Curator

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Metro Arts is Seeking a Curator

Contract: Fixed-term, 1 year (with possibility of renewal)
Hours: Part-time, 0.6 FTE
Salary: AUD 70,000–80,000 pro rata + superannuation
Start Date: Mid-May 2026 (ideal)
Location: West End, Brisbane, Queensland (with some work at Norman Park)
Deadline: April 6, 2026 (10:00am AEST)

Metro Arts is seeking a Curator to support the design and delivery of its annual exhibition programme. Reporting to the CEO, the Curator works closely with artists, freelance curators, and partner organisations to deliver exhibitions, public programmes, and residencies aligned with Metro Arts’ vision for contemporary and experimental practice.

The organisation is currently undertaking a strategic transformation in preparation for its 50th anniversary and Brisbane’s Cultural Olympiad leading into the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Key Responsibilities

Curatorial Exhibitions

Curate and project manage a year-round exhibitions programme
Collaborate with artists and external curators to deliver exhibitions on scope, timeline, and budget
Act as Project Manager on selected externally led exhibitions
Represent Metro Arts within the visual arts sector

Public Programmes

Design and deliver public activities supporting artistic practice and audience development
Collaborate across teams to align programmes with organisational goals

Residencies

Coordinate and support the residency programme
Facilitate studio visits and sector engagement opportunities
Contribute to long-term exhibition and programme planning

Artist Development

Support artists in clarifying goals, project plans, and funding strategies
Assist with grant applications and reporting
Strengthen artist visibility and sector profile

Project Management & Operations

Oversee exhibition installations and WHS compliance
Manage delivery budgets
Supervise freelance technicians and interns when required
Maintain gallery standards

Partnerships & Fundraising

Contribute to fundraising and grant writing
Maintain stakeholder and donor relationships
Coordinate evaluation processes

Candidate Profile

Essential

Degree-level education or equivalent experience
Minimum five years’ experience as a curator
Strong networks in the Queensland and national arts sector
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative working style
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Desirable

Experience in the small-to-medium arts sector
Fundraising and stakeholder engagement experience

Working Conditions

5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
Hybrid option: work from home one day per fortnight (after probation)
Some evening and weekend work required
On-site parking available by negotiation

Applications must include CV, cover letter (max. 2 pages addressing selection criteria), and three referees. Interviews will take place from April 13, 2026.