Museum Publications Editor

Title: Museum Publications Editor

State Role Title: PR & Mktg Spec III

Hiring Range: $54,000 - $60,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Location: MAIN MUSEUM

Agency Website: https://vmfa.museum/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is currently seeking applicants for the position of Editor in our Department of Exhibition Planning and Publications. Reporting to the Director of Exhibition Planning and Publications, the Editor is responsible for managing the publication of high-quality scholarly exhibition and collection catalogues, gallery didactics, and collateral through all phases of production to ensure correctness through research, editing, and proofreading. The Editor will collaborate with authors to plan and edit manuscripts; oversee the assignment of ISBN and CIP data, permissions, grants and copyrights as required for all applicable publications; coordinate with distributing or co-publishing partners as appropriate; and work with the department director to identify and pursue new partnerships and grant opportunities for museum publications. The Editor will work collaboratively to update and manage the style guide for all collection and exhibition content museum-wide, and will contribute to the long-range strategic planning for the department as VMFA undertakes a transformative expansion and renovation project. The position supervises up to two direct reports, as well as oversees the work of contract-based editorial support for exhibition projects as determined.

This salaried position offers Commonwealth of Virginia employee benefits such as 12 paid holidays, health benefits and more. VMFA staff also enjoy agency benefits like free admission to special exhibitions, previews of special exhibitions, employee pricing for select museum programs and classes, and discounts at Amuse Restaurant, Best Café, and VMFA Shop. Interested individuals must submit an online application.

Minimum Qualifications

High attention to detail with a focus on content accuracy. Demonstrated experience applying The Chicago Manual of Style. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Time management skills to include balancing multiple time-sensitive projects. Ability to work independently and as a team. Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders throughout the museum, as well as represent the museum with external authors and vendors involved in the publication process. Considerable skill in Microsoft Office applications, and knowledge of production methods for printed and electronic media.

Additional Considerations

Advanced editorial skills including substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading of exhibition catalogues, museum didactics, and other scholarly materials related to the interpretation of art and art history, with substantial work experience in a museum setting. Education, training and/or experience typically obtained through an advanced degree in English, Journalism, Fine Arts, Art History, or a related field.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Candidates selected for interview will be required to submit samples of their work.
Please submit three (3) references. Provide full name, phone number, and email address. References may be attached in a separate document in the “other” field in the portal; or they may be included with the resume or cover letter. Professional references are preferred. Other reference types will also receive consideration. References should be able to attest to your knowledge, skills, and abilities, especially qualifications relevant to the position for which you are applying.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidates must pass a criminal history background check.

Interested individuals must submit an online application. This posting is scheduled to close on May 17, 2024, at 11:55 pm.

Please contact the HR office at recruitment@vmfa.museum if you need assistance.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Services

Phone: please email

Email: recruitment@vmfa.museum

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.