The role of Curator for Lancaster Arts is at the centre of their artistic programme.
You will work closely with the Director to realise their potential as a combined arts National Portfolio Organisation, situated within a leading university which is committed to interdisciplinary practice and civic engagement.
Their programme integrates a presentational programme with commissions and artist development, all within annual themes. You will be highly committed to developing collaborative practices and new partnerships that build on working values and the support of new and brave artistic practice.
The Curator is responsible for the visual arts programme, be this in the Peter Scott Gallery, the campus or in the city of Lancaster and Morecambe, as well as with regional, national, and international partners. This role oversees the care and maintenance of the University Art Collection, ensuring its sustainability and capability to flourish.
Lancaster Arts has been part of the combined arts portfolio of Arts Council England for almost 15 years with a renowned reputation for cutting edge arts practice in all art forms. They are proud of our support for artists exploring new directions for their work and fostering new relationships with arts professionals, colleagues at the university and particularly with people who have nothing to do with the arts.
You will have a high degree of relational skills for working with a broad range of people, and a track record for maintaining ongoing relationships with artists and producers over a period of time. Please visit their website to learn more.
They are a friendly small team but need to better reflect the rich diversity of the northwest. They particularly welcome applicants with lived experience of disability and people from groups that are currently under-represented in the arts sector. They will guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria. Interviews 23rd/24th March.
If you would like a brief informal discussion about this role, please contact Director, Jocelyn Cunningham at jocelyn@lancasterarts.org