Curator

Position: Curator

Employment Type: Full Time

Level: Manager

Education Required: Master’s Degree or equivalent

Location: Singapore

Application Deadline: 01 Feb 2024

Introduction to National Gallery Singapore

National Gallery Singapore is a premier institution in the visual arts sector, holding the world’s most extensive public collection of modern art from Singapore and Southeast Asia. Located in Singapore’s Civic District, the Gallery occupies two historic landmarks: City Hall and the former Supreme Court. These iconic buildings have been transformed into a dynamic 64,000 square metre art venue. The Gallery is not only a custodian of art but also a place that fosters dialogue between local, regional, and global art forms, aiming to inspire a creative and inclusive society.

Achievements and Collaborations

The Gallery has earned international acclaim, including a ranking in The Art Newspaper’s annual global survey of art museum attendance in 2020 and numerous prestigious awards for its contributions to the tourism and museum sectors. It collaborates with world-renowned institutions to present Southeast Asian art in a global context, making Singapore a pivotal location in the international visual arts scene.

Career Opportunities

Join the dynamic team at National Gallery Singapore! Working here nurtures a passion for the arts and offers an opportunity to contribute to the Gallery’s vision.

Role and Responsibilities

• Independently curate collections, exhibitions, publications, and programming.
• Conduct research and contribute to scholarship on modern and contemporary Ink, Singapore, and Southeast Asian art.
• Develop research specialisations to support ink collection policies.
• Network with ink artists, collectors, and patrons, understanding the global ink and Asian art market.
• Mentor and supervise junior colleagues in exhibition planning and professional development.
• Collaborate with the Library and Archives to enhance the Gallery’s archival materials.
• Participate in strategic planning and management within the museum.
• Engage in public programs like lectures and talks, and contribute content for marketing materials.
• Manage projects and handle ad-hoc assignments, including policy development and cross-functional group leadership.
• Teach in the Minor in Art History program at the National University of Singapore.

Qualifications

• MA in Art History or related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of relevant curatorial experience, preferably in the museum field.
• Expertise in ink practices across the Chinese diaspora, including Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Fluent in English and Chinese.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Capable of contributing to the museum’s strategy and management.
• Good project management and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
• Teaching experience is an asset.