How to Get a Job in a Museum or Gallery

Getting your dream job in the arts is no mean feat these days. Alison Baverstock 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, it takes a practical approach to finding the right job for you. It also offers advice on creating an eye-catching resume, applying for an advertised post, finding work experience, the interview itself, and working in museums and galleries abroad. The book features a foreword by Sandy Nairne, Director of the National Portrait Gallery.