Arts Curator

Placements24; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Travel allowance

Access to collection

Intellectual environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an Arts Curator to conceptualize, develop, and manage exhibitions and collections that engage diverse audiences and contribute to the cultural discourse.

The ideal candidate will research, acquire, and interpret artworks, organize public programs and publications, and guide interpretive texts with a storytelling approach to contemporary art within a vibrant regional scene.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.
• Significant experience as an Arts Curator or in a senior curatorial role within the Arts & Entertainment industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in a specific area of art history or contemporary art.
• Proven ability to conceive and execute critically acclaimed exhibitions.
• Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, research, and develop exhibition proposals and programs.
• Acquire, interpret, and manage artworks for the organization's collection.
• Write exhibition texts, catalogue essays, and other interpretive materials.
• Liaise with artists, lenders, conservators, and designers throughout the exhibition process.
• Develop and manage exhibition budgets and project timelines.
• Organize and lead public programs, including artist talks, lectures, and tours.
• Stay abreast of current trends and developments in contemporary art and curatorial practice.

Skills

Research

Writing

Public speaking

Education

Master's or PhD in Art History / Curatorial Studies

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious institution in the Arts & Entertainment sector, is seeking a visionary Arts Curator to join their esteemed team in Paarl, Western Cape . This critical role involves conceptualizing, developing, and managing exhibitions and collections that engage diverse audiences and contribute significantly to the cultural discourse. You will be responsible for researching, acquiring, and interpreting artworks, as well as organizing public programs and publications to enhance understanding and appreciation. The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable art historian with a passion for storytelling through visual mediums and a proven ability to curate impactful exhibitions within the vibrant Western Cape art scene.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, research, and develop exhibition proposals and programs.


• Acquire, interpret, and manage artworks for the organization's collection.


• Write exhibition texts, catalogue essays, and other interpretive materials.


• Liaise with artists, lenders, conservators, and designers throughout the exhibition process.


• Develop and manage exhibition budgets and project timelines.


• Organize and lead public programs, including artist talks, lectures, and tours.


• Stay abreast of current trends and developments in contemporary art and curatorial practice.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field.


• Significant experience as an Arts Curator or in a senior curatorial role within the Arts & Entertainment industry.


• Demonstrated expertise in a specific area of art history or contemporary art.


• Proven ability to conceive and execute critically acclaimed exhibitions.


• Excellent research, writing, and public speaking skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary commensurate with extensive experience.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and life insurance.


• Generous research and travel allowance for professional development.


• Access to a renowned collection and opportunities to collaborate with leading artists and institutions.


• A stimulating intellectual environment in the picturesque setting of Paarl .