Short Description:
Artes Mundi is the key internationally focused flagship visual arts organisation in Wales
generating unique opportunities for individuals and local communities to engage creatively with
the urgent issues of our time in ways which resonate with us all. We are committed to
stimulating dialogue and debates, internationally and locally, that develop greater
understanding of ourselves, of others, and of the relations between familiar and distant
cultures.
In 2025 Artes Mundi will launch AM11, our eleventh biennial exhibition and prize, presenting
groundbreaking international contemporary art in Wales. As the second pan-Wales iteration of
the project, AM11 will take place across four cities with five venue partners.
The Role
Reporting to the Curator of Public Programmes, the Assistant Curator is a key public facing role
for Artes Mundi’s audiences and an important position connecting with the Public Programme
team. This post is designed to assist with logistical planning, content development and creative
delivery for the AM11 Public Programme of events, talks, tours and workshops. A key goal is to
engage audiences, participants and contributors equitably and fully in our work through design
and delivery of activities that are informative, appealing and that create a positive experience.
Responsibilities and tasks through in-person and digital means are to:
- Support in the administration and running of Artes Mundi’s weekly public events, including:
o Assisting with preparing logistics and process for all events
o Liaising with event contributors and Engagement Producers
o Assisting with communication and marketing through social media
o Managing ticket bookings
o Arranging access support for audiences and contributors
o Providing technical support on online platforms including Zoom, Instagram,
Facebook, Youtube and Vimeo
o Support with collecting feedback and evaluation data - Lead daily and one-off guided tours for the general public and pre-booked groups
Assist in running family activities at weekends and during school holidays - Assist in running activity for primary and secondary schools, colleges and universities.
- Collect audience feedback and contribute towards the evaluation of the Public Programme
- Liaise and plan with the Curator of Public Programmes and broader Artes Mundi team
Venue Partners and Working Locations
Our venue partners for AM11 include: - Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Aberystwyth
- Chapter, Cardiff
- Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, Swansea
- Mostyn, Llandudno
- National Museum Cardiff
Application Requirements:
Candidates should apply for this role using the Application Form and Equal Opportunities
Monitoring Form and submit by email to opportunities@artesmundi.org quoting Assistant
Curator of Public Programmes in the subject line. Alternative options for application are
detailed in the guide notes in this document.
Eligibility:
We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate a commitment to engaging the widest of
groups and communities with contemporary visual arts. This may involve challenging ideas and
issues, but we are keen to hear from people who can imaginatively and creatively deal with this
through generating ideas toward stimulating and informative activities. We want to work with
people who:
- Are open, curious and passionate about culture, the arts and communities in Wales
- Are interested in sharing their ideas and are interested in listening to other’s
- Enjoy learning new things and taking on challenges
- Can work independently but are comfortable asking for support and guidance
This role will be primarily supported by the Curator of Public Programmes but you will also have
contact with and be supported by the whole Artes Mundi team.
Essential skills and knowledge includes: - Planning, organising and coordinating imaginative and creative events and resources
- Producing finished projects while meeting timelines
- Analysing, prioritising and organising their work independently as well as working as part
of a team - Excellent presentation and communication skills, including writing for a range of levels
with individuals of all ages and the ability to converse with a wide range of audiences - Working with people from different backgrounds across a wide range of levels and
responsibilities - An understanding of the social model of disability and ideas about how it can be applied
to working with artists, contributors and audiences - Enjoying learning new things and taking on challenges
- The ability to prioritise and work on multiple tasks at the same time
- Being passionate about culture and the arts, and their role in society
- Having good knowledge and computer skills including MS Office package including
Word, Outlook and Excel
In addition, desirable knowledge and skills for this role include: - Having good knowledge and skills for online platforms including Zoom, Eventbrite,
Instagram, Facebook, Youtube and Vimeo - Experience or understanding of how to work with children and young people
- Experience or understanding of how to work with schools and colleges
Program Benefits or Awards:
The Assistant Curator in Public Programmes post will be a freelance position, with a fee of
£25,500 which equates to £250 per day, 3 days per week for 34 weeks. To be paid in monthly
instalments by invoice.
Typical working hours are 9.30am-5.30pm. The post holder will be asked to deliver and
undertake work on some evenings and weekends. Appropriate notice will be given. This post
involves working with children and vulnerable adults.
Your offer of employment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and
Barring Services (DBS). Failure to reveal information relating to any convictions could lead to
withdrawal of an offer of employment.
Entry Fee: none
Location: Wales
Deadline: Monday 28 July at 6pm
Website link:
https://artesmundi.org/we-are-hiring-assistant-curator-of-public-programmes-2025/
