ASSISTANT VISUAL ARTS CURATOR
JOB BRIDGE NATIONAL INTERNSHIP SCHEME REF: INTE-653443

Applications are now open for the position of Assistant Visual Arts Curator at Project Arts Centre (INTE-653443) / Curatorial Intern for 2012.

We are seeking an individual with energy and commitment, to support the growth and daily operations of the visual arts programme of Project Arts Centre. The individual will work closely with the Curator of Visual Arts, as well as learning from the whole team of the multi-disciplinary arts centre. The successful candidate will be in personal contact with the artists of the programme, and will be invited to propose talks, lectures and events, as well as playing an integral role in the shaping and managing of the communications of an internationally followed visual arts programme. This is an opportunity for a young or emerging curator to gather significant experience and contacts inside one of Ireland’s busiest cultural institutions.

Skills & Education:

• Graduate degree in Fine Art, Art History or relevant fields. A Masters degree in curating, art practice or critical studies will be an advantage.
• High level of competency in written language, organisational systems and clarity of presentation.
• The ability to work unsupervised, and to work within a busy office, utilising one’s own problem-solving skills.
• The best candidate will have a strong commitment to the internship period, and personal ambition for their own career pathway.
• Knowledge of international contemporary art practice will be a distinct advantage.
  

Application Process:

• Applications should be sent by email to General Manager Niamh O’Donnell This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by the 17 January 2012 please include the reference number INTE-653443 on your application.
• Applicants should include a CV and letter of interest in the job, including personal strengths, what specifically you might bring to Project Arts Centre’s Visual Arts, and highlighting an event, exhibition or happening in your past that highlights your strengths.
  
• Interviews will be held on the 20 January – please indicate whether you will be available on this day in your application.
• The internship is offered for 9 months – please indicate in your application that you are committed to this period.
• The internship is approved under the JobBridge National Internship scheme and applicants must be eligible under the terms of the scheme. For more information on the scheme and to find out if you are eligible visit their website here.
  

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