[can-jobs] Vacancy - Curator/Program Manager

KickArts Curator/Program Manager
 
This is a senior position that will lead KickArts creative programs and
initiate new and exciting opportunities for artists.  At this major stage of
growth and development of KickArts Contemporary Arts is looking for a
creative individual that can work across traditional and contemporary
artforms and lead our program into a new era.

2.            Key Responsibilities
 
The Senior Curator/Program Manager is responsible for:
·               Working with the Director to develop all creative programs
and assisting to develop the KickArts Printmaking Studio.
·               Curating dynamic and innovative exhibitions for the general
program and touring.
·               Installation of all exhibitions.
·               The supervision of the Program Officer, casual staff and
volunteers.
·               Initiating, developing and overseeing specific events,
publications, talks and other public and education programs associated with
the KickArts creative programs.
·               Developing new and creative ways of involving new audiences
with our program. 
·              Managing KickArts¹s marketing and promotional activities.
Working with the Communications Officer to produce, including but not
limited to, email announcements, constant monitoring and updates to the
website and online shop, exhibition invitations, room brochures, catalogues,
membership forms, KickArts Shop promotional materials, signage,
advertisements for print media, merchandise and KickArts stationery, to
ensure that the programs reach a wide range of formal and informal groups
and visitors 
·              Providing effective project management across all areas of
KickArts and external touring exhibitions.
·              Writing and editing exhibition catalogues, gallery brochures,
introductory wall texts and other interpretative material, providing
appropriate contextual information and developing resources for visitors
with each project. Coordinating the publication of exhibition catalogues,
from commissioning of writers to liaison with designers, editors and
photographers; plus sourcing of images and coordination of copyright
clearances. Providing written and spoken project briefs with sufficient
lead-time for Sponsorship and Marketing project development.
·               Ensuring all staff have sufficient training and are
well-informed of due process during development and implementation of all
program delivery areas, including presenting gallery tours and inducting
front of house staff and casual gallery assistants about KickArts¹s
exhibitions and associated programs.
·               Monitoring and controlling specific project budgets in
liaison with the Director.  Showing sensitivity and skill while working in a
not-for-profit organisation with limited budgets and where a diverse range
of activities is required.
·              Assisting in the preparation of funding bids for exhibitions
and other activities through applications to appropriate funding bodies in
Australia and overseas, as well as agencies and selected private
foundations.  Contributing to the development of fundraising campaigns for
specific programs. 
·              Undertaking public speaking on KickArts exhibitions to media,
corporate sponsors, private patrons, art students, KickArts Patrons and
Members, visitors and the general public.
·               Liaising with key cultural organisations, galleries, artists
and curators and keep informed about contemporary art practice. Working with
a range of regional, remote and nationally based organisations - some travel
will be essential.
·              Ensuring appropriate documentation, reporting and evaluation
of exhibitions and other projects.
·               Submitting funding proposals to grant funding bodies, trusts
and sponsors to support programs.
·               The technical and building maintenance, structural matters
and Operational Safety and Health (OSH) issues of areas of the building
leased by KickArts.
·               Managing the technical requirements of KickArts including
supervising and training the installation crew, technical and production
support throughout KickArts¹s visual and performance art programs.
·               Overseeing the KickArts archive including all documentation
of all events.
·               Representing KickArts at relevant industry meetings, events,
conferences and functions.
·               Being organised and flexible in order to manage ongoing
projects and competing deadlines, routine tasks as well as special
activities.
·               Contributing to the development and implementation of
Strategic, Business and Operational Plans
·               Carrying out other duties within their skill range as
determined by the Director.
·               3.                              Skills and Experience
Required
 
1. A demonstrated commitment to the presentation and promotion of
contemporary art including professional integrity and an understanding of
the many ways in which contemporary culture can add value to an overall
community experience.
 
1. A demonstrated ability to creatively and imaginatively shape curatorial
concepts and deliver an annual program of activities through excellent
project management skills including the research, development,
implementation and maintenance of exhibitions and the ability to manage and
prioritise workload, deliver to deadlines and the financial management and
preparation of annual and individual project budgets, including
presentation, interpretation and analysis of monthly financial reports.
 
