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Learning Objectives:

Objective #1:To learn the specific executive roles of an exhibition manager

 

Activites/Resources:

1. To attend meetings and observe the various roles of the exhibition manager

2. Assist in the various duties including marketing and managerial type tasks

3. Assist and conduct research for various shows and creating network connections

 

Evaluation/Verification:

1. Provide screenshots of some of the various Calls for Entries and PR that I have accomplished

2. Provide a summary of my research findings

 Objective #2:To learn the relationship skills necessary to interact with artists, patrons, donors, etc.

 

Activites/Resources:

1. Daily reflections on the various interactions throughout the day 

2.. Research/Review various steps in networking process

3. Attend various meetings to observe interactions

 

Evaluation/Verification:

1. Provide a basic summary of my networking experience

2. Summary / Reflective commentary on findings

Objective #3:To learn what the professional process and steps are in the creation of a show.

 

Activites/Resources:

1. Assist in the various steps and process of creation (from the beginning of Call for Entries to the pick-up date of artists)

2. Document the steps in the installation

 

Evaluation/Verification:

1. Include narrative of key concepts I have learned

2. Documentation (video/photography, of the process)Compile interviews into useful resource

3. Creation of 3D model for new gallery space

 

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​Hi! My name is Courtney and I am a Junior at Messiah College.  Interning at the Susquehanna Art Museum in Harrisburg Spring 2014 has been an amazing exerience and I hope that you can learn from my insights and knowledge gained.  If you have any questions about my overall experience, or just want to get in contact with me just fill out the form below and I'll get back to you soon!

 

Thanks,

Courtney

 

Courtney McKay

SAM Exhibition Management Intern

Site Supervisor: Exhibition Manager Lauren Nye

 

"Messiah College Internship Center"

Advisor: Michael Blount

 

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