Emerging Curator – Contemporary Art & Collections

Museums Aotearoa; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery | Len Lye Centre in New Plymouth seeks an Assistant Curator Contemporary Art and Collections to support research, development and delivery of exhibitions, collection displays and public programmes. You will collaborate with artists, lenders and stakeholders, while contributing to collection care and documentation.

The role emphasises te ao Māori principles, curatorial research and accessible interpretation within a nationally significant collection.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in art history, curatorial practice, museum studies or related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art and contemporary cultural practice.
• Experience in exhibition development, gallery projects, museum practice or related arts organisations.
• Experience undertaking research and producing written content.
• Experience working collaboratively with artists, communities or external stakeholders.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to culturally responsive practice.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with researching, developing and delivering contemporary art exhibitions and projects.
• Undertake research on artists, artworks and art practices to support exhibitions, publications and collection projects.
• Contribute to exhibition content, interpretation, publications and visitor resources.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with artists, curators, lenders and key stakeholders.
• Support exhibition planning, installation, deinstallation and logistics to ensure high-quality visitor experiences.
• Assist with artwork handling, documentation, condition reporting and collection care in line with best practice standards.
• Support collection management, digitisation, database maintenance and collection research activities.
• Contribute to the delivery and promotion of public programmes, events, talks and artist engagements.
• Work collaboratively across teams to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.
• Champion Te Tiriti o Waitangi, mātauranga Māori and meaningful partnerships with mana whenua and Māori communities.

Skills

Knowledge of contemporary art

Research

Written content development

Collaborative work with artists/commun

Education

Tertiary qualification in art history/curatorial/museum studies

Job description

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery | Len Lye Centre in New Plymouth seeks an Assistant Curator Contemporary Art and Collections to support research, development and delivery of exhibitions, collection displays and public programmes. You will collaborate with artists, lenders and stakeholders, while contributing to collection care and documentation.

The role emphasises te ao Māori principles, curatorial research and accessible interpretation within a nationally significant collection.