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- Where Scotland's cultural leaders are raising the economic argument for arts funding, Tiffany Jenkins charges a "philistine approach that misses the value and point of culture."

- The Globe and Mail has published a great overview of idiosyncratic collector/curator Ydessa Hendeles, whose Art Foundation has closed after 25 years

- Artist Nicholas O’Brien and Ian Aleksander Adams (among others) have entered into a useful—if heated—discussion on Facebook regarding “cultural programming by using tumblr.” in response to Internet Archive's open call for “tumblr residencies.”

- New York's Center for Curatorial Leadership is expanding their programme after a $4 million boost.

- The Vancouver Art Gallery, along with other North American museums, is "Bulldozing great architecture in the name of housing great art."

- Curator Eileen Legaspi-Ramirez highlights some of the issues at stake in the Guggenheim Foundation's transnational curatorial endeavours for their UBS MAP Global Art Initiative. Legaspi-Ramirez: “perhaps some collateral pleasure could come out of opening up to more than just tokenistic multiplicity and requisite pleasantries.”

- Julia Halperin has visited the Dallas Museum of Art and recognized a trend in American museums toward membership reform, free entrance, and guards clad in "laid back khaki pants and button-down shirts."

- Caitlin Jones elaborates on the place of expanded cinema and Internet art in the history of contemporary art: Conceptual Blind Spots, Mousse Magazine.

- Whitney Museum photography curator Elisabeth Sussman talks about her curatorial process with iD Magazine: “Some curators work from books and articles that have been written about the artist. I don’t like to do that. If the artist is alive I really would like to learn from them.”

- Germano Celant is re-staging Harald Szeemann's seminal 1969 exhibition 'Live in Your Head. When Attitudes Become Form' for the Fondazione Prada in Venice.

- [Jerry] Saltz on the Death of the Gallery Show: “There used to be shared story lines of contemporary art: the way artists developed, exchanged ideas, caromed off each other’s work, engaged with their critics. Now no one knows the narrative; the thread has been lost.”

- In a similar vein, critic Blake Gopnik takes on museums for the Art Newspaper: “The quaint old notion of the museum as a haven for the contemplation of the art it owns has given way to the museum as a cog in the exhibition-industrial complex”

- Meanwhile, museums are Looking for Ways to Groom Repeat Visitors, with free-admission, entertainment strategies, and 'frequent-flier' credits.

- Former Tate curator Emma Dexter interviewed about her movement into 'the world of private galleries': “there's so little bureaucracy in commercial galleries.”

- Review of Paul O Neill's 'The Culture of Curating and the Curating of Culture(s)' (MIT Press, 2012) at the Brooklyn Rail.

- Review from November's Curatorial Knowledge Forum held at the Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture in Karachi, Pakistan.

- Artists, curators and advocates Deirdre Logue and Allyson Mitchell present their Feminist Art Gallery (FAG) These self-identified “feral curators” avoid formal funding structures, focus on feminist and queer cultural production, and “approach curating from an activist position.”

- We are thrilled to announce the winner of the Musée Imaginaire Concours – the juried competition organized by curating.info and KAPSUL: Antonella Croci and Federico Florian’s I CLOSE MY EYES IN ORDER TO SEE has been awarded both Jury's Choice and Crowd Favorite. Visit KAPSUL to view all submissions to the competition.

- Flexible working: why the arts and culture sector doesn't get it yet, Claire Hodgson for the Guardian: “for a "creative" industry such as the culture sector, we have very uncreative workplaces…Our current culture promotes underpaid and overworked staff, relying on our passion for what we do.”

- The Way We Share: Transparency in Curatorial Practice. An essay by Lindsay Howard for Hyperallergic’s ‘Tumblr Art Sumposium’:
“We’ve heard the argument that everyone’s a curator online by means of blogging and reblogging, but what about the professional curators who are responsible for producing major physical exhibitions — how are they using social platforms? The ability to publicly explore new theories, archive research, and participate in creative communities, has signaled a new era of openness and transparency in curatorial practice.”

- Rhetoric of the Image: Julian Stallabrass gives a critical review of two new curatorial books: The Culture of Curating and the Curating of Culture(s), by Paul O’Neill, and Terry Smith’s Thinking Contemporary Curating. Both apparently uphold the "quasi-theoretical language… vacuous generalizations… [and] the illusion of coherence" within "curatorial rhetoric."

- The Art of the Artist Interview: Ross Simonini on Hans Ulrich Obrist's Interview Project.

- The best US exhibitions of 2012 have been voted on by over 400 professionals of the International Association of Art Critics (AICA).
Artfagcity is not impressed.

- HOST AND AMBASSADOR: a conversation with curator Yasmil Raymond at #OpenCurating, Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona:
“I don’t think artists need to be curated, I think artists need to be supported, enabled.”

- With the opening of his feature exhibitions at the Venice Biennial around the corner, Massimiliano Gioni states: "I Felt the Need to Do Something Unusual." Other curators react.

- The State Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg is to house the 2014 Manifesta Biennial. The curator, to be named this month, will face the city's notoriously conservative climate, including its ban on 'homosexual propaganda.'
An educational programme in the city has recently felt the brunt of this climate.

- ARTnews' Ann Landi offers a survey of flip-flopping amongst art critics: Split Decisions: When Critics Change Their Minds.

- Marian Godfrey has penned a personal and heartfelt manifesto for arts administrators in the latest GIA Reader: Only Connect the Prose and the Passion:
“Our institutional syntax, our claims for accountability and results, and our bland generalizations about “the arts” and their benefits to society leach pleasure from our work.”

- Tucson Pima Arts Council director Roberto Bedoya responds to recent discourse concerning audience diversity and Whiteness in American cultural policy. ArtsJournal.

- Check out the Met's 82nd & Fifth web-series, featuring 100 objects profiled by the museum's curatorial staff throughout the next year. The project recalls BBC's A History of the World in 100 Objects, and the Met's own Connections series.
Also, Google has launched its Art Talks video series, which promises discourse from curators of major international museums.

- W.A.G.E. (Working Arts and the Greater Economy) has created an “infomercial-dramedy” in response to remarks made by dOCUMENTA (13) curator Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev about her decision to not pay the artists represented in the mega-exhibition.

- With the centennial Armory Show a couple weeks away, NPR recalls the 'Armory Show' That Shocked America In 1913.

- Afterall has posted video documentation from its 'Artist as Curator' symposium

- Hope for the future of art foundations in Creative Capital director Sean Elwood's Modest Proposal.

- In a peculiar public programming decision, Vienna's Leopold Museum invites nudists to visit their
Nackte Männer exhibition.

- The Getty Research Institute has acquired Harold Szeemann's archive, and produced this great overview of the collection: A Closer Look: Being Harold Szeemann.

- Issue 16 of web-journal On-Curating is out: Precarious Labour in the Field of Art.

- Hyperallergic has brought to light a study that finds American non-profits „suck at fundraising.“
- Another report mentioned in the post's comments: 3 Factors Impacting Nonprofit Fundraising Confidence.

- An amusing article from the Independent: Why it's time for galleries to dump the jargon.

- Artsy interviewed Rhizome Program Director Zoë Salditch for their 'Five Questions For' series.

- Amid the economic crisis, the Brazilian Government has announced its workers will receive a 50-real (€19; £16; $US25) monthly stipend for “cultural expenses,” The Art Daily reports.
- On a related note, the Vancouver Observer defends a local music venue, and speaks to the return value of government investment in arts and culture: M-O-N-E-Y: Why government investment in culture pays off.
- Similarly, Michigan Is Finding That the Arts Is a Growth Industry, Even During the Recession: “every $1 invested in the arts in the Great Lakes State yields $51 for the state’s economy.”

- Finally, we're saying goodbye to Agnes Gryczkowska, Charu Maithani and Sophia Zhou, who have been pivotal in bringing curating.info's services to you over the past six months. We're thrilled to bring in three new members of the editorial team: Luminița Apostu, Leela Clarke and Sofia Landström.

Curatorial Assistant - Walter Phillips Gallery, the Banff Centre, Banff, Canada.

Deadline: February 24, 2013.

The Opportunity
Are you a highly-motivated arts professional with a broad and strong knowledge of Contemporary Art? Do you have an aptitude for project organization and an eye for detail? The Visual Arts department at The Banff Centre is looking for a Curatorial Assistant to provide the organizational and administrative support required for the successful coordination and implementation of exhibitions in the Walter Phillips Gallery (WPG).

Responsibilities
Provide all levels of administrative support to the Curator, artists, and guest curators to coordinate WPG programs.
Liaise with artists and/or their dealers to arrange loans and/or commissions of their art and implement all aspects of acquiring, shipping, and receiving art and collectibles for installation in the WPG.
Maintain the schedule for the WPG, coordinating all Gallery activities and related projects
Work in the Gallery during exhibitions and opening receptions as needed.
Maintain liaisons with the general public, professional organizations and associations specifically related to the Gallery, and assist in establishing and maintaining effective contacts with the arts, cultural, government and business communities locally, nationally, and internationally.
Track budgets relating to WPG programming, providing regular updates to the Operations Manager, Visual Arts and the Curator.
Associated duties as required.

The Ideal Candidate
Has completed a university degree in art history, curatorial studies, fine arts, media arts and/or museum studies with a specialization in contemporary art.
Brings a minimum of three years' experience working in a museum or arts organization setting.
Exhibits excellent planning and organizational skills, paying high attention to detail.
Demonstrates highly-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal diplomatically with a wide variety of people.
Is an independent worker who is able to prioritize and time-manage effectively to produce work of a high standard, while developing multiple projects.

Special Requirements
Candidates offered a position with the Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check through the local R.C.M.P. detachment, verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be made.
Due to deadlines in the job and weekend activities, the Assistant Curator may be required to work irregular hours and some weekends.

Employment Terms & Benefits
In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, permanent, salaried support staff position, subject to a 6-month probationary period.
This position pays $3246.75 per month increasing to $3609.13 per month after probation, working 37.5 hours per week.
The Banff Centre offers a comprehensive benefits and pension package. For more information please visit our benefits page.

Application Process
If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please submit your application online via The Banff Centre careers website as per below.
We are accepting applications for this position from February 7 to February 24, 2013.


Further information and application: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH03/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BANFFCENTRE&cws=1&rid=1849

2013 International Fellowship in
Cultural Studies of Contemporary Art
The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea

Deadline: 15th April, 2013


The National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea hosts an international research program for the museum professionals including curators, art critics, conservators, exhibition designers, educators and etc. This program was initiated as part of the Cultural Partnership Initiative (CPI) Project (www.culturefriends.or.kr) which is run by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea. Participants of this program have been mainly curators of art museums from all over the world.

This research program aims to provide a sustained platform for initiating dialogues; for developing a comprehensive network among museum professionals; and for furthering collaboration and joint programming among art museums in Asia, Africa, Middle East and South America.


The general information and requirements of the program are listed as below:


1. Period: June 1~ November 30, 2013

2. Host Institution National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea (www.moca.go.kr)

3. Inviting Researchers 3 professionals


4. Program Description
• Individual research in link with Korean contemporary art
• Visiting art studios, museums, galleries and art institutions
• Attending art related conferences
• Korean language course
• Cultural field trips


5. General Qualifications
• Individuals who work in related fields of contemporary art such as museum professionals, curators, art historians, critics,
conservators, educators, etc.
• Aged between 25 and 45
• Countries in Asia, Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe and South America
• Good use of English language
• Individuals who have high interest in cultural exchange


6. Financial Support
-Round-trip airfare (economy class) from airport near the participant’s place of residence to Seoul, Korea.
-Accommodation will be provided by the host Institution in a location suitable for the participants.
-900,000 Korean won per month is provided to cover food, transportation, communication, taxes, public utilities and etc. Living expense is deposited directly to the participant's Korean bank account every month. Participants may not receive additional financial support by the training institution.
-All participants are obliged to take the Korean language course for 200 hours as a part of the program (paid for)
-A standard insurance coverage will be provided by the host institution. Detailed information will be provided upon participant's entry to Korea.
-Any supplementary insurance coverage can be arranged and covered by participants.



7. Application Process
Documents of Application:
• Application form
• CV with degree certificate
• A copy of passport
• Recommendation letter(s)
Deadline
15th April, 2013

Send documents to :
2013 International Fellowship Program
Department of Development
National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea 313, Gwangmyeong-ro,
Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do, 427-701, South Korea


The result of the final selection will be informed individually in May.


8. Commitments and Regulations
Activities provided during the program must be in accordance to the original intent. Participants will be discharged from the program when participating in profit-gaining activities or other activities not related to one's intended purpose of visiting Korea. Participants generally may not be accompanied by family or friends. The final report must be submitted at the end of the program.
Confirmation of training certificate will be issued by the host institution upon completion of the program and submission of required results.

1) Additional Events sponsored by the CPI Secretariat
The Secretariat will provide general orientations regarding the CPI project and living in Korea.
A culture trip, international symposium, farewell party, and other events sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
and the CPI Secretariat are provided. All participants are expected to join the events.

2) Drafting Contract Agreement
A contract agreement regarding managements and obligations between the host institution and the participants will be drafted
for each party.

3) Member Registration to the Website (www.culturefriends.or.kr)
The participants must register to join the membership of this program through the website, so as to begin the activities in Korea.



9. Process upon Arrival for Selected Personnel

1) Health examination documents required
A health examination must be done at one's own expense in home country after notified to be selected as a participant of the
program, and it must be submitted to the host institution by mail. The document is required for visa application.
Doctor's statement is required for the participant with a long-term disorder such as hypertension, diabetes, depression, and etc.
Please note that the host institution shall arrange to have the participant's health examined with your arrival.

2) Documents for Visa issuance
It is necessary to obtain a valid visa from Korean Embassy in the participant's country. At the time of Visa application, the letter of
invitation will be arranged by the host institution. However, selected participants are required beforehand to submit documents
necessary in full for visa issuance.

3) Entry to Korea through Incheon International Airport
Entry to Korea through Incheon International Airport Leaving and Re-entering later on during the program is generally not allowed.
In case of an emergency, please discuss with the institution prior to departure.

4) Personal Items
Personal items must be prepared upon entry into Korea. Any cost for shipment should be covered by the participants, both
coming in and out of Korea.

5) Creating a bank account
Upon arrival in Korea, the participant must open a bank account in one's own name, to receive living expenses monthly.

6) Foreigner Registration Card
Foreigner registration must be completed within 90 days of entering the Republic of Korea and the issued registration card must
be carried on person at all the time.



General Inquiries

Young-in Lee
International Affairs Manager
Department of Development
National Museum of Contemporary Art, Korea
Tel 82 2 2188 6063 / Email innie2005@korea.kr


Further information: http://www.moca.go.kr/engN/engNEduNEvt.do?_method=Eifp

Knight Curatorial Fellowship at the Museum of Art, Miami Beach

Dates of Fellowship: August 12, 2013 – August 12, 2014

Application deadline: April 1, 2013 | 5:00pm

In its third year, the Bass Museum of Art Knight Curatorial Fellowship is a one-year fellowship for an emerging curator. Responsibilities include, conducting studio visits in Miami, communicating with artists, collectors and arts professionals in the Miami community and assisting in developing public programming. He/she will also work alongside other museum departments to assist in the coordination of exhibitions and contemporary artists’ projects.

“These three one-year Knight Curatorial Fellowships seek to enhance the curatorial dialogue in the Miami community,whereby artists, art professionals, collectors and art enthusiasts engage in critical conversations about art and cultural issues as well as promote an exchange of ideas,” states Silvia Karman Cubiñá, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Bass Museum of Art.

“Connecting these curators from across the globe with Miami’s renowned contemporary artists will help to expand the reach of the community’s art scene,” states Dennis Scholl, vice president/arts. “We hope this program will encourage artistic exchange for years to come.”

In March 2011, The Bass Museum of Art initiated the first of three, one-year curatorial fellowships focusing on contemporary art thanks to generous support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight ArtsChallenge.

Past Knight Curatorial Fellows include:

Kristen Korolowicz 2011- 2012

Bryan Granger 2012- 2013

APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2013 | 5:00pm

To apply for the 2013-2014 Knight Curatorial Fellowship, please send a cover letter, resume, and a list of references via mail to Bryan Granger, Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Email applications will not be considered.

_______________________________________

FAQ about the Knight Curatorial Fellowship


1. Is the fellowship a full-time position, requiring residence in Miami? Yes.

2. What does the work entail? The Knight Curatorial Fellowship is designed as an entry level position to provide hands-on experience to a recently graduated aspiring curator. From the curatorial department’s perspective, it will provide exposure to museum management and operations required in the process of presenting an art exhibition, from curatorial research through putting up the last label before the opening reception, and everything in between. The Fellow will gain a better understanding about how to write grants, develop exhibition budgets, perform registration tasks, write press releases and work with the education department. One of the main responsibilities of the Fellow is to engage with and communicate with the artistic community in Miami, doing studio visits, visiting collections and promoting curatorial dialogue in Miami.

3. Will the Fellow get to conceptualize/curate an exhibition? No.

4. What is the procedure for applying? Please send a cover letter, resume, and a list of references via mail to Leilani Lynch, Bass Museum of Art, 2100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Email applications will not be considered.

5. What is the stipend? $40,000 per year, payable by check every two weeks

6. Does the museum provide housing? No. We can, however, recommend an apartment close to the museum that you can rent by the week while you search for a permanent apartment. You may even decide you want to stay in this apartment which is also available for longer-term leases.

