeks Assistant Chair

Otis College of Art and Design seeks Assistant Chair

Otis College of Art and Design

September 23, 2010
Otis College of Art and Design seeks Assistant Chair

Undergraduate Fine Arts Department

Application Deadline: October 1, 2010

http://www.otis.edu/

Job Function:
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Qualifications:
A master’s level graduate degree and evidence of at least five years of significant professional achievement in Art, Art History, Theory and Criticism, Curatorial Practice or related field required. Must possess a thorough knowledge of contemporary visual arts and the ability to teach effectively within the program. A currently practicing artist, curator or critic is preferred. Strong organizational skills, leadership, decisiveness and excellent verbal/written communication and quantitative skills are highly desired. Knowledge of the Los Angeles arts community is preferred. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as proficiency in basic accounting practices is needed. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits. The preferred starting date for this position is: January 1, 2011.

How to Apply:
Please submit: (1) cover letter; (2) CV; (3) work samples: visual artists, 10-20 jpegs on CD (email submission will not be accepted) and 2-5 pages of reviews/press, critics, curators and historians, 2-5 pages of writing/publication sample and/or other examples of projects. Submit materials and SASE to Meg Cranston, Chair Search Committee, Fine Arts Department, Otis College of Art and Design, 9045 Lincoln Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90045. APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2010.