Visionary Arts Curator - Exhibitions & Collections (Paarl)

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 91.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Travel allowance

Access to collection

Intellectual environment

Zusammenfassung

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.

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Research

Writing

Public speaking

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Art History / Curatorial Studies

Jobbeschreibung

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.