BIENNALE OF SYDNEY
The Biennale of Sydney acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country, in particular the Gadigal people on whose land the Biennale of Sydney is located. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture and pay our respect to Elders, past, present and emerging.
The Biennale of Sydney is one of the leading international contemporary art events. It plays an indispensable role in Australia’s engagement with the world, and a meaningful role in the life of the nation. The Biennale presents the most dynamic contemporary art from around the globe in venues across Sydney with exhibitions that ignite and surprise people, sparking dialogue, cultivating connections and inspiring action through meaningful, shared arts experiences. The Biennale of Sydney amplifies the voices of artists and tell the stories of our global communities, as they drive momentum for lasting cultural change.
Established in 1973, it is the third oldest biennial in the world after Venice and São Paulo and the largest exhibition of its kind in Australia. The Biennale of Sydney has commissioned and presented exceptional works of art by more than 1,900 national and international artists from more than 100 countries.
WORKING FOR THE BIENNALE OF SYDNEY
The Biennale of Sydney fosters a collaborative and respectful workplace culture, with a team as diverse as the exhibitions we present and the audiences who experience them. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability and those who have diverse experiences of our world to join the Biennale of Sydney team.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you are applying for a position and have support or access requirements, let us know in your application or by contacting the nominated person in the advertisement.
The Biennale of Sydney believes that art should be accessible to all. Thanks to our generous supporters, our exhibitions are presented with free admission for all to enjoy. For our employees, we provide professional development opportunities to enrich and develop your love of the arts while valuing the specific skills and experiences you bring to the Biennale of Sydney. As a not-for-profit organisation, we also offer salary packaging options.
APPLYING FOR THE ROLE
Applications marked ‘Confidential’ and addressing the selection criteria must be received by 5pm on 14th July 2023.
Your application must include:
- a cover letter outlining how you meet the selection criteria;
- a current CV; and
- the names and daytime contacts of at least two (2) professional referees.
Email to: employment@biennaleofsydney.com.au
Subject line: Application | Assistant Curator
Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.
ROLE STATEMENT
Position Title: Assistant Curator
Department: Production & Exhibitions
Reporting to: Exhibitions Manager
Direct Reports: N/A
Remuneration range: $77,350 – $82,875 inclusive of superannuation.
Contract term: Full time fixed term contract position until 31 December 2024 (with the possibility of extension)
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will be part of a highly motivated team of specialist staff; delivering one of the world’s leading contemporary visual arts events.
The Assistant Curator will work with the Production & Exhibitions team to successfully deliver the 24th Biennale of Sydney (2024) to the highest of international exhibition standards. This role will work across all aspects of exhibition planning and delivery including but not limited to administration and coordination of artist projects, venue liaison, artwork and exhibition production, exhibition scheduling and budgeting, installation and de-installation of artworks, and ensuring at all times the safe and highest-level presentation of artworks for the duration of the exhibition.
The Assistant Curator is responsible for curatorial research and writing of exhibition texts such as work labels, wall texts, and the exhibition guide, possessing excellent writing and research skills.
The position requires strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Working collaboratively to tight deadlines, the position also requires flexibility, the ability to take initiative, problem-solve and prioritise complex and competing responsibilities, a conscientious and energetic disposition and a passion for contemporary art and working with artists.
The position reports to the Exhibitions Manager.
