The Contemporary Austin
Jessi DiTillio, PhD, is an accomplished museum professional with extensive experience in writing, editing, and project management within the art and cultural sectors. Currently serving as a Museum Writer/Editor at The Contemporary Austin, Jessi is responsible for crafting and editing various forms of copy, including exhibition texts and promotional materials. Previous roles include Project Manager for Exhibitions and Publications at the Hammer Museum, where project coordination of exhibition catalogs and touring proposals was a primary focus. Additionally, as a Publications Fellow at the Getty Research Institute, responsibilities included copy-editing scholarly works and managing artwork permissions. Educationally, Jessi holds a Ph.D. in Art History from The University of Texas at Austin, alongside a Master's degree from the University of Oregon and dual Bachelor's degrees in Art and Cultural Theory from New York University. Jessi's diverse expertise encompasses curatorial roles and administrative positions within respected academic institutions and art organizations.
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The Contemporary Austin
Our Mission We invite you to discover contemporary art in settings that provoke thought and joy. Our programs join art with place in a pursuit of a deeper experience, a bigger conversation, and a closer community. Our Vision We believe in the capacity of art to transform lives. We dream of a future where more eyes, ears, hearts and minds are opened by contemporary art in all of its forms. Our Values Extending the Welcome – We want every person to feel like they belong here. Our invitation is completely open and inclusive. Always Caring - We know that details matter. We care deeply about the quality of our work and about the experiences of our guests, the artists we collaborate with, our staff, and all those we have yet to meet. Socially Mindful - We believe that contemporary art is a way for people to connect their personal experiences with the broader social and cultural dialogues of our place and time. Staying Curious - We observe closely, listen intently, and inquire sincerely because we have a boundless fascination with people, art and ideas. Making Progress - We always want to be better—to inspire more deeply, to engage more openly, and to serve more joyfully. We are mindful of feedback and committed to ongoing reflection and iteration. Being Here - A place can transform your experience of art, and art can transform your experience of a place. We activate our downtown exhibition space and our lakeside sculpture park in imaginative ways to serve Austin. Trying New Things - We believe in the importance of experimentation, play, and the surprise that often results from trying something new. We know that progress comes through both bravery and vulnerability.