The Contemporary Austin
Rob Murphy has a diverse work experience in arts management and operations. Rob is currently serving as the Director of Operations at The Contemporary Austin, where they focus on creating operational efficiencies and facilitating interdepartmental collaboration. Prior to this, they worked as the Director of Operations at Vault Fine Art Services and as a Warehouse Manager at RED HOOK CRATING LLC. Rob also has experience as an International Installation & Project Manager at Williams&Hill, an Art Handler at UOVO, a Registrar | Art Handler at Mother's Tankstation, and an Assistant Curator at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios.
Rob Murphy obtained their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Honours degree in Visual Arts Practice from Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology, completing their studies from 2007 to 2011. Rob later pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Art in the Contemporary World, specializing in Contemporary Theory, Sculpture, and Multimedia from the National College of Art & Design from 2011 to 2013. In addition to their academic qualifications, Rob also holds several certifications such as the Facility Security Coordinator (FSC) from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, obtained in September 2020, and the USA Hockey Official certification from USA Hockey, obtained in September 2019. Rob also has certifications as a Fire Guard for Impairment (Citywide) from the New York City Fire Department and as a Forklift Operator (OSHA certified) from the U.S. Department of Labor, although the specific dates of obtaining these certifications are not provided.