Website Martha's Vineyard Museum
Summary
The Sheldon Hackney Programming Fellow should be someone passionate about program and event management. The Museum’s summer calendar begins with our annual gala, and is full of exhibit openings, lectures, author talks, music, and more. The ideal candidate is proactive, able to think ahead, and consistently anticipate departmental needs. We can’t wait to work with you.
Work will include:
- Assisting with the planning and execution of all of the Museum’s summer’s programs and events
- Tracking information in shared Excel tracking sheets and calendars to ensure event details are up to date
- Coordinating and executing wild posting efforts around the island
- Designing and leading a program at the Museum
Key Details
Fellowships will commence on or after June 8, 2026. All fellows are asked to work as late into August as possible for their schedule.
- Reports to: Director of Programming & Audience Engagement
- Number of Positions Available: 1 full-time (40 hours per week)
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Eligibility
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfort in social situations and the ability to communicate well verbally
- Familiarity with Canva, or other graphic design platforms helpful
- Good writing skills a plus
- Flexible hours with the ability to work evenings and weekends required.
Compensation
$7,400 stipend
About
Martha’s Vineyard Museum (MVM) is more than 100 years old. The Museum collects art, artifacts, oral histories, documents, and photographs that tell the Island’s story from time immemorial to today. MVM provides a framework for understanding the past to help create a better future.