Art Photography Curator - Remote

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Review individual artworks or collections and select pieces suitable for specific themes, exhibitions, or collections
• Assess attribution, dates, mediums, editions, and print types, including vintage and later photographic prints
• Identify provenance gaps, questionable attributions, and potential condition or display risks
• Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of artwork titles, labels, and descriptions
• Flag potential copyright, consent, ownership, or rights-related concerns
• Provide concise written explanations supporting curatorial decisions and assessments
• Required Qualifications Professional experience as a Curator, Assistant Curator, Collections or Exhibitions Specialist, Gallery Director, Auction House Specialist, Art or Photo Archivist, or Registrar
• Hands-on experience selecting, attributing, displaying, acquiring, or managing artworks and collections
• For photography specialists, knowledge of photographic prints, editions, and printing processes
• Strong understanding of provenance, artwork evaluation, and exhibition suitability
• Ability to explain curatorial decisions and identify questionable attributions
• Strong written English communication skills
• Selection Process Application: Submit your resume and a short professional profile
• Curation Interview: Complete a brief conversation about your experience with exhibitions, collections, and artwork attribution
• No preparation or written assignment is required
• Experience Review: Your qualifications will be assessed against the project

requirements

• Onboarding and Initial Task: Selected candidates will receive project guidelines and complete an initial task for review before proceeding
• Originally posted on Himalayas