The Fondation Beyeler is one of Switzerland’s internationally renowned and most visited museums. Situated in an idyllic park in Riehen near Basel, the museum building designed by Renzo Piano is considered one of the most beautiful art houses in Europe, as it harmoniously combines nature, architecture and art. art. The Fondation Beyeler is home to one of the world’s best private collections and continuously presents high and continuously presents high-quality exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. In accordance with the the wishes of its founders, it is particularly committed to communicating art to the general public public and to young people.
As of 1 August 2021 or by agreement, we are looking for a temporary position for two years with the option of a permanent position:
Art Education Assistant 80 %
The position includes both conceptual and content-related tasks (development, organisation and and implementation of art education programmes) as well as the organisation and coordination of various guided tours, workshops and events. The employee works closely with the the Head of Art Education and has a deputy function.
Development of new forms of art education
Exhibition and collection hall texts: text, editing and production
Audio guide on the exhibitions: Text editing and organisation
Digital mediation. Conception of new art education formats
Conceptual design and organisation of the art education programme at major events such as Museum Night, Summer Festival, etc.
Conducting guided tours and workshops as well as other formats in the field of art education
Communication of the art education programme
Studio supervision: procurement of materials, organisation
Networking with other art education institutions
Completed degree in art history/art science or art education or a comparable education (university for art, education and mediation)
Very good knowledge of 20th/21st century art
Several years of professional experience in the field of art education
Experience in the implementation of digital mediation projects
Stylistically confident German, good knowledge of spoken and written English and French
Very good user knowledge of the usual Office programmes
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
Strong commitment and social skills
Ability to work under time and deadline pressure
You can look forward to a varied job in an interesting working environment in the cultural sector with a friendly and motivated team.
We look forward to receiving your application documents written in German by 16 May 2021 to personal@fondationbeyeler.ch.
Fondation Beyeler, Daniela Cantoni, Baselstrasse 77, CH-4125 Riehen, Tel. +41 (0)61 645 97 33