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Lead Curator - Digital Art & New Media

WC1X 1AA London, London £50000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a globally renowned contemporary art institution dedicated to showcasing innovative and cutting-edge artistic practices, is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Curator specializing in Digital Art and New Media. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage your curatorial work from anywhere in the UK. You will be responsible for developing and executing a dynamic exhibition program, managing a significant collection of digital artworks, and fostering engagement with artists, audiences, and scholars in the field. This role requires a profound understanding of contemporary art history, digital technologies, and the evolving landscape of new media art.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conceptualize, research, and organize major exhibitions and public programs focused on digital art, video art, net art, AI-generated art, and other new media practices.
  • Acquire, conserve, and manage a growing collection of digital and new media artworks, ensuring proper preservation strategies are in place.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with emerging and established digital artists, galleries, and institutions worldwide.
  • Write compelling curatorial statements, exhibition essays, catalogue contributions, and other interpretive materials.
  • Engage with audiences through talks, tours, panel discussions, and online content.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including education, marketing, and development, to support exhibition and program goals.
  • Stay abreast of critical discourse, technological advancements, and artistic trends in digital art and new media.
  • Oversee budget management for exhibitions and collection-related projects.
  • Contribute to the strategic planning and vision for the institution's engagement with digital art.
  • Advise on digital infrastructure and technological requirements for presenting and preserving new media art.
  • Supervise and mentor assistant curators or interns as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Art History, Curatorial Studies, Media Studies, or a related field, with a specialization in digital art or new media.
  • Minimum of 6 years of curatorial experience, with a demonstrated track record of organizing significant exhibitions and managing collections of digital or new media art.
  • In-depth knowledge of art history, critical theory, and the technical aspects of digital art production and preservation.
  • Strong research, writing, and public speaking skills.
  • Established network within the international digital art community.
  • Experience with digital preservation techniques and technologies.
  • Proficiency in project management and budget oversight.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and shape the future of digital art at a leading cultural institution, working remotely from your base near London, England, UK .
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