Job Description
Southern Grampians Shire Council – Hamilton VIC
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Full time
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2d ago , from Southern Grampians Shire Council
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Raise the Bar, Create Brilliance Together, Dream Boldly/Change Bravely, Integrity in Every Step.
ABOUT COUNCIL n
Southern Grampians Shire Council serves a diverse and connected community in Victoria's south-west, delivering services that enhance quality of life, support local growth and strengthen community wellbeing. We are committed to creating a workplace that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement, where our people feel supported to do their best work.
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The Curator position at Hamilton Gallery offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the gallery's identity and enhancing its reputation within the arts community.
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The position will collaborate closely with the Director and Gallery Operations Manager to develop and roll out a dynamic exhibition program that captivates audiences, fosters engagement and aligns with strategic priorities.
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The Curator position plays a pivotal role in shaping the gallery's identity and enhancing its reputation within the arts community.
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As the Curator you will collaborate and contribute with other team members and engage with external stakeholders to value add to the current and future new gallery.
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In this role, you will:
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Develop and curate high-quality exhibitions, displays and collection projects that engage diverse audiences and offer new perspectives
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Research, interpret and promote the collection, contributing to acquisitions, loans, collection development and future exhibition opportunities
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Develop exhibition concepts and programs in collaboration with artists, lenders, colleagues, communities and external partners
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Contribute to publications, catalogues, labels, interpretation and other written and public-facing content
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Build and maintain strong professional networks across the visual arts sector, including artists, galleries, museums, collectors, donors, government and community stakeholders
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Represent the Gallery professionally and contribute to its profile locally, nationally and internationally
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WHAT YOU WILL DO: n
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Research, plan, develop and deliver exhibitions and collection displays, working to agreed timelines, budgets and organisational priorities
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Identify and develop opportunities for acquisitions, loans, gifts, commissions and collection development
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Work closely with artists, lenders, guest curators, collectors, First Nations communities and internal teams to deliver exhibitions and projects
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Coordinate exhibition production, including installation and de-installation, labels, signage, loan documentation, copyright, images and other exhibition requirements
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Undertake research, writing, editing and publication management, including catalogues, essays, interpretation and promotional material
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Maintain accurate collection, project, financial and administrative records and contribute to reports, proposals and budgets
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Present exhibitions and research through floor talks, presentations, public programs and engagement with audiences and stakeholders
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Contribute to continuous improvement, organisational initiatives, team goals and a safe, collaborative and inclusive workplace
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Develop strong relationships with artists, lenders,



community groups and key cultural stakeholders to support exhibitions and programs
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ABOUT YOU: n
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Relevant qualifications or experience in a gallery or museum environment with a sound knowledge of the principles, practices and concepts of professional museum registration, conservation and storage methods
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Qualification in Art History, Visual arts and/or Museum studies with some industry experience or extensive relevant experience
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Experience working with artworks in a cultural collection, using collection management databases and collection management software.
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Extensive experience in exhibition installation across a wide range of art media and the handling of artworks
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Strong general knowledge of art history, both historic and contemporary
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Report and publication-standard writing skills along with oral presentation skills
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Demonstrated computer skills, including the use of databases
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Relevant specialist technical skills and experience in a gallery or museum workplace
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Ability to meet moderate to heavy physical demands of role whilst observing OH&S; requirements
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WHY JOIN US? n
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Competitive remuneration
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Salary Sacrifice
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Meaningful work supporting the organisation and community
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Collaborative team environment
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Flexible working arrangements
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We are a child safe organisation
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Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Ian Brilley, Gallery Operations Manager via phone on 0***.
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Full details of this position are in the candidate information pack attached below.
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Applications close: Friday 30 October **** at 5.00pm
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📌 Curator (Hamilton)
🏢 Southern Grampians Shire Council
📍 Hamilton