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Art Curator & Exhibitions Manager
226001 Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
₹700000 Annually
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Our client, a prestigious cultural institution in **Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IN**, is seeking a visionary Art Curator and Exhibitions Manager. This dynamic role is responsible for developing and executing captivating art exhibitions, managing the permanent collection, and fostering community engagement with the arts. The ideal candidate will have a profound knowledge of art history, curatorial practices, and exhibition design. You will be instrumental in conceptualizing exhibition themes, researching and selecting artworks, writing exhibition texts, and coordinating all aspects of exhibition installation and deinstallation. Responsibilities extend to budget management for exhibitions, artist and lender relations, and the acquisition of new artworks. The role demands creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and strong project management skills. You will work closely with artists, galleries, collectors, and internal teams, including education, marketing, and conservation, to ensure successful exhibition outcomes. A Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in curatorial work and exhibition planning, is essential. Strong research, writing, and public speaking abilities are crucial. Familiarity with collections management software and conservation principles is also highly valued. This position offers the opportunity to shape the artistic direction of our client and contribute significantly to the cultural landscape of the region. The role is primarily based on-site to facilitate direct engagement with the collection, exhibitions, and stakeholders, ensuring the highest standards of presentation and preservation.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, develop, and implement engaging art exhibitions.
- Research and select artworks for exhibitions, drawing from both the permanent collection and external loans.
- Write catalogue essays, wall texts, and other interpretive materials for exhibitions.
- Manage exhibition budgets, schedules, and logistical planning from conception to deinstallation.
- Build and maintain relationships with artists, galleries, collectors, and lenders.
- Oversee the care, cataloguing, and research of the permanent art collection.
- Collaborate with marketing and education departments to promote exhibitions and related programming.
- Contribute to the acquisition of new artworks for the collection.
- Ensure artworks are handled, installed, and conserved according to best practices.
- Master's degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Museum Studies, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in curatorial work and exhibition management.
- Demonstrated expertise in (mention specific art period/style, e.g., Indian Modern Art, Contemporary Sculpture).
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
- Experience with collections management software (e.g., TMS, PastPerfect).
- Familiarity with art conservation principles.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
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