Tai Kwun 大館招聘
藝術部 Art Department
Senior Art Editor
Job Description:
Structure Tai Kwun Contemporary’s online and print content calendar, and play a key role in shaping Tai Kwun Contemporary’s editorial and content strategy across multiple channels and platforms
Set and maintain a standard of excellence in accuracy and editorial integrity in all Tai Kwun Contemporary publications and contribute to the development of Tai Kwun Contemporary’s voice
Guide the team to shape the annual programming of learning, participation and engagement to ensure alignment with the annual exhibition programme and with Tai Kwun’s overarching vision
Lead editorial and graphic design production for books, digital leaflets, artists’ books, as well as in-gallery didactics including invites, labels, signage to improve and enhance efficiency
Project manage in-house and external editors, copy editors, translators, and other vendors on content production. Supervise the progress while adhering to production timeline and budget in order to ensure timely and high-quality content delivery
Work closely with internal departments to ensure consistency in content and language of all published materials of contemporary art team
Oversee the Artists’ Book Library and its programming including displays and talks
Manage budgets, forecasting and reporting effectively for editorial, design and videos
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Art History, Visual Culture Studies or relevant disciplines
Minimum 8 years’ experience as editor in museum or with exposure in journalism and publication related to art, design or visual culture
Solid experience in collaborating with stakeholders to produce publications and other published materials related to exhibitions, public programmes or learning programmes
In-depth experience and knowledge of managing editorial process and workflows as well as knowledge of art media and general media in Hong Kong and Asia
Experience in developing and implementing editorial policies and guidelines
Strong stakeholder management, problem solving and interpersonal skills
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese
Excellent network of art writers, translators and editors
租賃及商業事務部 Leasing and Commercial
Leasing & Commercial Officer
Job Description:
Implement the venue hire strategies for long-term and sustainable business growth
Manage the implementation of simple venue hire events, from inquiries handling to events coordination. Support senior venue hire teammates in realizing more complex venue hire events in close coordination with various departments in Tai Kwun
Handle venue hire documents and contracts. Assist leadership in maintaining strong client contact-base and relationships
Conduct desk-top research and assist in the formulation of pricing strategy for venue hire
Develop marketing materials for direct pitching
Prepare regular reports and perform business analyses as required
Provide administrative support and other ad hoc duties as assigned
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, real estate, business administration, marketing or relevant disciplines
Minimum 3 year’s relevant experience with exposure in business development and events is an advantage
Strong interest in events business with good interpersonal and customer service skills
Good multi-tasking ability and able to communicate well with teammates in cross departments to realize successful events
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Chinese
Candidates with more experience will be considered as Senior Officer – Leasing & Commercial
營運部 Operations
Visitor Experience Associates
Job Description:
Support counter daily operations at Visitor Centre, Gallery Reception and ushering in other event areas
Proactively greet visitors, guide and guarantee excellent visitor experience and conduct survey
Handle face-to-face enquiries and comments at Visitor Centre, Art Gallery Reception, or designated locations in a professional manner
Handle phone-in or write-in enquiries and comments and other contingency duties in a professional manner
Perform daily ticketing, sales activities, cash box and inventory management in Visitor Centre and designated locations
Guide thematic exhibitions tours and/or education tours
Perform any ad hoc duties when required
Requirements:
Diploma or Bachelor Degree in hotel & tourism management, education, cultural studies, history or other related disciplines
Minimum 2 years’ experience in Customer Service with exposure in related sector is preferred. Having 1 years’ experience in performing arts venue setting, gallery or hospitality will be an advantage
Specific Experience in a role that will bring a ‘public facing’ advantage to front-line service quality in a public setting including -
Hotel, Hospitality or In-Flight services
Front line support roles Front Desk, Service Hotline and routine service quality monitoring or inspection
Event and Programme roles, ushering and public safety
Public survey, questionnaire and data analysis with presentations
Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, diligent, intellectually curious
Outgoing, friendly and courteous
Good command of spoken and written Cantonese, English and Putonghua. Proficient in other languages will be an advantage
Willing to work according to the internal rotation plan and prepared to work in outdoor areas
Able to work on shift and perform duty during weekends and public holidays
TO APPLY:
Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to our Human Resources Department at recruit@taikwun.hk.