Project Curator: Hawaiʻi Exhibition – The British Museum, London, UK
Salary: £29,734 per annum
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Hours: Full-time, 41 hours per week (including one paid hour for lunch)
Contract Type: Fixed-term (12 months)
Application Deadline: 12pm (midday) on Tuesday 26 November 2024
Role Summary
The British Museum seeks a Project Curator to support the development and delivery of a new temporary exhibition on Hawaiʻi, including associated programming and outputs like publications and digital resources. This role involves working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, contributing to the success of the exhibition through research, project coordination, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Lead Curator and Project Manager in coordinating the Hawaiʻi Exhibition project.
- Collaborate with departments such as Conservation, Collection Care, Learning, and Marketing, as well as external stakeholders and community contributors.
- Manage a digital database of objects and images, ensuring accurate updates and tracking object movements between departments.
- Facilitate communication with lenders and loans officers to gather necessary details on loan objects.
- Conduct background research, community engagement, and image acquisition for the exhibition and publication.
- Oversee new photography coordination and documentation management for the project.
About You
- A degree in art history, anthropology, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and managing digital imagery.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience in museum or gallery settings, particularly in exhibitions or research.
- A collaborative team player with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Benefits at The British Museum
- Generous leave allowance, including 25 days of annual leave (rising to 30 after 10 years), 2.5 privilege days, and bank holidays.
- Membership in the civil service defined benefit pension scheme.
- Free entry to museums and exhibitions across the UK.
- Opportunities for professional development and participation in Museum activities.
- Access to interest-free loans for travel, bicycles, and rental deposits.
- Employee Assistance Programme and discounts on Museum dining and shopping.
The British Museum, a globally renowned institution founded in 1753, offers a remarkable collection spanning over two million years of history and culture, including iconic artifacts like the Rosetta Stone and the Sutton-Hoo finds. This role is a chance to contribute to its mission of preserving and sharing human heritage.
