SFMOMA

Senior Editor, Publications

San Francisco, CA · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$95kDetected 181 days ago

Project ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States and a thriving cultural center for the Bay Area.
We cannot imagine life without art; it inspires and connects us every day.
Passionate: We believe working with art is more than a job or trusteeship - it's a way of life.

SFMOMA is a place for the infinitely curious to explore, support, and experience the art of our time.
Project manages the production of books and other publications as assigned, coordinating project schedules and teams including Publications staff and colleagues in Exhibitions and Program Management, as well as external teams including book designers, authors, print production vendors, artists and their representatives or estates, foundations, and other publishing partners.
contribute to an increased number, scale, and variety of projects, taking the lead as project manager for select projects while continuing to develop collaborative approach to projects. ·

Coordinate with curators, guest authors, graphic designers, production managers, editors, photographers, printers, and vendors
oversee the work of and ensure clear communication with contributors throughout the project.
Solicit bids and prepare contracts for freelance contributors.
Write promotional texts, distribution bid proposals, and assorted other materials necessary to secure and fulfill co-publishing/distribution agreements for titles in the Senior Editor's purview.
Supervise the work of any Publications staff assigned to the Senior Editor's projects.
Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related subject, with major course work in art history (including twentieth-century art) desirable.
Master's degree in a relevant field preferred.
Minimum of seven (7) years of related experience, with at least five years editing and managing the production of complex illustrated books, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Now more than ever, these connections matter and are aligned with our values.
We are committed to approaching our work with courage and a sense of adventure, always ready to explore new perspectives.
We are committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and professional paths who are inspired to join a mission-driven, community-oriented organization grounded in inclusivity, passion, bravery, and empathy.

equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
You may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable to or are limited in your ability to access job postings or provide additional information asked in the job posting.
You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the People Team at talent@sfmoma.org.

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