Members Resources
Welcome to our dedicated hub for members resources. Here, you’ll find exclusive tools, guides, and insights designed to support your work as a curator and inspire new ideas.
Open Call Checklist: 18 Questions to Ask Before You Publish
This checklist is designed to help organisations, curators, galleries, publishers and arts professionals review an open call before it goes live.
–> Access the Open Call Checklist 18 Questions to Ask Before You Publish
–> Read the article How to Write an Open Call That People Actually Want to Apply To
Institution Mapping Worksheet for Arts Interviews
This worksheet is designed to help you analyse institutional priorities, networks, curatorial directions and organisational culture before an interview or application
–> Access the Institution Mapping Worksheet
–> Read the article How to Research an Art Institution Before an Interview
Checklist: Are You Ready for a Curatorial Career Beyond Museums?
This checklist helps you assess your readiness to work as a curator in beyond museums. Use it as a self-audit, a portfolio development guide, or a planning tool for your next career move.
–> Access the Checklist; Are You Ready for a Curatorial Career Beyond Museums?
–> Read the article Curatorial Career Paths Outside Museums
Curatorial Writing Voice Guide
This guide offers practical strategies to help you adapt your curatorial voice across different contexts.
–> Access the Curatorial Writing Voice Guide
–> Read the article Writing for Different Audiences: Adapting the Curatorial Voice
The Curator’s Public Speaking Framework
This framework is designed to help you approach public speaking with clarity, confidence, and care.
–> Access the Curator’s Public Speaking Framework
–> Read more about the Public Speaking for Curators in this article.
WEBINAR: C is for CONTRACT: W.A.G.E. on Working Conditions and Fair Pay for Freelance Curators
Join Lise Soskolne for a presentation on W.A.G.E. followed by a participatory discussion about the conditions of freelance curatorial labor both in and outside the United States.
–> Access the recording of the webinar.
–> Read more about the CFC Members’ webinar on our blog.
Curatorial Cover Letter Cheat Sheet
This cheat sheetis designed to help you structure, refine, and tailor your cover letters with confidence.
–> Access the Resource: Curatorial Cover Letter Cheat Sheet.
–> Read more about Mastering the Cover Letter: A Curator’s Guide to Standing Out.
Checklist: Is your Programme Mental Health-Inclusive?
Whether you’re planning a new initiative or reviewing an existing one, this checklist can help you strengthen accessibility, ethics, partnerships, and impact.
–> Access the Checklist: Is Your Programme Mental Health-Inclusive?
–> Read more about The Role of Art Organizations in Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing.
WEBINAR: Using Instagram as a Curator with Sophie Nowakowska
This webinar explores how curators use Instagram to create their public image, network, and engage with audiences.
–> Access the recording of the webinar.
–> Read more about the CFC Members’ webinar on our blog.
Fundraising Strategy Builder
This resource will guide you through different fundraising strategies.
–> Access the Fundraising Strategy Builder here.
–> Read more about Effective Fundraising Techniques for Non-Profit Art Organizations.
Exhibition Planning Toolkit
This toolkit is will help you plan your exhibition from start to finish.
–> Access the Exhibition Planning toolkit here.
–> Read more about Exhibition Planning in this blog article.
Curatorial Research Planning Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to equip you with practical advice, planning your research, defining its focus and selecting a methodology.
–> Access the Curatorial Research Planning Toolkit
–> Read more about Practical Strategies for Curatorial Research.
Curatorial Proposal Template
This template is designed to help you articulate your vision effectively, ensuring your submissions stand out to institutions and funders.
–> Access the Curatorial Proposal Template.
–> Read more about crafting compelling curatorial proposals here.
Curatorial Project Planner Template
This template breaks down key stages to align your project with your vision, goals, and logistics.
–> Access the Curatorial Project Planner Template.
–> Read more about effective project management for curators here.
Job Application Checklist
A step-by-step guide to crafting standout applications and securing your next curatorial role.
–> Access the Job Application Checklist.
–> Read more about navigating the job market as a curator here.
Curatorial Interview Guide
This guide offers practical advice, common interview questions, and effective responses tailored to job interviews for curatorial positions.
–> Access the Curatorial Interview Guide.
–> Read more about how to prepare for an interview here.
21-Day Curatorial Skill-Building Challenge
A workbook with exercises focused on practical, real-world challenges curators face, including research, concept development, and audience engagement.
–> Access the 21-Day Curatorial Skill-Building Challenge.
–> Read more about continuing education and professional development here.
Curatorial CV Template
A customizable Canva CV template for curators presenting your curatorial experience in a clean, professional format.
–> Access the Canva template here.
–> Read more about crafting a curator resumé here.