7. Does the museum provide cover the flight to and from Miami from your home city? No.

8. Does the Fellow need to be a US citizen? Yes.

Further information: http://www.bassmuseum.org/about/knight-curatorial-fellowship/

New York Art Residency and Studios Foundation: Emerging Curator Program

Deadline: Friday, March 1 2013

The New York Art Residency and Studios (NARS) Foundation is pleased to announce its third annual
Emerging Curator Open Call. The Emerging Curator Program offers an opportunity for an individual to
organize a conceptually cohesive group show at the NARS Foundation Gallery. The aim of the program is
to encourage new dialogue and to create a platform for emerging curators and artists to experiment and
exchange ideas. No prior curatorial experience is necessary. Two-person collaborations are welcome.

NARS Foundation will provide the gallery/exhibition space, insurance for the artwork during the term of
the exhibition, administrative support including marketing, postcard invitations, and email invites.
Additionally, NARS will organize an opening reception and a Curator’s Talk. An experienced curator on
staff will be available to provide guidance and support during the program.

The curator is responsible for organizing and installing/de-installing the exhibition in a timely manner
including arranging all artwork delivery to and from the gallery and writing a short essay to accompany the
exhibition. The exhibition will be scheduled between the months of June and July, 2013. The curator
is required to attend the opening reception and present a Curator Talk as part of the program. A stipend of
$200 will be awarded to the selected applicant to help subsidize the cost of organizing the exhibition.
There will be no other financial support towards production of artwork, installation cost, or
shipping/transportation of artwork.

The NARS Foundation Gallery is located on the third floor of an industrial building surrounded by artists’
studios. Please review photographs of previous exhibitions as well as the gallery floor plan,
enclosed, before submitting your proposal.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Online applications must be submitted by Friday, March 1 2013 before
midnight.

APPLICATION FEE: A non-refundable application fee of $10 (US) is required with each application.
Payment must be submitted via credit card or PayPal account through the online application form. Once
you complete and submit your application, you will be directed to a link to pay your application fee. DO
NOT mail checks, cash or send money via Western Union, Money Gram, Postal Money Gram to the
NARS Foundation office.

NOTIFICATION: Notifications of the results will be sent via e-mail within six weeks of the March 1
deadline. The e-mail address listed on the application form will be used to send out notifications. Please
be sure that it is a valid account that you check regularly.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must apply using the online application form,
available through the NARS website. Please review the application requirements listed below before
beginning your application.

It is advised that all applicants create a log-in to be able partially complete the form and return to finish
it at a later date. Before submitting your application, you will be directed to a confirmation page where you
will be able to review your form and return to edit or delete your uploaded files as needed. Once you
submit your application, you will not be able to access your form again. Applicants will receive a
confirmation email once the application form has been successfully submitted.

I. NAME OF APPLICANT & CONTACT INFORMATION: Applicants must provide a current
address and a valid e-mail address. The e-mail address provided will be used to send out the final
notification letter. Collaboration: Applicants who wish to apply as collaborators need only
submit one application form and application fee. One member of the collaborative team must be
selected as the main
applicant; their contact information will be used for all preliminary correspondence and notification.

II. CURATOR’S C.V.: A copy of your most up to date CV should be uploaded in either Word or
PDF format. Name your CV file “Curator’s Last Name_First Name.doc/docx/pdf”, i.e.
“Smith_Robert.xxx” The collaborating partner’s information and CV must also be submitted.

III. PROPOSED ARTISTS’ C.V./BIO: A copy of each artists’ CV or Bio should be uploaded in
either Word or PDF format. Name your CV file “Curators’s Last Name_Artist’s Last
name.doc/docx/pdf.”, i.e. “Smith_Jones.xxx”

IV. CURATORIAL PROPOSAL: Applicants are required to write a brief essay which outlines the
curatorial project idea. Please include the names of the proposed artists and artworks, as well as
your estimated budget and how you propose to fund the exhibition. (800 words max)

IV. WORK SAMPLE: Curator’s may upload up to 20 samples of the proposed artists’ work .
Curators have the option of uploading any combination of images or video links (from video
hosting sites such as vimeo, flickr or youtube.) The selection committee will view only the first 2
minutes of each video sample so please edit your materials accordingly. Images should be in
JPEG format no larger than 1000 pixels on any side @ 72 dpi. Name each jpeg file with
“Curator’s Last Name_Artist’s Last Name_Number.jpg,” i.e. “Smith_ Jones_1.jpg”,
“Smith_Adams_2.jpg” etc.

