Organizer Information
The University Museum and Art Gallery (UMAG) is a public cultural institution affiliated with a major academic university in Hong Kong. It functions as both a museum and a research-driven art gallery, presenting exhibitions, educational initiatives, and public engagement programmes that connect art history, contemporary curatorial practice, and academic scholarship.
UMAG plays a significant role in Hong Kong’s cultural ecosystem by combining museum-based research, exhibition-making, and community education. Its programming spans historical collections, contemporary exhibitions, and interdisciplinary educational outreach, positioning it as a hybrid institution bridging academia and the public art sector.
Title & Description
Senior Curatorial Assistant / Curatorial Assistant — University Museum and Art Gallery (UMAG)
This is a Job opportunity for a Senior Curatorial Assistant / Curatorial Assistant at UMAG, focused on Curatorial support, public engagement, and educational programming. The role is designed for professionals working at the intersection of museum communication, digital content, and exhibition-based education.
The position emphasises external communication strategy, audience development, and educational programme design. The selected candidate will support UMAG’s exhibitions through content creation, public programming, and digital outreach while contributing to the institution’s broader curatorial and educational mission.
The role is offered on a two-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal based on performance.
The Role Overview
- Position Type: Full-time (Job)
- Contract Type: Fixed-term (2 years, renewable)
- Reporting To: Museum / Gallery management team (UMAG)
- Salary: Competitive (based on qualifications and experience)
- Programme Area: Museum communications, public engagement, educational programming
- Institution Type: University museum and art gallery
- Start Date: As soon as possible
Position & Tasks
1. External Communications & Public Engagement
- Manage UMAG’s website content and digital communication strategy
- Oversee social media content planning and execution
- Monitor and analyze engagement performance across platforms
- Produce exhibition-related communication materials (press releases, promotional content, multimedia assets)
- Maintain relationships with external cultural partners and stakeholders
2. Educational Programming
- Develop and implement exhibition-related educational programmes
- Contribute to the exhibition Curatorial development
- Design and support public learning initiatives
- Organize guided tours and audience engagement activities
3. Institutional Support
- Assist in curatorial and exhibition planning processes
- Contribute to museum communication strategy and outreach initiatives
- Support cross-departmental coordination between education and curatorial teams
Categories
- Curatorial
- Art Management
- Educations
- Visual Arts
- Art Administration
- Media Arts
- Digital
- Cultural Management
Eligibility
- Applicants with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in museum studies, cultural management, digital content, or related fields
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience (for senior level)
- Experience in museums, galleries, academic institutions, or cultural organizations
- Strong knowledge of art historical terminology and Curatorial methodologies
- Proficiency in digital tools (Zoom, Teams, Word, Excel, Canva, PowerPoint)
- Fluency in English and Chinese (written and spoken)
- Cantonese fluency and Putonghua proficiency required
Program Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Contract-end gratuity (up to 10% of basic salary)
- University retirement benefits scheme contribution
- Annual leave and medical benefits
- Opportunity to work within a major academic museum institution
- Hands-on experience in museum Curatorial communication and public programming
- Professional development in cultural education and exhibition engagement
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Updated CV
- Online application form submission
- Professional experience documentation
- Relevant academic qualifications
- Submission of application via official university portal
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 3 July 2026
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Contract Duration: 2 years (renewable)
- Review Period: Rolling review until position is filled
Location
Hong Kong (University Museum and Art Gallery — UMAG)
Additional Details
- Equal opportunities employer with strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Role combines Curatorial, educational, and digital communication responsibilities
- Strong emphasis on bilingual communication (English and Chinese)
- Position requires both independent work and cross-department collaboration
- Museum environment integrating academic research and public cultural programming