Linkedin: Is anyone else having Difficult finding jobs in the art world?

[fullofpink]

http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Is-anyone-else-having-difficulty-3716377.S.67408281?view=&srchtype=discussedNews&gid=3716377&item=67408281&type=member&trk=eml-anet_dig-b_pd-ttl-cn&ut=3s61rKTyxY8Rk1

[runaway]

http://www.linkedin....=3s61rKTyxY8Rk1

That's pretty old. I've seen postings at a lot of major museums in the past few months. What's frustrating is that most of them require several years of experience, and entry level positions still seem at a premium. But there are jobs.

[fullofpink]

When I was in NYC the other week, I was surprised to discover that some positions were averaging well over 1,000 applicants. Ouch.

However, 8 months was only November and I would argue that the best hiring season really is spring/summer.

There are jobs available, but they are definitely not "entry" level. Very few and far between, unfortunately

There is some good advice in the discussion regarding jobs. My friend at a Masters program said their adviser said the the best to get a job is to start smoking. I don't think that person was half-wrong, lol.

[napoleon87]

NETWORK. I recently left my position with one of the major two auction houses in NYC after three years. I know most of you are looking at museum work, but I think the same principles apply. I came to NYC after graduation on an internship and began to network like crazy. Every time I made a new contact, I'd express my interests in working in an art auction house or museum. Finally, I met one woman who happened to live in the same building as an auction house employee. I set up a meeting with that employee and gave her my resume, which was passed along to HR. I still had to go through a series of interviews, but I know for a fact that HR never would have reviewed my application without an internal recommendation.

From the few museum contacts I have, I know the same applies. Unfortunately, many of the best positions go to privileged and well-connected applicants, despite their credentials. This makes it incredibly important to have someone on the inside who will vouch for you and get you that first interview. Very tough, but doable!