OPEN CALL: CURATOR-IN-RESIDENCE
KUNSTRAUM is a community of artists for artists that aims to redefine the collaboration between artists and curators. For the 2023-24 Curator-in-Residence, we are seeking a freelance curator with an innovative and ambitious vision who thrives on bringing their own concepts, creative freedom, and voice to the KUNSTRAUM gallery, and who is interested in working in an established artist-run gallery. CIR's mission is to bring a unique curatorial perspective to the program in order to promote their curatorial practice to the New York art world by organizing engaging exhibitions and events.
The CIR's role is to lead KUNSTRAUM's programming for a consultancy period of 12 months. During the residency, they have the opportunity to present their independent position through three curated exhibitions - KUNSTRAUM's annual Open Call exhibition and the annual Members' Exhibition, followed by the CIR Show - an exhibition of their own. In addition, CIR supports projects by guest curators with the help of the KUNSTRAUM team. A budget of $5000 is provided for CIR's exhibition. The CIR is expected to leverage existing relationships with the press, foundations, art fairs, curators, and collectors to provide additional support and resources for the CIR exhibition. The annual KUNSTRAUM Open Call and Member’s Exhibition will be held in the KUNSTRAUM gallery space in Brooklyn. The CIR's independent exhibition will be held in the Brooklyn space and at an additional Manhattan venue, using their own resources to find a venue for the exhibition, or they can reach out to Manhattan venues with an existing relationship with KUNSTRAUM – the next CIR show will be held at a LES gallery. Responsibilities of the CIR:
Curate KR’s annual open call and members’ shows, one independent exhibition
Oversee exhibitions by guest curators (if any, there are few)
Organize one event per show as a walkthrough, interview, or panel
Manage openings from set-up to curatorial tours and sales
Facilitate studio visits and communal events
Participate in the jury process for KUNSTRAUM’s open calls
With the support of KUNSTRAUM’s team, work on newsletter, press, social media, installation/de-installation, showings, invite visiting arts professionals
Qualifications:
Experience in curating, producing exhibitions and public programs
Knowledge of art history and contemporary art topics
Experience writing, proofreading copy for art audiences
Ability to work both independently and coordinate with our team
Hands-on organizer, meet deadlines, oversee with foresight
Excellent communication, follow-up skills and attention to detail
Ability to lift and handle artwork
Self-driven, highly organized, smart time and resource management
Freelance position, must have work authorization in the U.S.
Ability to consult for +/- 16 hrs per week
Responsible for your own housing, commute, and travel expenses
Compensation & Benefits:
Monthly stipend of $1000
Commissions on art sales
24/7 access to the space
Application Requirements:
Contact information (first and last name, email, address, telephone)
Work samples (curatorial website or portfolio of 10 pages, >5MB)
Professional resume or CV
Curatorial Statement (200 words): What is your vision for 12 months as the CIR of KUNSTRAUM? How do you plan to engage with our community and audiences? What issues you are seeking to address through your practice?
Exhibition Proposal (250-500 words): Describe one specific project with 3-6 artists, ready to be shown or a curatorial project idea. Indicate the stage of the project. Do you have a Manhattan venue in mind or already confirmed, or would you prefer to work with a KUNSTRAUM partner? Include images, links to the artists' websites, and an LOI from the venue (optional).
Writing sample, one published article or another writing sample (250-500 words)
Name, email, and telephone number of two professional references
To Apply: Please submit all materials through the Google Form here.
Application Deadline: October 15th, 2023
Interviews November 2023
Notifications: End of November 2023
The CIR residency will start on February 1st, 2024.
Location: Kunstraum LLC, 20 Grand Ave Space 509, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA