Organizer Information
The Pulitzer Arts Foundation, located in the Grand Center Arts District of St. Louis, Missouri, is a renowned art museum presenting contemporary and historical art from around the world. Housed in the celebrated Tadao Ando-designed museum, the institution emphasizes thoughtful exhibitions, artist commissions, and a wide range of interdisciplinary public programs. The foundation serves as both a cultural and civic asset, offering free access to its campus and fostering engagement with local and international audiences. Its curatorial department oversees all exhibitions, programs, and special projects while maintaining a commitment to experimentation, innovation, and public discourse.Title & Description
Associate Curator – Pulitzer Arts Foundation, St. Louis
The Pulitzer Arts Foundation invites applications for a full-time Associate Curator to lead and develop artist commissions, exhibitions, and interdisciplinary public programs. This position is designed for professionals passionate about contemporary art, curatorial practices, and engaging diverse audiences. The role combines strategic planning, public engagement, and artistic leadership to advance the foundation’s mission and create a robust curatorial platform connecting local, national, and global perspectives.Role Overview
- Position: Associate Curator
- Contract Type: Full-time / Exempt
- Reports To: Senior Curator
- Salary: Minimum $75,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Benefits: Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; SIMPLE IRA with employer match; paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick leave, and parental leave; hybrid work policy; access to cultural institutions; professional development opportunities.
Position & Tasks
The Associate Curator will:- Conceive, plan, and execute artist commissions, exhibitions, and special projects that activate the museum campus.
- Collaborate with the Senior Curator on public art initiatives, site-specific activations, and temporary installations.
- Co-develop and manage curatorial convenings, symposia, and study days connecting thought leaders and stakeholders.
- Produce interdisciplinary public programs, including talks, panels, performances, concerts, and screenings.
- Conduct and supervise research supporting exhibitions, artist commissions, and programs.
- Ensure accuracy and accessibility of interpretive materials, marketing content, and educational resources.
- Manage budgets, timelines, and resources in collaboration with internal departments.
- Represent the museum publicly, fostering relationships with curators, galleries, artists, and cultural organizations.
- Supervise Public Programs staff and coordinate logistics for site visits, symposia, and artist engagements.
- Participate actively in professional discourse within the museum and arts sectors.
Categories
Curatorial, Visual Arts, Performance, Public Programs, Artist Commissions, Contemporary Art, Interdisciplinary ArtsEligibility
- Professional curators or art administrators with minimum five years of curatorial experience within museums or comparable institutions.
- Knowledge of contemporary art and ability to connect local and global artistic practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with artists to realize new works or site-specific commissions.
- Interest in advancing the civic and cultural role of arts institutions.
Program Benefits
- Competitive salary starting at $75,000/year.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, and retirement contributions.
- Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
- Access to St. Louis cultural institutions.
- Professional development opportunities in curatorial leadership.
- Opportunity to design exhibitions, artist commissions, and public programs impacting local and global audiences.
- Collaborative work environment fostering experimentation and interdisciplinary programming.
Application Fee
NoneApplication Requirements
- Cover letter and resume/CV combined into a single document.
- Demonstrated portfolio of previous curatorial work or professional achievements in museum/arts administration.
- Clear articulation of experience in producing public programs, exhibitions, or artist commissions.
How to Apply?
Online ApplicationKey Dates
- Application Deadline: Remain open until filled
Location
St. Louis, United StatesAdditional Details
- The position supports intellectual and professional experimentation across disciplines.
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet 100% of the qualifications.
- Works in this role contribute to the foundation’s civic mission, connecting exhibitions and public programs to the local and international community.