Part-Time Curatorial Assistant, Exhibitions & Public Programs

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Annual flu shots

Health and wellbeing programme

Novated lease options

Job summary

Hazelhurst Arts Centre in southern Sydney is seeking a passionate and organised Curatorial Assistant to support the delivery of our exhibitions and public programs. Reporting to the Curator, Exhibitions and Programs, you will provide curatorial, administrative, research and exhibition support.

You will contribute to a diverse program of exhibitions, artist commissions, publications, touring projects and residency initiatives, ensuring high standards of presentation and audience engagement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Fine Arts/Visual Arts or equivalent knowledge of Australian art.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a gallery, museum or arts organisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering exhibitions and related projects.
• Support preparation of publications, reports, grants and exhibition materials.
• Coordinate exhibition administration including contracts and record keeping.
• Assist with exhibition installation and de-installation.
• Conduct artwork condition reporting and ensure proper handling, storage and transport.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality exhibitions and public programs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Fine Arts / Visual Arts degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Hazelhurst Arts Centre in southern Sydney is seeking a passionate and organised Curatorial Assistant to support the delivery of our exhibitions and public programs. Reporting to the Curator, Exhibitions and Programs, you will provide curatorial, administrative, research and exhibition support.

You will contribute to a diverse program of exhibitions, artist commissions, publications, touring projects and residency initiatives, ensuring high standards of presentation and audience engagement.