Curator

Organization

Canadian Museum of Architecture

Job Type

Contract

Language Required

English

Location

Toronto, ON

Application Deadline

31-10-2019

Job Start Date

15-10-2019

Date Posted

25-09-2019

Email

info@cmarch.ca

Website

www.cmarch.ca

Salary

$25/hr

Job Description

The Canadian Museum of Architecture seeks curatorial services on a contract basis. The Museum is a newly formed entity with the objective of informing and educating the public about architecture by providing exhibitions, lectures and similar events. It will use scale models as a principal medium of display. For further details please go to www.cmarch.ca.

This is a new position in a new organization and will initiate the development of the Museum. The curator’s principal role will be to manage the creation of exhibits by generating content, obtaining materials and organizing their presentation. It will also include participation in the overall development of the museum, the introduction of creative ideas and the preparation of written materials. Insofar as the Museum is an incipient organization, assistance with general tasks will also be required.

Responsibilities:

•  Plan the subject matter and layout of exhibits for approval by management.
•  Carry out research and gather information about the subject matter.
•  Generate content for displays, including the collection of background material and the preparation of explanatory text.
•  Oversee and assist with the manufacture of exhibit materials, including text, graphics, models, photographs, animations and the like.
•  Supervise and assist with the set up of exhibits.
•  Liaise with consulting professionals.
•  Assist with the general development of the museum.
•  Participate in the organization of special events and educational programs.
•  Represent the Museum to the public and build relationships with interested parties.
•  Help promote the museum and ensure that its good name is protected.

Qualifications:

•  A university degree in museum studies or equivalent.
•  Three years of curatorial experience.
•  A general knowledge of architecture.
•  Mature and professional approach to work.
•  The ability to function independently.
•  Superior written and verbal skills.
•  Excellent interpersonal skills.
•  Computer use skills and familiarity with relevant software.
•  Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
•  Detail orientation with organizational skills.

Terms

•  A contract position with an initial term of six months
•  Full time commitment is expected
•  Compensation at $25 per hour

Location
Greater Toronto Area

Application
Qualified applicants are invited to forward a resume and a letter describing their interest to info@cmarch.ca

All applications are gratefully received. Only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.

Qualified applicants are invited to forward a resume and a letter describing their interest to info@cmarch.ca