Curator, Photographs & Time-Based Media (Africa & Asia)

Prazzle Arts; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans with employer matching

Generous paid leave

Professional development support

Access to museums and cultural institutions

Job summary

A major cultural institution in New York is seeking a Curator of Photographs to lead the organization and cataloguing of The Walther Collection, culminating in a major exhibition scheduled for 2028. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in twentieth-century and contemporary photography, as well as time-based media from Africa and Asia. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in photography and time-based media, particularly from Africa and Asia.
• Ability to lead organization and cataloguing of art collections.
• Strong collaborative skills across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization and cataloguing of The Walther Collection.
• Foster research, acquisitions, and exhibitions.
• Collaborate with various departments and engage with professional communities.

Skills

Expertise in twentieth-century photography

Expertise in contemporary photography

Research and scholarship skills

Leadership skills

Job description

A major cultural institution in New York is seeking a Curator of Photographs to lead the organization and cataloguing of The Walther Collection, culminating in a major exhibition scheduled for 2028. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in twentieth-century and contemporary photography, as well as time-based media from Africa and Asia. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.