Open call for a new Director of the Bonner Kunstverein

For over 50 years, the Bonner Kunstverein has actively engaged in promoting innovative directions in contemporary art, both nationally and internationally. As a platform that engages in art discourses, it encourages current artistic positions and opens the possibilities for experimental means of expression. In addition to the core exhibitions, the Kunstverein hosts a dynamic program including public tours, artists’ talks, lectures and presentations.

The board is currently seeking a new Director who has maintained close connections to the contemporary art world and has a proven expertise in the organization of pioneering exhibitions. An ideal candidate would offer independent leadership to continue a strong tradition of innovative artistic programs that gain considerable recognition nationally and internationally.

The director’s primary focus will be on the curatorial concepts and realization of exhibitions, promotion of emerging artists, communication of the exhibition programs, members services and the production of publications. A dedicated and effective team is the basis for the success of ambitious programs and the administrative responsibility of the future director. Therefore, interested candidates should have experience in the management of the institution’s staff, in addition to organizational management, communication skills, demonstrated experience in fundraising, budget planning and cultural/political dialogues. Excellent German proficiency in written and spoken fluency is required.

To apply, please send a Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages), a list of previous exhibitions and publications (max. 5 pages), a list of previous financial support received for exhibition projects (max. 2 pages) and a draft of a potential exhibition program (max. 2 pages) in exclusively digital (email-friendly compressed) form by May 24, 2019 to s.mierzwiak@bonner-kunstverein.de

Bonner Kunstverein e.V.
Attn: Prof. Henning Boecker, Chairman of the Board
Hochstadenring22
D-53119 Bonn

For further information on the Bonner Kunstverein please visit: www.bonner-kunstverein.de

For specific queries, please contact Susanne Mierzwiak: (0)228 693936