Curatorial Assistant at basis Frankfurt

Organisation: basis Frankfurt e.V.
Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Contract: Fixed-term, part-time (19 hours per week, 50%)
Duration: Two years, with the possibility of extension
Remuneration: €1,230 per month
Start date: 1 or 15 January 2027 (preferred)
Application deadline: 18 November 2026

This listing has been translated from German. Applicants must have C2-level German proficiency and strong written and spoken English.

About the Role

basis Frankfurt e.V. is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support its exhibition programme, events, publications and international exchange initiatives.

Since 2006, basis has supported and presented international contemporary art in Frankfurt am Main. The organisation’s activities centre on three areas: providing affordable working spaces for artists, presenting exhibitions and discursive events, and organising international exchange programmes for emerging artists.

The position offers an opportunity to contribute to the curatorial and organisational activities of an internationally engaged contemporary art institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide curatorial assistance for exhibitions, events, publications and accompanying public programmes.
• Contribute to the conceptual and organisational development of international exchange programmes.
• Support press relations and public communications.
• Assist with general administrative and organisational tasks.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Practical experience in the arts sector, including internships, freelance work or comparable experience.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field.
• The ability to work independently and responsibly.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• C2-level German proficiency and good written and spoken English.

Working Environment

The successful candidate will join a small team with a collaborative working structure, gaining insight into different areas of contemporary art production and institutional operations.

The role provides practical experience across exhibition-making, public programming, international artistic exchange and communications.

basis Frankfurt welcomes applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment.

Image: Courtesy of basis Frankfurt e.V.