Senior Exhibition Curator & Gallery Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exhibition Curator & Gallery Manager for a prestigious Paarl art gallery in the Western Cape. You will conceptualize and execute compelling exhibitions, oversee the collection, and manage daily operations with a strong leadership approach.

The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in curating significant exhibitions, extensive art history knowledge, and the ability to lead staff and external partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Museum Studies or closely related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in exhibition curation and gallery management.
• Proven track record in curating significant exhibitions and a publications record.
• Extensive knowledge of art history with specialization in relevant periods or movements.
• Experience in collection management, conservation principles and art handling.
• Excellent leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research, writing and verbal communication abilities.
• Fundraising and donor relations experience is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, research, and develop innovative exhibition programs aligned with the gallery's mission.
• Manage all aspects of exhibition planning and execution including artist liaison and installation.
• Oversee care, conservation, and documentation of the permanent collection.
• Develop and manage the gallery's annual budget and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Lead and supervise gallery staff, including registrars and educators.
• Cultivate relationships with artists, collectors, patrons, and arts organizations.
• Develop and implement educational programming and public engagement for exhibitions.
• Manage gallery operations including security, facilities, and visitor services.
• Stay abreast of trends in contemporary art, curatorial practice and museum management.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Research

Writing

Verbal communication

Fundraising

Office software

Museum databases

Education

Master's degree in Art History or related field

Tools

Museum collection databases

Office software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Exhibition Curator & Gallery Manager for a prestigious Paarl art gallery in the Western Cape. You will conceptualize and execute compelling exhibitions, oversee the collection, and manage daily operations with a strong leadership approach.

The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in curating significant exhibitions, extensive art history knowledge, and the ability to lead staff and external partners.