How to Get a Job in a Museum or Art Gallery
By (Author) Alison Baverstock
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
7th July 2010
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Museology and heritage studies
Conservation, restoration and care of artworks
069.023
Paperback
288
Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 20mm
273g
Getting your dream job in the arts is no mean feat these days. In this book, the author explores the world of museums and galleries, focusing on contemporary issues and current options for employment in this field. This down-to-earth guide will help you work out what kind of job you would be best suited to, and how to prepare for a career in your chosen field. Featuring many case studies and real life examples, this book takes a practical approach to finding the right job for you. It includes advice on creating an eye-catching CV, applying for an advertised post, finding work experience, the interview itself, and working in museums and galleries abroad.
Alison Baverstock is a publishing trainer and consultant. Her previous books for A & C Black include Is There a Book in You and How to Get a Job in Publishing.