Full-time, Nonexempt

Background

Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, the Frick is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.

The collection originated with Henry Clay Frick (1849-1919), who bequeathed his home, paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts to the public for their enjoyment. The institution's holdings-which encompass masterworks from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century-have grown over the decades, more than doubling in size since the opening of the museum in 1935. A critical component of the institution is the Frick Art Research Library, founded in 1920 by Helen Clay Frick, daughter of the museum's founder. Recognized as one of the world's top art history research centers, it has served students, scholars, and members of the public free of charge for generations.

The Frick has undergone a comprehensive renovation and was open in a temporary home, Frick Madison, from 2020 through early 2024, while renovations were underway at the mansion on 70th Street. Construction has progressed rapidly and, in addition to special exhibition galleries and education spaces, we have added enhanced visitor amenities and accessible spaces. Frick Madison is now closed to the public. Staff have moved back to 1 East 70th Street and we are opening to the public this month.

Position Summary

Working closely with the Senior Editor for External Affairs, the Assistant Editor for External Affairs provides editorial support to the entire External Affairs Department-comprising membership, special events, restricted giving, communications, marketing, and visitor services-and beyond.

The Assistant Editor edits, proofreads, and fact-checks copy for a large volume of materials promoting the museum and library, including emails, social media posts, member and donor correspondence, grants and fundraising materials, event invitations, image and video captions, press releases, webpages, and more. The Assistant Editor reviews materials for grammar, accuracy, consistency, and tone, adapting language for both print and digital applications and for a wide range of audiences. The Assistant Editor also aids the Senior Editor with the production of the Annual Report and other External Affairs publications (brochures, mailings, blogs, etc.).

This role is relied upon as an authority on grammar, style, and institutional voice and helps to update, maintain, and enforce internal style guidelines.

Professional Skills and Requirements

• Impeccable command of English grammar and written and verbal communication
• Fluency in The Chicago Manual of Style and comfort adapting to new style guides
• Ability to juggle many concurrent projects and to work both independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of or interest in art history, and an enthusiasm for learning about the Frick, its history, and its collections
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, the Microsoft Office suite, and Adobe Acrobat required; basic knowledge of HTML a plus
• Experience in museums and the arts, nonprofits, communications, and/or fundraising a plus
• Knowledge of other languages a plus

Physical Requirements

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Physical requirements are comparable to most office roles: the ability to interact in-person with colleagues and use common office tools and machines (computer, phone); and the ability to traverse throughout the offices and building(s) both inside and outside of the museum and visit different levels of the building. Ability to carry/transport materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Employment Status and Compensation

This position is a full-time, nonexempt 35 hour/week role.

The base annual salary for this role is $56,000 ($30.77/hour) - $60,000 ($32.97/hour), commensurate with experience.

Hours worked over 35 in a work week are paid at an overtime rate of time-and-a-half.

The Frick hosts events and programs for members, donors, and the public on select evenings, and the Assistant Editor for External Affairs may on occasion be asked to work check-in or provide other support for events on weekends and outside of regular business hours.

Workplace Culture

At The Frick Collection, we pride ourselves on promoting an open and welcoming workplace culture that supports diversity and work-life balance. The Frick strives to provide our employees with competitive salaries and exceptional benefits in a beautiful and pleasant work setting, while offering an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the world's finest works of art.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at The Frick Collection, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, military status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Benefits in Employment with the Frick Collection

Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 14 paid holidays, all federal holidays including Juneteenth, and Election Day. Including four floating holidays: two may be used in the first half of the calendar year, two may be used in the second half of the calendar year.

Sick and Vacation time: Eligible full-time employees accrue up to 12 sick and 12 vacation days their first year of employment. In subsequent years, eligible full-time employees accrue up to 12 sick days and 25 vacation days/year.

Family Leave: In addition to adhering to all federal family leave laws, we provide all eligible employees with paid bereavement and family leave.

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance: All full-time employees and their eligible dependents may enroll in employer sponsored benefits plans. Employees contribute to the cost of health insurance based on income level and type of coverage selected.

Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance: The Frick covers the entire cost of these benefits for all full-time employees. The life insurance benefit is up to three times the employee's annual salary.

Retirement: The Frick supports all employees in planning for retirement by offering participation in a Tax Deferred Savings Plan - 403(b) and a defined benefit pension plan.

Wellness programs at the Frick include an Employee Assistance Plan, a discount on Citi Bike memberships and a discount on bike helmets.

Additional benefits include discounted Metro Cards/Transit Checks and flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and commuting costs.

Apply here or send resume and cover letter to:

Senior Editor for External Affairs

The Frick Collection

1 East 70th Street

New York, NY 10021

This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.