Biennale of Sydney

• The First Nations Assistant Curator will work with First Nations and non-Indigenous artists, providing a unique opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading international contemporary artists, studios and gallerists.
• The First Nations Assistant Curator will work collaboratively with the Assistant Curator and will be responsible for curatorial research and writing of exhibition texts such as work labels, wall texts, and the exhibition guide.
• Additionally, this role will work across all aspects of exhibition planning and delivery, including but not limited to, administration and coordination of artist projects, venue liaison, artwork and exhibition production, exhibition scheduling and budgeting, installation and de-installation of artworks, and ensuring at all times the safe and highest-level presentation of artworks for the duration of the exhibition.

KEY SKILLS

• The position requires strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Working collaboratively to tight deadlines, the position also requires flexibility, the ability to take initiative, problem-solve and prioritise complex and competing responsibilities, a conscientious and energetic disposition and a passion for contemporary art and working with artists.
• The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated team of specialist staff; delivering one of the world’s leading contemporary visual arts events.
• This is an Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977; as such, Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role.

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