Curatorial Director
5 days ago
The National Portrait Gallery seeks a visionary Chief Curator to lead its curatorial team. This role involves growing and caring for the collection, contributing to an engaging exhibitions program, and collaborating on dynamic programming that resonates locally and internationally.
Duties:- Leading the development and management of the Collection.
- Developing policies for the Collection, including the Heinz Archive and Library.
- Ensuring the conservation and care of the Gallery's Collections.
This key member of the Executive Group and senior management team will represent the Curatorial department in strategic planning and decision-making processes.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a senior curatorial role, strong leadership and management skills, and expertise in collection development and exhibitions.
The estimated salary range is between £60,000 - £80,000 per year.
Benefits:Working at the National Portrait Gallery offers numerous benefits, including professional growth opportunities, a collaborative work environment, and access to world-class art collections.
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