Curatorial Officer (Exhibitions)

Institution: Newcastle Art Gallery – City of Newcastle
Deadline: February 17, 2026
Location: Newcastle, Australia

Newcastle Art Gallery is seeking a Curatorial Officer (Exhibitions) to join its Curatorial and Exhibitions Team at a pivotal moment of growth and renewal. This permanent, full-time role supports the development and delivery of the Gallery’s ambitious artistic program, including temporary exhibitions, offsite projects, new commissions, and collection-based displays.

Working under the direction of the Exhibitions Lead, the successful candidate will play a key coordination role in delivering high-quality exhibitions across local, national, and international contexts, ensuring industry best practice in exhibition development and delivery.

Position Details

• Contract: Permanent, full-time

• Working hours: 35 hours per week

• Salary: $85,470.45 per annum

• Additional benefits:

  • 17.5% annual leave loading

  • 12% superannuation

  • 4 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks personal leave

  • 2 additional paid public holidays

  • Paid parental leave (primary carers)

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Professional development and leadership programs

• Right to live and work in Australia required

Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of temporary exhibitions, offsite projects, and commissions

• Assist artists and curators in realising exhibition projects

• Provide program administration and ensure best practice in exhibition delivery

• Coordinate exhibitions involving loans, new commissions, and the permanent collection

• Contribute to interpretive materials through writing, public talks, and digital content

• Collaborate across Curatorial and Audience teams

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Curatorial and/or exhibitions experience within a gallery or museum context

• Strong organisational and coordination skills

• Experience working with artists and external stakeholders

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to contribute to interpretive and public-facing content

• Commitment to inclusive and community-focused practice