Job Description: Art and Photography Curators

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote – Worldwide

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Art and Photography Curators to evaluate, select, attribute, and assess artworks and photographs for a specialized project. This role is ideal for professionals with backgrounds in museums, galleries, auction houses, archives, or private collections.

You will review artworks and photographic collections, assess their attribution and historical context, evaluate presentation suitability, and provide clear written explanations for your decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Review individual artworks or collections and select pieces suitable for specific themes, exhibitions, or collections.
2. Assess attribution, dates, mediums, editions, and print types, including vintage and later photographic prints.
3. Identify provenance gaps, questionable attributions, and potential condition or display risks.
4. Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of artwork titles, labels, and descriptions.
5. Flag potential copyright, consent, ownership, or rights-related concerns.
6. Provide concise written explanations supporting curatorial decisions and assessments.

Required Qualifications

1. Professional experience as a Curator, Assistant Curator, Collections or Exhibitions Specialist, Gallery Director, Auction House Specialist, Art or Photo Archivist, or Registrar.
2. Hands-on experience selecting, attributing, displaying, acquiring, or managing artworks and collections.
3. For photography specialists, knowledge of photographic prints, editions, and printing processes.
4. Strong understanding of provenance, artwork evaluation, and exhibition suitability.
5. Ability to explain curatorial decisions and identify questionable attributions.
6. Strong written English communication skills.

Selection Process

1. Application: Submit your resume and a short professional profile.
2. Curation Interview: Complete a brief conversation about your experience with exhibitions, collections, and artwork attribution. No preparation or written assignment is required.
3. Experience Review: Your qualifications will be assessed against the project requirements.
4. Onboarding and Initial Task: Selected candidates will receive project guidelines and complete an initial task for review before proceeding.