Curatorial Assistant for Wales in Venice 2026

arts.wales; Newtown; Hybrid; GBP 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A contemporary arts organization is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support the Wales in Venice 2026 exhibition. This role requires a strong interest in contemporary visual arts and excellent organizational skills. The successful candidate will assist with research, coordinate schedules, liaise with partners, and help document processes. The position offers flexible working hours, including potential travel and remote work, and is ideal for someone with passion and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Passionate about contemporary visual arts.
• Experience in arts administration or entry-level curatorial roles is welcome.
• Understanding of ecological and sustainability issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research and development of curatorial concepts.
• Support artist(s) and curators in production logistics.
• Coordinate schedules and communications between teams.
• Prepare curatorial materials for exhibitions.
• Work with partner organizations for touring opportunities.
• Liaise with technical teams on installations.
• Document curatorial processes and exhibition outcomes.
• Support evaluation and reporting on curatorial impact.

Skills

Strong interest in contemporary visual arts

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Attention to detail

Familiarity with Wales’s visual arts sector

Understanding of Equalities Diversity and Inclusion

Understanding of Welsh culture

Italian Language skills

Experience in arts administration

Job description

A contemporary arts organization is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support the Wales in Venice 2026 exhibition. This role requires a strong interest in contemporary visual arts and excellent organizational skills. The successful candidate will assist with research, coordinate schedules, liaise with partners, and help document processes. The position offers flexible working hours, including potential travel and remote work, and is ideal for someone with passion and a collaborative mindset.