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Curatorial Assistant

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Summary

Curatorial Assistant supporting a Mumbai museum's curatorial, exhibition, and public programming initiatives with a focus on modern and contemporary art. Responsibilities include research, exhibition development, writing curatorial and catalogue texts, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing educational programmes.


Festivals From India is hiring for one of Mumbai’s premier museums and is looking for a Curatorial Assistant. The ideal candidate will support their curatorial, exhibition, and public programming initiatives, with a particular focus on modern and contemporary art. The role involves conducting research, assisting with the development and execution of exhibitions, and contributing to educational and outreach programmes. The candidate will also support exhibition planning and display, write curatorial and catalogue texts, liaise with press, international agencies, and key stakeholders, and help coordinate day-to-day interactions with docents, museum staff, and operational teams.

This role is ideal for someone with strong research, writing, and communication skills and a keen interest in working at the intersection of contemporary exhibitions, collections, and public engagement.

Please note:


  1. The vetting process for this role comprises 2-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.
  2. Festivals From India is hiring for this role on behalf of our client.
  3. This is an on-site, full-time position based in Mumbai.
  4. Salary band for this role is available upon request.


Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Modern and Contemporary Art History, Cultural Studies, Arts Management or a related field.
  • Good knowledge of computers, digital interfaces, and general administrative tools.
  • Excellent command of English – both verbal and written; Marathi is an advantage

Essential Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the arts, museum, or cultural sector. International exposure is desirable.
  • Experience supporting the planning and execution of exhibitions, display coordination, and educational or outreach programmes.
  • Experience writing exhibition texts, catalogue content, curatorial notes, and other interpretive materials.
  • Proven involvement in planning and executing educational, public, and outreach programmes.
  • Experience coordinating exhibition displays, installations, and day-to-day curatorial logistics.

Key Personal Attributes & Skills:

  • Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute to exhibition texts, catalogue essays, and curatorial content.
  • Strong organisational and project coordination abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple exhibitions, programmes, and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Collaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to work across curatorial, education, and operational functions.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable, with a genuine interest in modern and contemporary art, museum practice, and public engagement.


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