Tai Kwun 大館招聘

Senior Curator – International Contemporary Art

Job Description:

Support the Head of Art in devising long-term programming strategies to advance Tai Kwun Contemporary as one of the leading contemporary art centres in Asia
Conceive, develop and curate contemporary art exhibitions for Tai Kwun and to devise extension programs for deeper audience engagement
Contribute a current, up-to-date and authoritative knowledge of global developments in contemporary art to complement the Art Department’s existing expertise in Chinese and Asian contemporary art, to ensure a balanced and dynamic annual program
Liaise with artists for all aspects of public outreach and art commissions include planning, production, launch and communication
Collaborate with the Exhibition Management Team to oversee the development, implementation, and potential touring of exhibitions
Provide curatorial inputs to internal teams especially communications, marketing, development publication, learning and operations. Ensure timely sharing of planning and programming with colleagues across the organisation to facilitate early preparation and smooth operations
Maintain strong partnerships and working relationships with artists, external organizations and curators by responding to queries and providing solutions. Explore opportunities for international collaboration and exchange
Support the Head of Development in aligning future programming with sponsorship opportunities and identifying potential philanthropic support

Requirements:

Degree in Art History, Art, Cultural Management or relevant disciplines
Minimum 10 years’ of curatorial experience in art exhibitions, art management and art curation. Must have a demonstrable history of curating successful contemporary exhibitions which display depth of content and imaginative curatorial flair
Proven experience in project work and coordinating various aspects of exhibitions or programs, with close attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
Strong leadership ability to build and manage a high-performing team and cultivate relationships with a wide range of individuals
Advanced communication skills, especially in public speaking and media interviews
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, with the ability to effectively engage academic and non-academic audiences at all levels
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Good knowledge of artwork handling and conservation

TO APPLY

We have a keen eye for talent and derive immense satisfaction in identifying individuals with the right skills and helping them realise their full potential. Our dedication lies in cultivating a dynamic and harmonious work environment, where we inspire and nurture our employees’ professional growth. Our objective is to assemble an exceptional team that embodies the vision of Tai Kwun.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to our Human Resources Department at recruit@taikwun.hk.