Organizer Information
The HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark is a contemporary art institution based in Graz, Austria, recognized for its innovative exhibition programme and international curatorial profile. The institution focuses on presenting Visual Arts within a global contemporary context while maintaining a strong dialogue with regional artistic production in Austria and Central Europe.
Rather than separating local and international perspectives, the institution actively integrates them into a unified curatorial framework. Its programme includes solo exhibitions, thematic group shows, performance-based formats, film series, and discursive events. This multi-format approach positions the institution as a dynamic platform for critical reflection on contemporary artistic practices and their broader cultural implications.
The architectural setting of the late-modern exhibition building, combined with its surrounding park landscape, contributes to a distinctive spatial environment that supports experimental presentation formats. Alongside exhibitions, the institution also develops public programming, publishing activities, and digital communication strategies to extend its curatorial discourse beyond the physical space.
Within this framework, HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark functions as both an exhibition space and a research-driven platform for contemporary art discourse.
Title & Description
Curatorial Assistant Job Graz – HALLE FÜR KUNST
This opportunity is a full-time institutional position for a Curatorial Assistant supporting the curatorial and organisational operations of HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark. The role is embedded in a professional contemporary art institution and contributes directly to the development and implementation of exhibitions and public programmes.
The position is designed for candidates aiming to establish or further develop a career in institutional curating within the field of contemporary art. The assistant will work closely with the artistic leadership and institutional team to support both conceptual and operational aspects of programming.
Key areas of involvement include exhibition planning, production coordination, research support, institutional communication, and public engagement activities. The role also includes participation in editorial work, social media communication, guided tours, and event organisation.
The institution offers an environment where curatorial practice is understood as both intellectual and organisational work, contributing to the development of exhibitions as well as broader discursive frameworks around contemporary Art.
The Role Overview
- Position: Curatorial Assistant
- Institution: HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark
- Contract Type: Employment (permanent/paid staff position)
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week (32 hours possible with adjusted salary)
- Salary: €2,000 gross per month (14 salaries per year)
- Leave: 5 weeks' annual holiday
- Start Date: 1 July 2026
- Reporting to: Artistic/Curatorial leadership and institutional management
- Work Environment: Institutional curatorial team within a contemporary art museum framework
Position & Tasks
The Curatorial Assistant will contribute to multiple institutional workflows, including:
- Supporting Exhibition planning and implementation
- Assisting in curatorial research and conceptual development
- Coordination with artists, curators, and institutional partners
- Writing and editing curatorial and institutional texts
- Managing communication tasks, including social media content
- Supporting public programming such as talks, tours, and events
- Administrative and logistical support for institutional operations
- Assisting in the documentation and dissemination of exhibitions and programmes
- Engaging with the broader field of contemporary Art production
The role requires strong organisational abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary institutional environment.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Curatorial
- Contemporary Art
- Exhibition
- Art Writing
- Research
- Public Presentation
- Institutional Practice
- Media Arts
Eligibility
- Relevant academic background or professional experience in Curatorial practice, art history, or related fields
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work within institutional structures and collaborative teams
- Interest in contemporary and modern Visual Arts
- Fluency in German and English (written and spoken)
- Demonstrated engagement with the contemporary art field through studies, internships, or professional experience
- Reliability, independence, and structured working methods
The position is suitable for early-career professionals seeking institutional experience in the Curatorial and contemporary art sector.
Program Benefits
- Paid institutional employment within an internationally active art institution
- Direct involvement in curatorial production and Exhibition development
- Professional experience in a leading contemporary art institution in Europe
- Exposure to international artists, curators, and institutional networks
- Participation in interdisciplinary programming, including film, performance, and publishing
- Opportunity to develop curatorial, editorial, and organisational skills
- Long-term career development in the field of contemporary Art institutions
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- References / professional documentation
All materials must be submitted in written form via email.
How to Apply?
Applications must be sent via email to: hd@halle-fuer-kunst.at
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 20 May 2026
- Start Date: 1 July 2026
- Notification Date: Not specified
- Contract Duration: Ongoing employment (full-time position)
Location
Graz, Austria
Additional Details
The institution emphasizes a curatorial approach that integrates international and regional perspectives rather than separating them. The Curatorial Assistant will be part of a highly active institutional environment where exhibition-making, research, and public programming are closely interconnected.
The role offers the opportunity to engage with a wide spectrum of contemporary artistic practices including performance, film, and discursive formats. The institution prioritizes candidates who demonstrate both intellectual engagement with contemporary Art and practical organisational competence.