Exhibitions Manager and Curator
Organisation: Dovecot Studios
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Location: Edinburgh
The Exhibitions Manager & Curator is a key position at Dovecot responsible for all exhibition and tapestry collection activities. You will oversee and manage the realisation of exhibitions and the display of new commissions with artists, lenders and museums and galleries. In this pivotal role, you will lead on the delivery of each part of the public programme from concept to installation, communication and reporting, delivering a high-quality experience for visitors and partners in line with the organisation’s strategic aims. As a key member of the Dovecot team, you will connect across the organisation, liaising with colleagues in weaving, marketing and commercial operations. You will line manage the Exhibitions and Collection Coordinator and manage relationships with exhibition partners, clients and contractors to deliver the exhibition programme. You will play a key role in helping Dovecot reach a wider audience so you must be a confident and articulate ambassador for their work. Dovecot is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged. Regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships – we would like you to join us.
How to apply
If you are interested to work with us, please review the job description attached and submit your CV and tailored Cover Letter to recruitment@dovecotstudios.com, to receive more details. Position available until filled.
Examples of what we expect in an application can be found here. IMPORTANT – Please submit your application documents in the format of [Your full name] CV and [Your full name] CL. Please link any online portfolio work in your CV or Cover Letter. Please state a) your availability and b) relevant experience and demonstrate how your skills match the specific requirements of the job description. Successful candidates must, by the start of employment, have permission to work in the UK.
It is anticipated interviews will take place on 24 September 2024
Application Deadline: Monday 02/09/2024