Artistic Director Curator Contemporary Art

Shape contemporary art and craft programming at the Art Gallery of Burlington through curatorial leadership, collections stewardship and community connection.Reporting to the Executive Director, the Artistic Director and Curator leads AGB’s artistic program and serves on its Senior Leadership Team. The role develops exhibitions, guides collections priorities, curates selected projects and mentors curatorial staff. It connects exhibitions and collections with learning, studio practice and public participation. The position requires significant progressive curatorial experience, strong contemporary art and craft knowledge, and responsibility for staff, projects and budgets. Expertise in ceramics or material-based practice is a strong asset.Key Responsibilities:
Lead multi-year exhibition planning aligned with AGB’s Strategic PlanCurate exhibitions and commissions while guiding collaboratorsGuide collection development, acquisitions and ethical stewardshipConnect exhibitions and collections with learning and studio practiceProvide direction, mentorship and performance feedback to staffRequirements:
Significant progressive curatorial experience and exhibition recordStrong contemporary art and craft knowledgeExperience managing staff, projects and budgetsExcellent writing, presentation and relationship-building skillsRelevant advanced study or equivalent professional achievementBring curatorial judgement, artistic direction and collections expertise to the Art Gallery of Burlington’s public program.
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