V. WORK SAMPLE DESCRIPTION LIST: Each uploaded image or video link must be
accompanied by
a corresponding Work Sample Description which lists the Artist Name, Title, Medium,
Dimensions, Year of the artwork.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications containing images and documents that are not
labeled or uploaded according to the guidelines above will NOT be reviewed.
Images will not be accepted by email.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT MATERIAL: Support materials such as reviews or catalogues are optional.
Curators may upload up to three scanned copies of support documents.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: The program encourages and welcomes the participation of curators from all
backgrounds and does not discriminate with regard to age, race, sex, sexual orientation, disability,
religion, marital status, or nation of origin.





For more information, and to apply, visit http://narsfoundation.org/application.php

- Frieze’s Sam Thorne reviews three new books on curating: Pamela M. Lee’s Forgetting the Art World (MIT, 2012), Paul O’Neill’s The Culture of Curating and the Curating of Culture(s) (MIT, 2012) and Terry Smith’s Thinking Contemporary Curating (ICI, 2012).

- The Natural History Museum of London’s director Michael Dixon on free admission policy and mixed-funding models in his keynote address at the 2012 European Museum Advisors Conference.

- “Can criticism be fostered in a way that makes it accessible to interested readers while allowing writers to make a living?”
The Incredible Shrinking Art Critic by Eleanor Heartney for the Brooklyn Rail.

- Also, Linda Nochlin lectures on ‘Art Criticism and its Enemies: Art Criticism and its Would-be Friends’ at The New School.

- and Jonathan Jones’ ‘Art criticism has become too fawning’: “So where's our Robert Hughes?”

- Three new interviews have been published at 4Humanities with curators Ela Kagel, Pavel Sedlák, and Curating.info’s own Michelle Kasprzak.

- Also, check out our latest edition of Curating.info Conversations: Arriving at the Beginning: Interview with Cydney Payton by Lauren O’Connell.

- Only one week is left to apply for our Musée Imaginaire concours hosted by KAPSUL. Top prize of US$1000!

Lauren O’Connell interviews curator Cydney Payton in this edition of Curating.info Conversations. Payton, former director and chief curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver, discusses architecture, social space, collaboration and the future of curatorial practice.

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The Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle

Curator of Visual Art and Performance, Curator of the Film Programme, Curator of Visual Art, Curator of the Green Jazdów project

Deadline: February 11, 2013


Curator of Visual Art and Performance

The Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle is looking to hire a person for the position of Curator of Visual Art and Performance.


Job description / main tasks
The person in this position will be responsible for:
– observation, analysis, and evaluation of changes in the field of contemporary art with particular emphasis on performance,
– organization of projects presenting some of the most interesting contemporary artistic phenomena, especially in the field of performance,
– participation in the programming and implementation of the CCA’s activities,
– establishing and maintaining contacts as well as permanent cooperation with institutions involved in culture and contemporary art,
– budget planning, forecasting and reporting,
– preparation of materials for publications, press releases, etc.,
– supervision of administrative issues regarding the projects,
– participation in supplementing and widening the CCA collection.


General requirements
– ability to work in a team,
– creativity, flexibility, as well as good organizational skills,
– resistance to stress,
– very good knowledge of the English language, both orally and in writing,
– proficient computer skills (Office - particularly Word and Excel, Internet),
– higher education.


Specific requirements
– knowledge of the history of art, with particular emphasis on the Twentieth Century, and the current situation of international and Polish contemporary art, especially performance art and a general knowledge regarding the situation of theater and dance,
– knowledge about artists, institutions, and the leading representatives in the world of performance, as well as basic knowledge of theatre and dance,
– knowledge of the methodology of exhibition production and production of performative events,
– knowledge of the methodology of catalogue production and other publications,
– general knowledge of the main streams in contemporary culture,
– at least 2 years experience working as a curator in the realization of performance projects.


Requested documents:

CV
Letter of intent
A brief vision of development of the performance activities at the CCA (up to 2 pages, A4 format). The text should match the main program objectives of the Centre, presented in the document "The Mission of the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle" - for download on the web-page www.csw.art.pl.
If this document is submitted in Polish it has to be accompanied by a translation into English.


