About Wysing Arts Centre
Founded in 1989, Wysing Arts Centre stands as a beacon for artistic imagination and creativity in a rural setting. The Centre offers subsidized studios, accommodation for visiting artists, and a variety of creative spaces. It’s known for empowering artists and the public to take creative risks.
Position Overview: Curator
Wysing Arts Centre seeks a Curator for its Studios and Residencies Programs. This crucial role involves planning and implementing artist development programs and events that align with Wysing’s vision and funders’ priorities. The Curator will also work to enhance the Centre’s visibility and outreach.
Job Description
- Program Development: Collaborate with the Director and Deputy Director to plan and execute Wysing’s artistic programs.
- Artist Support: Offer development opportunities and support for studio holders and resident artists.
- Digital Strategy: Manage digital content strategies in collaboration with the Digital Producer.
- Public Engagement: Create opportunities for new audiences to interact with Wysing’s programs.
- Communication: Oversee the production of promotional materials and maintain accessible communication standards.
- Team Collaboration: Attend and lead meetings, manage staff, and contribute to professional development and program evaluation.
Position Details
- Salary: £30,000 per year
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with some evening and weekend work
- Location: Wysing Arts Centre, Fox Road, Bourn, Cambridge
- Contract: Permanent, subject to a three-month review
- Reporting to: Director
Person Specification
- Essential Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and administrative abilities, and a deep understanding of contemporary art trends.
- Experience: Proven track record working with artists and within the visual arts sector.
- Desirable: Experience in an arts organization and knowledge of digital media platforms.
How to Apply & Recruitment Process
- Deadline for Applications: 5 pm on Friday 12 January 2024.
- Application Portal: Submit via text, audio, or video through the Submittable portal.
- Interview Date: Expected to be on Tuesday 23 January 2024.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Wysing Arts Centre embraces diversity and is especially interested in applications from underrepresented groups in the arts sector. Flexible working arrangements and job shares are supported.
For more details on the application process, visit Wysing Arts Centre’s website.
