Director & Curator

Artes Mundi

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We seek a creative and dynamic full time Director & Curator to lead the organisation and to continue to develop its international programme of activity, building on the success of previous Artes Mundi exhibitions, most recently Artes Mundi 8, won by Thai filmmaker and artist Apichatpong Weerasethakul.

Applicants will need to demonstrate a proven track record of successful leadership of an arts organisation, wide knowledge and expertise in the international contemporary visual arts sector and a strong commitment to fulfilling Artes Mundi’s mission: “to bring exceptional and challenging international artists to Wales and to generate unique opportunities for individuals and local communities to engage creatively with the urgent issues of our time”.

Artes Mundi is the only contemporary art project in Wales that operates predominantly on an international level. It attracts artists who are significant global players, operating to the highest professional standards – working with artists, gallerists, curators and arts organisations all over the world, the Director will understand and uphold its professional standards and have a network of contacts and colleagues within it.

The role of Director is the lead executive position within Artes Mundi. It provides vision and leadership for the organisation and in particular is responsible for overseeing Artes Mundi’s artistic direction and activity it delivers. This includes the biennial Artes Mundi Exhibition and Prize which is initiated and co-ordinated on a two-year cycle. It also includes extending this vision to our co commissions with other galleries, the learning and outreach programme and any other projects that may arise. The Director is responsible for the strategic direction of Artes Mundi and manages other key personnel within the organisation. He/she is responsible to the Board of Trustees for effective and appropriate management of the overall organisation and has responsibility for all aspects of the Artes Mundi’s work including artistic, learning & outreach, financial, operational, commercial and fundraising activities.

Responsibilities
  • To provide a conceptual framework, artistic vision, and strategic leadership in line with Artes Mundi’s agreed aims and objectives.

  • To act as an ambassador for Artes Mundi, developing its profile as a leading contemporary visual arts organisation at regional, national and international levels.

  • To manage relationships with key partners and stakeholders including the Arts Council of Wales, National Museum Wales, Plus Tate, British Council, Galleries across Wales and beyond.

  • To build relationships with potential partner organisations outside Wales with the aim of developing cultural dialogue and joint activity.

  • To put in place effective systems for planning and evaluating Artes Mundi’s activities.

  • To lead on all aspects of Artes Mundi including the biennial Exhibition and Prize, Partnership Projects, education and outreach work, an interim programme in the intervening years and ongoing education and public engagement activities.

  • To oversee the content and organisation of the biennial exhibition and all other artistic activities and projects.

  • To ensure appropriate fundraising, marketing and communications strategies are developed and delivered.

  • To provide timely and appropriate information to the Board, partners, funders, sponsors and the media.

  • To support the Chair and Board of Trustees in other activities as appropriate.

  • To line manage a range of key staff

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Arts degree

  • Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject. (preferred)

Experience

  • Leadership within a contemporary art organisation of international standing

  • Leading and motivating a small staff team

  • Controlling expenditure within a budget

  • Managing exhibitions and public events

  • Successful fundraising from a variety of sources including public sector, businesses and private individuals.

  • Developing and implementing business plans (preferred)

  • Established reputation for developing and implementing artistic policy and translating this into a programme of high-profile exhibitions and events (preferred)

Skills / Competencies

  • Outstanding knowledge and critical understanding of modern and contemporary visual art

  • Comprehensive working knowledge of the international contemporary art sector

  • Knowledge of public funding system and issues facing arts organisations in Wales

  • Excellent communication and influencing skills

  • A broad network of international contacts encompassing artists, curators and institutions (desired)

Personal Qualities & Circumstances

  • Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity

  • Commitment to broadening public access to visual art and to strengthening links with local and international communities

  • Willingness to travel, including internationally, and to work outside core hours

  • Able to make a significant commitment to the artistic community of S E Wales

  • Lives in, or willing to relocate to S E Wales (desired)

  • Ability to speak welsh or a willingness to learn (desired)

How to Apply

Application forms can be downloaded from www.artesmundi.org or requested by phone or email.

Completed forms should be returned in an envelope (marked STRICTLY PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL) to:

Lianne Toye

Development Director

Artes Mundi

Rm S01:13 National Museum Cardiff

Cathays Park

Cardiff

CF10 3NP

Tel: +44 300 7777 300

or emailed to: lianne.toye@artesmundi.org

Applicants who submit their forms by email and are shortlisted will be required to sign the form at their interview. You are welcome to submit a curriculum vitae or any other information you feel to be appropriate in support of your application. Please note however that the application form will be the principal resource used by the shortlisting panel and it is in your interest to complete it as fully as possible.

7 March 2019 12 noon: closing date for applications

19 March 2019 Interviews to be held in Cardiff

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Posted on February 13