1. A demonstrated minimum of 3 years curatorial experience within a
contemporary cultural organisation.
 
1. Tertiary qualifications, in visual art or fine art/art history or
Indigenous art, that includes working with remote Indigenous artists and
urban contemporary artists and experience with a contemporary art collection
through exhibition and acquisition.
 
1. A demonstrated knowledge of Australian and international contemporary art
and an understanding of the needs of artists and of issues surrounding the
public presentation of contemporary art.
 
1. A demonstrated above average competency with computer hardware and
software especially Microsoft Office Suite, FileMaker Pro 9, Adobe and
evidence of experience working with audio-visual and multimedia presentation
technology. 
 
1. Demonstrated exemplary management communication skills, visual, written
and verbal, including public presentation skills, with the ability to
prepare and present reports, proposals and supervise and motivate staff in
the delivery of innovative and excellent museum practice.
 
1. Evidence of being a visionary leader and providing support and motivation
to artists and other supporters of the organisation with the ability to
develop and foster sustainable high-level contacts and develop long-term
industry partners and relationships with artists, individuals and galleries,
nationally and internationally.
 
1. Demonstrated experience in communication design and publications as a
writer and designer of interpretative texts and visual information on
contemporary culture and works of art.  Along with a proven knowledge of,
and interest in engaging with, a diverse range of audiences with the ability
to research and publish essays and articles which contribute to critical
debate within the industry.
 
1. Demonstrated ability to work closely with a Board Of Directors and to
participate in and provide guidance on strategic planning issues appropriate
to the organisation.
 
1. Ability to write grant applications aimed at all levels of government and
the corporate and private sectors for revenue support.
 
 
4.         Key Relationships
·               Reports to the KickArts Director
·               Internal liaisons ­ KickArts Board Of Directors, other
KickArts staff, Artists in residence, support staff, volunteers and other
Centre of Contemporary Arts tenants
·               External liaisons ­ Artists, patrons to the galleries,
program participants, Government, industry and business associates
 
 
5.         Terms of Employment
Accountability
Accountable to the Director for duties associated with KickArts and general
performance of duties.  Overall accountability is to the KickArts Board of
Directors.
 
Employment Conditions
The position is a full time position.  The appointee is subject to the
satisfactory completion of a 6-month probation period.  The terms and
conditions of employment will be outlined in the KickArts Contract of
Employment.  The successful applicant will be one experienced in all areas
of contemporary museum practices and who is able to support the management
of a new stage of development for KickArts and who is committed to
supporting and promoting local and regional artists both within Australia
and overseas.  In addition to exemplary communication and office management
skills, the successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in
working with a variety of established and emerging media and technologies
and will understand and articulate the vision of the organisation at all
levels of the community and government.
 
Terms Of The Position
Position:                       Full time 38 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm
five days per week, with a 1 hour rest period with some rostering in support
of the program generally
Responsible To: Director
Salary:                           Between $50,000 and $60,000 depending on
experience, plus superannuation in line with current legislation
Leave
·              4 weeks annual leave
·              10 days sick leave
·              Public holidays independent of annual leave
·              Eight weeks notice required.

 
 
6.         Selection Criteria
The selection criteria will be made against section 3. Skills and Experience
Required.
Please provide written examples of your experience against this list that
clearly articulates your ability and experience.
Please provide samples of curatorial essays, publications and other relevant
support material with your application.
Applications must include:
o     Your written response to the Selection Criteria
o     Publications and/or other support material
o     Curriculum Vitae
o     Three Referees including their day time phone number and relationship
to you.
 
KickArts must receive applications electronically by 5pm Monday 5 May 2008,
emailed to linda at kickarts.org.au
All applicants will be notified on the success of their application.


Kind Regards,

Linda Stuart
Administration Manager

KickArts Contemporary Arts Ltd
96 Abbott Street CAIRNS QLD 4870
PO Box 6090 CAIRNS QLD 4870

Telephone: +61 7 4050 9402
Facsimile: +61 7 4050 9499

E-mail: Linda at kickarts.org.au
http://www.kickarts.org.au