Galleries Curator

University for the Creative Arts; Epsom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University for the Creative Arts seeks a Galleries Curator to lead the strategic development of its galleries. This pivotal role involves curating exhibitions, managing partnerships, and engaging students creatively across multiple campuses. Ideal candidates will possess strong curatorial experience, partnership-building skills, and an innovative approach to art and culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in curatorial work with innovative programming.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with local and global cultural networks.
• Experience in securing external funding and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Curate and manage an annual programme of exhibitions and events.
• Develop a unified curatorial strategy and act as UCA’s cultural ambassador.
• Coordinate degree shows and manage gallery staff and logistics.

Skills

Curatorial strategy

Partnership building

Event management

Creative programming

Job description

The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) is seeking a visionary and collaborative Galleries Curator to lead the creative and strategic development of our galleries across Farnham, Epsom, and Canterbury.

In this pivotal role, you’ll shape UCA’s curatorial direction, develop high-impact programming, and build national and international partnerships that enhance the university’s cultural profile. You’ll curate inclusive, interdisciplinary exhibitions aligned with academic and research priorities, while championing student engagement, global conversations, and creative excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curate and manage an annual programme of innovative exhibitions and public events.
• Develop a unified curatorial strategy across all UCA galleries and act as UCA’s cultural ambassador.
• Build strong partnerships with the Craft Study Centre and local/global cultural networks.
• Secure external funding from public and private funders.
• Embed gallery activity within UCA’s research themes and student learning.
• Coordinate degree shows and student-led initiatives across campuses.
• Manage gallery staff, budgets, and logistics for installations and programming.

For an informal conversation regarding the role please contact:

Dr Abby Whittall, Research Manager at [e-mail]

At UCA, creativity and innovation are at the heart of what we do. Our legacy of educating eager and passionate artists, makers and thinkers runs back almost 160 years, and today we’re helping shape a global future that supports and nourishes talent worldwide.

Our campuses across Surrey and Kent are vibrant communities, each specialising in different areas of the creative industries. We are also home to a thriving research hub, with academic experts and fellows leading the way in research on sustainability, design, textiles, animation, history and culture, and more.

Are you ready to share your passion for creativity with the next generation of innovators? If so, we want to hear from you.

£40,497 to £46,735 per annum