Remote Art & Photography Curator: Exhibitions & Collections

Synthires; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Synthires is seeking experienced Art and Photography Curators to evaluate artworks and photographic collections for exhibitions, galleries, archives, and other curated collections. You will review works, assess authenticity and context, and provide clear written explanations supporting your decisions.

Key responsibilities include evaluating artworks, assessing attribution and provenance, reviewing photographic processes, identifying provenance concerns, and documenting curatorial decisions for

Qualifications

• Professional experience as a curator or equivalent in galleries, archives, or museums.
• Experience making curatorial decisions involving artwork selection, attribution, or loans.
• Ability to assess artworks and photographs in artistic, historical, technical, and collection context.
• For photography-focused work, familiarity with photographic prints and processes.
• Strong judgment when evaluating artwork suitability and attribution reliability.
• Clear written English communication and ability to explain professional decisions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate Artworks and Photographs: Review individual works and collections to determine their suitability for specific exhibitions, themes, galleries, or collections.
• Assess Attribution and Context: Examine available information to evaluate authorship, origin, date, medium, edition, and other relevant characteristics.
• Review Photographic Processes: Assess photographic prints, editions, and production processes, including distinctions between vintage and later prints.
• Identify Provenance Concerns: Flag gaps in provenance, questionable attributions, and potential issues affecting the interpretation or presentation of works.
• Evaluate Condition and Display Requirements: Identify condition concerns and potential risks associated with displaying or handling artworks and photographs.
• Verify Artwork Information: Review titles, catalogue entries, labels, and descriptions to ensure accuracy and appropriate representation.
• Flag Rights and Ownership Issues: Identify potential concerns involving image rights, consent, copyright, or ownership.
• Document Curatorial Decisions: Provide concise, well‑reasoned written explanations so reviewers can understand the basis for each selection or assessment.

Job description

Synthires is seeking experienced Art and Photography Curators to evaluate artworks and photographic collections for exhibitions, galleries, archives, and other curated collections. You will review works, assess authenticity and context, and provide clear written explanations supporting your decisions.

Key responsibilities include evaluating artworks, assessing attribution and provenance, reviewing photographic processes, identifying provenance concerns, and documenting curatorial decisions for