Hybrid Exhibit Curator & Installation Artist in Centurion

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development allowances

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative Exhibit Curator and Installation Artist in Centurion, Gauteng, to conceive, design, and realize engaging exhibitions. You will manage the full lifecycle from research to installation, collaborating with artists, fabricators, and education teams to create immersive experiences.

The role demands a strong background in contemporary art, spatial design, and hands-on fabrication, with proven project management and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Fine Arts or related field.
• Significant experience in exhibition curation and installation with a portfolio.
• Strong understanding of contemporary art practices.
• Hands-on fabrication, lighting, and AV installation experience.
• Excellent research, writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated project management and organisational abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with museum best practices and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, research, and develop thematic exhibition concepts.
• Source artworks, objects, and media for exhibitions.
• Design exhibition layouts and spatial arrangements, creating visitor pathways.
• Oversee fabrication and installation of all exhibition components.
• Collaborate with artists and technical teams to realize complex installations.
• Write interpretive texts, labels, and catalogue essays.
• Develop public programming and educational initiatives related to exhibitions.
• Manage exhibition budgets, timelines, and logistics.
• Conduct condition reporting and oversee conservation needs.
• Evaluate exhibition success and gather visitor feedback for future planning.

Skills

Exhibition curation

Installation design

Project management

Research & writing

Collaboration with stakeholders

Education

Master's degree in Art History / Curatorial Studies / Fine Arts

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Exhibition design software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an innovative Exhibit Curator and Installation Artist in Centurion, Gauteng, to conceive, design, and realize engaging exhibitions. You will manage the full lifecycle from research to installation, collaborating with artists, fabricators, and education teams to create immersive experiences.

The role demands a strong background in contemporary art, spatial design, and hands-on fabrication, with proven project management and excellent communication skills.