Translation from German:
Curatorial Assistant (Full-Time)
Art Association for the Rhineland and Westphalia, Düsseldorf
The Art Association for the Rhineland and Westphalia, Düsseldorf seeks a Curatorial Assistant to start on May 1, 2024. This position may start earlier by agreement.
Founded in 1829, the Düsseldorf Art Association emphasizes young and emerging artists’ promotion. It hosts solo debuts and thematic group exhibitions on contemporary art trends. Discussions, talks, and artist conversations complement these exhibitions. The association operates from the Kunsthalle Düsseldorf at Grabbeplatz.
Ideal Candidate
The association looks for a knowledgeable and committed Curatorial Assistant with a deep understanding of contemporary art. The assistant will manage various exhibition-related tasks independently. The role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, teamwork, a keen sense of current discourses, and a passion for diverse art association activities.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate on ambitious exhibition projects and programs. Tasks include research, preparation, assistance with new productions, and coordination with the technical team.
- Handle loans, contracts, international transports, condition reports, budgeting, and fundraising.
- Manage press and public relations. Update websites, produce newsletters, coordinate print media, and create press materials. The assistant will also handle correspondence and proofread texts in German and English.
- Develop and participate in innovative event formats.
- Conduct art education activities, including tours in German and English.
- Oversee annual gift production and booklet coordination, collaborating with artists and other professionals.
Requirements
- A university degree in Art History, Curatorial Studies, or related fields.
- Preferably completed an academic internship or have several years of experience in a similar role.
- Extensive knowledge of contemporary art and its discourses.
- Independent, structured, and precise work ethic. The candidate should be reliable, a team player, and an effective communicator.
- Proficiency in German and English, both spoken and written.
- Familiarity with Office programs and Adobe Creative Suite.
The Art Association offers a dynamic work environment, encouraging independence and teamwork. The role provides insights into the art association’s workings and the processes of a contemporary art institution.
Interested candidates should send their applications (cover letter, CV, and certificates) in PDF format to klumpp@kunstverein-duesseldorf.de by February 18, 2024. For inquiries, contact Jasmin Klumpp at 0211 21074211.