A cover letter and CV with a statement that reads: "I hereby give consent for the Centre for Contemporary Art - Ujazdowski Castle, located in Warsaw on Jazdów 2 Street to process my personal data for the purposes of recruitment, given by me in the application documents for the position of Curator of Visual Art and Performance (in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act dated August 29th, 1997, Dz. U. No. 101, item 926 with further amendments). I also confirm, that I have been informed of my right to access my data and to correct it, and that the application of this data was voluntary."
Please send by February 11, 2013 to the following e-mail address: kadry@csw.art.pl


We reserve the right to answer only selected applications.





Curator of the Film Programme


The Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle is looking to hire a person for the position of Curator of the Film Programme.


Job description / main tasks
The person in this position will be responsible for:
– observation, analysis, evaluation of changes, trends and artistic developments in the field of contemporary cinema,
– organizing film presentation programmes, and other projects such as film exhibitions and film production,
– establishing and maintaining contacts as well as permanent cooperation with institutions involved in culture and contemporary art-house cinema,
– participation in the programming and implementation of the Centre’s activities,
– budget planning, forecasting and reporting,
– preparation of materials for publications, press releases, etc.,
– supervision administrative issues regarding the projects,
– participation in supplementing and widening the CCA collection.


General requirements
– ability to work in a team,
– creativity, flexibility, as well as good organizational skills,
– resistance to stress,
– very good knowledge of the English language, both orally and in writing,
– proficient computer skills (Office - particularly Word and Excel, Internet),
– higher education.


Specific requirements
– knowledge of the history and current situation of international and Polish film art,
– knowledge about artists, institutions, and the leading representatives in the world of film,
– knowledge of the methodology of implementing film programs, film festivals, as well as the production of film projects,
– knowledge of the methodology for the creation of catalogs as well as other publications in the field of cinema,
– at least 3 years experience in a similar area of work related to films, festivals, organization of screenings, film production, etc.,
– general knowledge of the main trends in contemporary art and the ability to connect different disciplines of art.


Requested documents:

CV
A letter of intent
A document containing a vision of development of the film programme: proposal for managing the Cinema, the organization of events, film festivals, educational activities, film production, and the implementation of interdisciplinary projects at the CCA (up to 2 pages, A4 format). The concept should match the main program objectives of the Centre, presented in the document "The Mission of the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle" - for download on the web-page www.csw.art.pl.
If this document is submitted in Polish it has to be accompanied by a translation into English.


A cover letter and CV with a statement that reads: "I hereby give consent for the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle, located in Warsaw on Jazdów 2 Street to process my personal data for the purposes of recruitment, given by me in the application documents for the position of Curator of the Film Programme (in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act dated August 29th, 1997, Dz. U. No. 101, item 926 with further amendments). I also confirm, that I have been informed of my right to access my data and to correct it, and that the application of this data was voluntary."
Please send by February 11, 2013 to the following e-mail address kadry@csw.art.pl


We reserve the right to answer only selected applications.





Curator of Visual Art

The Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle is looking to hire a person for the position of Curator of Visual Art.


Job description / main tasks
The person in this position will be responsible for:
– observation, analysis, and evaluation of changes in the field of contemporary art,
– organization of projects presenting some of the most interesting contemporary artistic phenomena,
– participation in the programming and implementation of the Centre’s activities,
– establishing and maintaining contacts as well as permanent cooperation with institutions involved in culture and contemporary art,
– budget planning, forecasting and reporting,
– preparation of materials for publications, press releases, etc.,
– supervision of administrative issues regarding the projects,
– participation in supplementing and widening the CCA collection.


General requirements
– ability to work in a team,
– creativity, flexibility, as well as good organizational skills,
– resistance to stress,
– very good knowledge of the English language, both orally and in writing,
– proficient computer skills (Office - particularly Word and Excel, Internet),
– higher education.


Specific requirements
– knowledge of the history of art, with particular emphasis on the Twentieth Century, and the current situation of international contemporary art,
– knowledge about artists, institutions, and the leading representatives in the world of visual art,
– knowledge of the methodology of exhibition production and production of visual art events,
– knowledge of the methodology of catalogue production and other kind of publications in the field of visual art,
– general knowledge of the main streams in contemporary culture,
– at least 2 years experience working as a curator in the realization of visual art projects.


Requested documents:

CV
Letter of intent
A short concept of the CCA's course of action in the frame of visual arts, also taking into account possible innovative, experimental forms of presenting art (maximum 2 pages / format A4). The concept should match the main program objectives of the Centre, presented in the document "The Mission of the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle" - for download on the web-page www.csw.art.pl.
If this document is submitted in Polish it has to be accompanied by a translation into English.


