Art Curator

CID Design Group; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Profit sharing

Education benefits and certifications

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays (including birthday)

Job summary

CID Design Group, a 40+ year old national interior design firm based in Naples, Florida, is seeking an Art Curator to lead art consultancy projects and installations for hospitality and multi-family settings. The role emphasizes art history knowledge, strong design sensibility, and mentorship within a collaborative team.

You will build relationships with artists and dealers, curate collections that match client vision and CID branding, and guide teams through exhibitions, Open Studio events, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in art/history/fine arts or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art, production art, and design trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead art curation across CID’s art consultancy, client projects, events, Open Studio, and Art House, building relationships with artists and partners.
• Collaborate with creative teams, firm principal, and clients to understand art preferences and curate a collection that matches vision and budget.
• Lead and manage client art presentations to align with project vision and CID aesthetics and branding.
• Source, select and curate art collections that align with design aesthetic and brand identity.
• Build and expand networks with artists, galleries, and art dealers for new pieces.
• Collaborate with Creative, Design, and FFE Studios to ensure art collections complement project design.
• Support with installation logistics to ensure timely, efficient delivery.
• Stay updated with trends and bring innovative ideas to projects.
• Mentor teams to enhance knowledge of art in design industry.

Skills

Art history expertise

Strong communication

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art/History/Fine Arts

Job description

As an interior and brand design firm, CID believes art has the unique power to deepen the design story and bring a brand’s purpose to life. Through our in-house art consultancy, we deeply value artistry and the elevated dimension, meaning, and soul it brings to a space.

Our Art Curator is CID’s resident art expert, responsible for sourcing and curating compelling art collections and signature installations, while leading and mentoring our team and cultivating strong relationships with artists, vendors, and the creative community. The ideal candidate brings an awareness of both trend and timelessness, with a background in art, interior design, or a related field. This role requires a strong foundation in art history, a refined design sensibility, exceptional attention to detail and communication skills, and, above all, a genuine passion for the role of art in the built environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead art curation across CID’s art consultancy, client projects, events, Open Studio, and Art House, building relationships with artists and creative partners to expand our art offering.
• Collaborate with creative teams, firm principal, and clients to understand their art preferences in order to curate a collection that aligns with their vision and budget.
• Lead and manage client art presentations with clients to align with project vison, and CID aesthetics and branding.
• Source, select and curate art collections that align with our clients' design aesthetic and brand identity
• Build upon existing network and develop new relationships with artists, galleries, and art dealers to source new and creative pieces.
• Collaborate with Creative, Design, and FFE Studios to ensure that the art collections complement and enhance the overall project design scheme.
• Partner with our FFE teams on facilitating, logistics and installation of art collections, ensuring that they are installed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the art world, and bring innovative and creative ideas to each project.
• Promote and mentor our teams to enhance their knowledge of art as it relates to our design industry

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree with keen knowledge of art history, fine arts, or related.
• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a hospitality or multi-family interior design setting.
• WELL AP certification and other industry experience as needed
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art, production art, and design trends.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, designers, and vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Knowledge of the logistics and technical aspects of art installation.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Mentoring, teaching, and collaborative teamwork style.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. If you are passionate about art and design, and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

CID Design Group is a 40+ year old national interior design firm located in Naples, Florida. CID specializes in multifamily, hospitality, creative branding, and design forecasting. We work with 9 of the top 10 largest developers in the United States, and our portfolio spans 39 states and over 60 cities.

CID provides an amazing opportunity to nurture the career growth of designers who are ambitious and hungry for challenging, exciting, and fulfilling work. Our founders have fostered a culture that encourages true collaboration, career growth opportunities, learning opportunities, and work-life balance. They also believe in sharing the firm's successes through competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and a profit-sharing plan.

Our benefit package includes:

• Wellness Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Continuing Education and certifications
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay (including your birthday!)
• Career Growth and Skill Development
• A Fun, Creative, Collaborative Environment + Positive Culture