Short Description
Bruges Triennial 2027, organized by Brugge Plus vzw, is seeking an experienced curator or curatorial collective specializing in architecture and/or visual arts to lead the artistic program of its fifth edition. The selected curator will conceptualize and organize an open-air exhibition featuring approximately ten large-scale installations that respond to contemporary urban challenges. The role includes overseeing artist selection, exhibition curation, and engagement with public spaces while integrating Bruges’ historical and cultural identity.
Selection Process
Evaluation of application materials
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and curatorial exercise.
Theme:
The exhibition will feature monumental works integrated into Bruges’ urban landscape, addressing present and future challenges of Bruges and other key global cities.
Eligibility
Open to curators (individuals or collectives) active in contemporary
have an active and relevant (inter)national network in architecture and/or visual arts, more specifically in new creation in public spaces.
Minimum five years of experience in large-scale exhibitions, artistic interventions, or public art events
Strong network in the visual arts and architecture fields
Fluency in English (Dutch proficiency is preferred but not mandatory)
Brugge Plus places more importance on people’s qualities and competencies than on age, sex, gender, nationality, origin, sexual orientation, disability, religion or worldview.
Program Benefits:
Contract: Negotiable in terms of status and duration
Salary: Based on the CLA 329.01 scale (B1b, dependent on experience)
Additional Benefits:
Group insurance
Meal vouchers
Collective hospitalization insurance
Opportunity to work within an ambitious and supportive team
The chance to curate a high-profile international public art exhibition
How to Apply
Send a motivation letter and CV to hr@bruggeplus.be no later than 10am on Monday 24 March 2025.
The selection procedure consists of two phases. Initial screening will take place based on CV and motivation letter. An invitation to interview and a pre-arranged exercise will then follow. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 22 April 2025.
Entry Fee:
None
Location:
Bruges, Belgium
Deadline:
March 24, 2025, at 10 AM (CET)
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