A cover letter and CV with a statement that reads: "I hereby give consent for the Centre for Contemporary Art - Ujazdowski Castle, located in Warsaw on Jazdów 2 Street to process my personal data for the purposes of recruitment, given by me in the application documents for the position of Curator of Visual Art (in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act dated August 29th, 1997, Dz. U. No. 101, item 926 with further amendments). I also confirm, that I have been informed of my right to access my data and to correct it, and that the application of this data was voluntary."
Please send by February 11, 2013 to the following e-mail address: kadry@csw.art.pl


We reserve the right to answer only selected applications.




Coordinator – Curator of the Green Jazdów project

During the summer of 2013, the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle plans to carry out the second edition of the Green Jazdów project. The project will consist of organized artistic events, meetings, conferences, as well as workshops related to the broader themes of ecology and healthy lifestyles.

We are looking to hire a person for the position of curator – coordinator of the project for the duration of 8 months, from February to October 2013.


Job description / main tasks
The person in this position will be responsible for:
– participation in the curatorial development of the Green Jazdów programme,
– coordinating the process of preparation and implementation of both the substantive and administrative-organizational,
– cooperation with the appropriate CCA departments in order to create the project, timetable, cost estimate, promotional materials - monitoring expenses, payments, contracts,
– cooperation in raising funds for the realization of the project: preparing applications to funders, materials for sponsors, etc.,
– report as well as accounting for the project.


Requirements
– an interest in environmental issues,
– knowledge of new trends in contemporary art,
– organizational, communicational, and interpersonal skills,
– experience in project management,
– ability to work in a team,
– higher education,
– extensive knowledge of the English language,
– computer proficiency: Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet), the ability to use software for managing the project as well as tasks,
– resistance to stress,
– availability.

Motivational letter as well as a CV with a statement that reads: "I hereby give consent for the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle, located in Warsaw on Jazdów 2 Street to process my personal data for the purposes of recruitment, given by me in the application documents for the position of Project Coordinator (in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act dated August 29th, 1997, Dz. U. No. 101, item 926 with further amendments). I also confirm, that I have been informed of my right to access my data and to correct it, and that the application of this data was voluntary."
with the subject of the e-mail being: Green Jazdów Coordinator
please send by February 11, 2013 to the following e-mail address: kadry@csw.art.pl


We reserve the right to answer only selected applications.

Website: http://www.csw.art.pl/index.php?action=ocsw&lang=eng&s2=praca

Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellowship, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Deadline: January 31, 2013.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA) is one of Chicago’s major museum institutions and one of the nation’s largest facilities devoted to the art of our time, offering exhibitions, performances, and programs of the most thought-provoking art created since 1945.

Considered one of the premiere curatorial training opportunities in the nation, the MCA’s Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellowship is intended to offer an exceptional graduate-level candidate the opportunity to gain professional curatorial experience in a major museum setting. The Fellow is primarily responsible for exhibition- and/or collection-related research, with additional duties as appropriate to specific projects. As a 12-month commitment, the Fellow is exposed to all aspects of curatorial operations and participates in internal and external communications on a daily basis. With a start date of July 1, 2013, the full-time fellowship carries a stipend of $25,000 plus selected benefits.

The MCA considers exceptional candidates in art history, museum studies, and related fields with a strong emphasis on art historical research and methodology. Qualified applicants must possess an M.A. degree or be in their final year of graduate work. The MCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The application deadline is January 31, 2013.

Application Process

There are no application forms. Please note that application materials, including writing samples and any supplementary materials, will not be returned to candidates. All application materials should be typed and include the following:

Cover letter with name, home and school addresses, and telephone numbers of the applicant.
A full resume of education and employment history.
Two letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional settings.
An essay describing the applicant’s interest in the internship program, museum work, and reasons for applying.
Two writing samples.
Application materials should be sent to:

Internship Coordinator
Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellowship
Museum of Contemporary Art
220 East Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Please note: International candidates must be in possession of a valid US work visa for the entire fellowship period.

After reviewing all applications, a group of candidates are selected for either an in-person interview or telephone interview. Final notification to all applicants will be mailed by the end of April.

The MCA Chicago Curatorial Department reviews applications. Final selection of the Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellow is determined in consultation with the Susman family and curatorial staff.

The Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellowship was established by members of the Susman family in honor of Marjorie Susman.

If you have any questions about applying for a fellowship, please email alopez@mcachicago.org.

Further information: http://www2.mcachicago.org/marjorie-susman-curatorial-fellowship/