Curator

Acrylicize; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Acrylicize souhaite embaucher un Curateur pour gérer des projets divers tout en connectant des artistes à des clients. Le candidat idéal aura une solide connaissance de l'art contemporain et de fortes compétences en programmation et en design graphique. Ce rôle implique une interaction constante avec les clients et le mentorat des membres juniors de l'équipe.

Qualifications

• Connaissance ou compréhension du monde de l'art et des artistes contemporains.
• Confiance et professionnalisme dans les interactions avec les clients.
• Ouverture aux retours et désir de s'améliorer.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing et curation d'œuvres d'art pour divers clients.
• Présenter des concepts et gérer les attentes des clients.
• Collaborer avec le Directeur Créatif sur la stratégie de curation.

Skills

Connaissance du monde de l'art

Compétences en Adobe InDesign

Compétences en Photoshop

Compétences en Illustrator

Capacité à établir des relations

Job description

Purpose

To deliver the highest standard of creative across multiple projects at Acrylicize, matching the finest artists and artworks to spaces in need of art interventions with a rich story to tell. Working under the Creative Director and in partnership with the Creative Team, the core responsibility will be providing opportunities to artists and art solutions to clients big and small, helping to drive the curation narrative of the studio.

Main Responsibilities

1. Sourcing, commissioning, and curating artworks for multiple clients, managing time effectively across projects within budget constraints.
2. Serving as the key contact for curation projects and collaborating on larger scheme projects.
3. Confidently presenting concepts and managing client expectations and concerns.
4. Advocating for great work, encouraging clients to appreciate collections, and guiding them through the journey.
5. Creating engaging proposals for new curation opportunities that focus on a concept or story.
6. Building and maintaining a database of emerging artists and sharing updates with the team.
7. Liaising with artistic and creative institutions to establish successful partnerships.
8. Researching market trends in the art world regularly.
9. Mentoring junior team members closely.
10. Collaborating with the Creative Director to develop the studio’s community strategy for curation.
11. Working with Project Managers to estimate curation time at project start.
12. Assisting with planning events, panels, and art shows as needed.
13. Writing thought pieces and articles to promote client engagement.
14. Contributing marketing input for the promotion of Acrylicize projects.

What’s Expected

1. Developing strong relationships within the Acrylicize team.
2. Staying informed about emerging and established artists in the art scene.
3. Promoting inclusivity and diversity, especially supporting emerging artists.
4. Engaging with communities and educational institutions.
5. Pushing boundaries in art placement in both public and private spaces.
6. Briefing team members clearly and maintaining high communication standards.
7. Expressing concerns promptly and seeking help when needed.
8. Communicating project progress effectively with Directors and Project Managers.
9. Representing Acrylicize with integrity, humor, and respect.

You Must Have

1. Knowledge or understanding of the art world and contemporary artists.
2. Confidence, clarity, and professionalism in client interactions.
3. Openness to feedback and a desire to improve.
4. A drive to enhance the studio’s output.
5. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
6. Ability to create engaging documents from templates.