Museum Careers

by Cleveland Museum of Art

Take a behind-the-scenes look at one of the vital jobs at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Students will have the opportunity to discuss with a featured staff member the projects, career path, influences and aspirations which shaped that person’s professional life. The selected staff member brings video clips of his/her working environment, information on relevant programs and an enthusiasm for lively interchange with your class. Past presenters have included the Curatorial Assistant of Ancient Art, the Coordinator of Film Programs and the Curator of the Musical Arts Department.

Program Rating

based on 13 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $145.00
By Request Premium: $130.00

Purchase orders are due within 10 days of registration. Payment is due in full within 30 days of receiving the invoice. Invoices are sent upon program completion.

Length

45-60 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 9, 10, 11, 12

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Primary Disciplines

Career Education

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Zoom

Booking Information

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Cleveland Museum of Art

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Programs are non-refundable, however cancellations due to technical difficulties, school closings, or those received 48 hours in advance may be rescheduled for no additional charge. Rescheduling is subject to availability.

About This Provider

Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland, Ohio
United States

Distance Learning for adult audiences at The Cleveland Museum of Art allows lifelong learners to connect with the CMA and enrich their studies of history and visual arts through our collection of art and artifacts from around the world. Through live, interactive videoconferencing, students participate in conversations with museum educators that are two-way and fully interactive.

Please see the museum's website for information about virtual learning for K-12 students:

https://www.clevelandart.org/learn/educators/prek-12-school-programs-and-resources/virtual-learning/virtual-learning-topics

Contact:
Arielle Levine
alevine@clevelandart.org
12167072688

Program Details

Format

1. Discuss students' assumptions about museum careers.
2. Review Organization Chart and Job Descriptions.
3. Focus on careers of museum professionals chosen in advance by school.
4 Discuss other careers found in Education, Curatorial, Finance and Graphic Design departments for example.
5. Interactive discussion throughout.

Objectives

The student will learn about the different career paths available in the museum world.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.