Gallery Manager and Curator

Stockwell; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading art organization in Brisbane is seeking a Gallery Manager to oversee exhibitions and events at the Brisbane Portrait Gallery. This individual will be responsible for logistics, PR, and developing educational programs while managing volunteers and supporting the Brisbane Portrait Prize. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and a passion for art. This position is available for an immediate start.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a gallery or art-related field.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize exhibitions and events.
• Manage logistics, PR, and communications for the gallery.
• Develop educational programs related to the exhibitions.

Skills

Passion for art and artists

Logistics management

Public relations

Event planning

Volunteer management

Job description

Stockwell, in collaboration with a major player in the Brisbane art scene, has established the Brisbane Portrait Gallery at Fish Lane, South Brisbane.

Our ambition is to run the best Portrait Gallery in Brisbane to attract artists, tourists and Brisbane art enthusiasts.

We are looking for a Gallery Manager who will work as part of the Stockwell Team. The Gallery Manager is responsible for putting together concepts for exhibitions, events, interpreting the desires of the Steering Committee, and displaying exhibitions.

You will deliver the logistics, PR, and communications, sales and developing educational programs. You will need the skills to mobilize and manage volunteers to deliver a unique experience.

You will be part of the Stockwell Team to acquire and collect works of art for the Gallery as well as playing an active role in support of the Brisbane Portrait Prize.

The Gallery Manager will require passion for art and artists with at least 5 years of experience.

Next Steps:

Please address your application to Julianne Thannhauser and apply directly through LinkedIn, Seek, ARTS Hub, AMaGA or via our current employment opportunities link.

This position is available for an immediate start.

Note: Recruitment Agency CV’s will not be accepted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.