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We are looking for an Art Curator who is inspired by the opportunity to design and curate world-class art collections with one of the country’s premier Art Consulting companies. We prioritize unique, original art, and ensure all staff members have the time to explore art & design trends in their project locations, research new and emerging artists, and elevate narratives and artists from historically marginalized communities.
Each Curator manages their own portfolio of projects, with clients ranging from hotels and corporate offices to Community Arts Plans and public art projects. Curators are responsible for joining early sales meetings to explain our process and help set a realistic budget and timeline for projects; fully own the first two stages of our four stage process by developing a vision and project roadmap that meets the client’s unique needs, and curating an incredible art collection; and partnering with an Acquisitions Lead who will ensure the collection is accurately purchased, prepared, and installed.
The person in this role will be managed by the COO, Adele Grundies, and will be mentored by our Chief Curator, Molly Casey. The Curator can work remotely from any of the following areas: Seattle, WA; Atlanta, GA; and Charlotte, NC. We are headquartered in Denver and are looking to expand our staff presence into our target markets. Our beautiful Seattle office, a houseboat on Portage Bay, is available for workspace or client meetings. Some travel is required for out-of-state projects.
Responsibilities
Company Leadership
Manage two Associate Curators or Studio Associates
Associate Curators are training to be Curators, with their own portfolio of projects that they fully manage
Studio Associates are learning the lifecycle of our project work, and provide support as needed to any member of the Studio, including Curators and Acquisition Leads
Incorporate diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) goals into your project work and annual performance goals.
- Demonstrate the values outlined in our paper, The Art of Representation
Heighten name recognition for NINE dot ARTS in local, regional and national art communities
Project Leadership
Oversee project portfolio of $1M/year, typically 10-15 projects at one time
Partner with an Acquisitions Lead for each project, providing them with all of the information they need to acquire and install each art collection
Utilize office support resources such as our talented Studio Associates to best manage your workload while training them on the project lifecycle
Work with the client to identify taste and vision
Work with the design and architecture team to understand the layout and site plan
Lead large art committee meetings and coordinate additional stakeholders as needed
Project examples include:
Hotel with 200 guest rooms, lobby, and pre-function space
Multi-year Community Arts Plan for 50+ acre mixed use development site
Corporate Office with a strong art collection that hired us to critique existing art inventories and create programs for inventory disposal, donation and/or reuse
Own project from vision to curation, and support project through acquisitions and installation
Define project vision—identify project goals and selection criteria, art locations and budget strategies
Provide detailed explanations of art in visual preference surveys, proposals and existing inventories
Maintain excellence in art program curation and design on multiple scales, aesthetics and environments
Communicate art collection to client through written, oral and in-person presentations
Manage client expectations and push their boundaries for innovation of art programs
Actively participate in early sales & marketing meetings, building art budgets and providing project details to our marketing team
Appeal to a diverse type of clients, modifying approach for each client as needed
Ensure high client satisfaction with both the project process and final art experience
COMPENSATION
Base salary: $65k-$85k for candidates, plus eligible for significant profit share ($15k+ annually), which will increase as our company grows.
Company Benefits:
Paid time off (begins accruing on first full pay period)
Company holidays (9/year)
Flex days (6/year, begin accruing immediately)
Full health benefits, dental, vision and life insurance (eligible the first of the month following 60 days of employment)
401(K) Plan with Employer Match (eligible after 90 days of employment)
Parental leave (eligible after 1 year of full-time salaried employment)
Continuing Education budget
Company Retreat
Sabbatical Program
Flexible Work Arrangement
NINE dot ARTS is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. Diversity on our team makes our work stronger, and we encourage minority candidates to apply.
Requirements
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of professional experience
Curation: Expertise in developing and installing innovative art collections, with a track record of elevating the artwork of communities historically marginalized by the art world, including BIPOC and LGBTQ+ artists
Client Management: Experience surpassing client expectations in bringing their vision to life through art curation and delivery
Project Management: Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet all deadlines and budgets
Examples of additional relevant experience include:
Staff Management: Experience supporting growth and development of staff
Experience in creative placemaking or large-scale Community Arts Plans
Experience working in professional services and consulting, particularly experience with our key client industry of commercial real estate development, including adjacent services such as architecture, design, construction, development or finance
Formal studies in art or art history are required. Degree in business, liberal arts, fine arts, studio arts, art history or art management are preferred.