Organizer Information
The opportunity is offered by Amant, a contemporary non-profit arts organization based in Brooklyn, New York. Amant is dedicated to advancing experimental and interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary artistic production, operating across Visual Arts, performance, publishing, and public programming. Since its founding in 2019, the institution has positioned itself as a platform for research-driven artistic practices, supporting exhibitions, residencies, and cross-disciplinary cultural exchange within the international contemporary art field.
Title & Description
Associate Curator – Amant, Brooklyn (New York, United States)
This is a full-time curatorial position within Amant’s institutional team, focused on the development, coordination, and execution of exhibitions and public programs across multiple artistic disciplines. The role is embedded in a highly interdisciplinary environment that integrates Visual Arts, literature, performance, film, and music into a unified curatorial framework.
The Associate Curator works closely with the Chief Curator and senior leadership to design exhibition formats, produce editorial and interpretive content, and support the institution’s residency and public engagement programs. The position is both research-driven and production-oriented, requiring strong curatorial vision combined with hands-on exhibition delivery responsibilities.
A key dimension of the role is contributing to Amant’s residency ecosystem, including artist mentorship, studio visits, and the coordination of public presentations within the residency program. The position also involves writing curatorial texts, managing exhibition logistics, and developing collaborative institutional partnerships.
The Role Overview
- Position Type: Full-time
- Contract Type: Employment role
- Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 annually
- Reports To: Chief Curator
- Institution: Amant (non-profit arts organization)
- Key Program Areas: Exhibitions, residencies, public programs, editorial production
- Working Environment: Collaborative curatorial team within a multidisciplinary arts institution
Position & Tasks
- Collaborating with the Chief Curator and curatorial team to develop exhibition concepts aligned with institutional vision
- Designing and refining exhibition formats and editorial content
- Conducting research and managing loan requests, exhibition checklists, and production workflows
- Building and maintaining relationships with artists, collaborators, and cultural partners
- Monitoring and managing program budgets and institutional resources
- Participating in exhibition installation and production processes
- Writing curatorial essays, exhibition texts, wall labels, and interpretive materials
- Developing public programs including lectures, performances, seminars, and workshops
- Supporting residency programming, including artist selection processes and studio visits
- Mentoring artists in residence and supporting public presentation outcomes
- Maintaining active engagement with global contemporary art discourse through research and field engagement
- Representing the institution in professional and public contexts
- Supporting visitor engagement activities, including tours and inquiries
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Curatorial Practice
- Performance
- Film/Video
- Literature
- Music
- Interdisciplinary Arts
- Arts Writing
- Public Programming
- Residency
Eligibility
- Open to experienced curators and cultural practitioners
- Minimum 3–5 years of curatorial experience in museums or cultural institutions
- Postgraduate degree in Art History, Philosophy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Strong professional network in contemporary international art
- Experience working across interdisciplinary artistic fields
- Applicants must have a valid US work permit
- Suitable for mid-career curators with institutional experience
Program Benefits
- Annual salary of $75,000–$85,000
- Full-time institutional employment within a leading contemporary arts organization
- Direct involvement in international curatorial programming and exhibitions
- Access to residency programs and artist networks in New York and abroad
- Opportunities for publication, writing, and editorial production
- Professional development through interdisciplinary curatorial practice
- Collaboration with artists, curators, and cultural institutions globally
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Two writing samples (curatorial or critical texts)
- Portfolio of relevant curatorial projects (recommended)
How to Apply?
Applications must be sent via email: employment@amant.org
Subject line: “Associate Curator 2026”
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
- Start Date: Not specified
- Notification Date: Rolling basis (not specified)
- Interview Period: Rolling, depending on the shortlist
Location
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Additional Details
This position is embedded within a highly interdisciplinary curatorial ecosystem, requiring strong adaptability across artistic formats and institutional structures. The role emphasizes both conceptual curating and practical exhibition delivery, including installation participation and production coordination.
A significant part of the role is dedicated to Amant’s residency program, making it suitable for curators interested in long-term artist development, experimental practice, and international cultural exchange. The institution prioritizes research-led curatorial methodologies and encourages engagement with global contemporary debates in art, criticism, and cultural theory.