Job description
Working closely with the Director and supported by an Assistant Manager, this position plays a key role in shaping and delivering STPI's curatorial programme - aligned with contemporary discourse and rooted in the organisation's commitment to artists.
The role is also responsible for content development that extends the programme across multiple touchpoints and supports inter-departmental needs - maintaining well-researched copy across different channels, including STPI's print publications and its digital editorial platform, print_screen.
Overall Job Objectives:
Exhibitions Programming
- Develops exhibition concepts in collaboration with the Director, artists and guest curators - from initial proposal through to realisation - covering curatorial rationale and intended outcomes for each project.
- Acts as a key point of contact and liaison for visiting artists, managing itineraries, logistics, and on-site support during residencies and exhibition visits.
- Manages artwork selection and maintains exhibition checklists, working with registrars to identify, secure, and confirm works.
- Works with internal and external teams to oversee exhibition design, installation, and lighting, ensuring each exhibition meets agreed curatorial and presentation standards.
- Researches and delivers curatorially-driven public programmes that extend exhibitions reach and audience engagement.
- Represents the programme where needed, leading tours and briefings for press, VIPs, and other stakeholders.
Content Development
- Shapes and executes STPI's content strategy across all programmes and projects, ensuring consistency with STPI's objectives and long-term curatorial vision.
- Oversees the writing, editing and production of written content, including the publications programme, exhibition brochures, wall panels and extended labels.
- Oversees the publishing programme on print_screen, working with the external editorial lead and in-house team.
- Works closely with the Marketing department, supplying accurate curatorial information and context that Marketing translates into audience-facing messaging and marketing materials.
Other Responsibilities
- Plans and oversees secretariat duties for the bi-annual Content and Curatorial Committee, ensuring smooth coordination and documentation.
- Supervises and mentors the Assistant Manager (Content Development), supporting their professional growth.
- Undertakes ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Reporting Officer in service of the organisation's needs.
Job Specifications:
- A degree in a relevant subject, preferably art history or a related field, supported by a sound knowledge of contemporary art
- At least 5 years of relevant curatorial experience
- Possess excellent research, writing, communication and interpersonal skills
- Possess public speaking skills
- Creative and innovative mindset
- Proactive, team player
- Strong project management and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
