Institution: Gropius Bau / KBB – Kulturveranstaltungen des Bundes in Berlin GmbH
Location: Berlin, Germany
Department: Curatorial Department / Exhibitions
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term (01.07.2026–31.12.2027)
Salary: TVöD E8
Deadline: April 19, 2026
The Gropius Bau is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support the preparation and realization of the major exhibition KEITH HARING LIVES (AT), scheduled for autumn 2027. The institution is part of KBB – Kulturveranstaltungen des Bundes in Berlin GmbH, which also includes the Berlin International Film Festival and the Haus der Kulturen der Welt. The role supports a large-scale, internationally oriented curatorial project focused on the legacy and contemporary relevance of Keith Haring.
The Curatorial Assistant supports the curatorial team in the conceptual, research, and organisational development of a major institutional exhibition. The role involves close collaboration with internal departments, international museums, lenders, and external partners, contributing to both content development and production workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Support curatorial development and conceptual preparation of the exhibition
- Conduct research and gather materials on artists, artworks, and related themes
- Assist in planning and implementing exhibition components
- Coordinate communication with guest curators, museums, galleries, and collections internationally
- Support scheduling, timelines, and project management tasks
- Assist in developing live programme and institutional collaborations
- Contribute to editorial work for exhibition texts and publications
Candidate Profile
- Degree in art history, cultural studies, exhibition design, scenography, or related field
- Experience (internship or traineeship) in international museums or exhibition institutions preferred
- Knowledge of curatorial processes and exhibition production workflows
- Strong interest in Keith Haring and contemporary artistic practices
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Team-oriented, proactive, and detail-focused working style
- Sensitivity to queer politics and diversity
- Fluent German and English (CEFR C1 required)
- Strong command of MS Office / MS Teams
This call has been translated from German. Proficiency in German is likely essential; please contact the employer if unsure.
