Remote Art & Photography Curator (Contract)

NEPSE Trading; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPSE Trading is seeking an experienced Art and Photography Curator for a remote contractor role with worldwide scope. You will evaluate, attribute, and assess artworks and photographs for themed exhibitions or collections, ensuring provenance, attribution, and presentation quality.

The position requires strong written English, deep knowledge of provenance, and the ability to explain curatorial decisions clearly. This remote contract role offers a global work environment and project-based tasks.

Qualifications

• Professional experience as a Curator, Assistant Curator, Collections or Exhibitions Specialist, Gallery Director, Auction House Specialist, Art or Photo Archivist, or Registrar.
• Hands-on experience selecting, attributing, displaying, acquiring, or managing artworks and collections.
• For photography specialists, knowledge of photographic prints, editions, and printing processes.

Responsibilities

• Review individual artworks or collections and select pieces suitable for specific themes, exhibitions, or collections.
• Assess attribution, dates, mediums, editions, and print types, including vintage and later photographic prints.
• Identify provenance gaps, questionable attributions, and potential condition or display risks.
• Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of artwork titles, labels, and descriptions.
• Flag potential copyright, consent, ownership, or rights-related concerns.
• Provide concise written explanations supporting curatorial decisions and assessments.

Skills

Art Curator

Photography Curation

Collections Manager

Registrar

Exhibitions Specialist

English language

Job description

NEPSE Trading is seeking an experienced Art and Photography Curator for a remote contractor role with worldwide scope. You will evaluate, attribute, and assess artworks and photographs for themed exhibitions or collections, ensuring provenance, attribution, and presentation quality.

The position requires strong written English, deep knowledge of provenance, and the ability to explain curatorial decisions clearly. This remote contract role offers a global work environment and project-based tasks.