Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• To research and conceive relevant, appropriate and engaging exhibitions in art, science and the intersections, that reflect the ambitions and vision of ArtScience Museum, Singapore;
• With support from Director, Programmes, Exhibitions and Museum Services adapt curation and production of international touring exhibitions and suggest local/regional/international artists to enhance each project
• Research and write engaging, meaningful critical texts for publication projects where applicable;
• Compile information for labels and text panels. Write interpretative material for the season guide, website and exhibition where applicable;
• Collate and copyedit texts; research, request, store and return mages and obtain copyright permissions for use in publications and communications materials;
• With support from Director, Programmes, Exhibitions and Museum Services and Senior Manager, Exhibitions liaise with arts institutions, artists and their representatives as appropriate;
• Liaise with all ArtScience Museum departments and colleagues including Public Programmes, Marketing and Communications and Museum Services as necessary to facilitate clear communication and delivery of projects;
• Monitor and maintain budgets for specific exhibitions and exhibition-related publications - including obtaining estimates, raising orders, processing invoices, maintaining digital and physical budget files, and with the support of the Exhibitions Administrator and Senior Administrator of the museum;
• Research exhibitions loans and liaise with the Director, Programmes, Exhibitions and Museum Services and the Senior Manager on the preparation of loan documentation, administration of loan requests and ensure loan conditions are met;
• Work with the Registrar to facilitate condition and packing reports to museum standards, keeping records of movement and conditions of works and liaise with the Senior Conservator and couriers when necessary;
• Work closely with contractors, registrar and couriers as well as all external vendors etc., to execute the installation and de-installation of exhibitions;
• Draft contracts for partner organisations, artists, curators and authors in consultation with Marina Bay Sands Legal advisors;
• Maintain files and correspondence as well as archiving past exhibition files;
• Arrange accommodation, travel and per diems for visiting artists, couriers etc.;
• Research and write engaging and meaningful critical texts for publication where applicable;
• Compile exhibition event guest lists in collaboration with Director, Programmes, Exhibitions and Museum Services and/or Senior Manager, Exhibitions;
• Manage IMDA and COMPASS submission for, and on behalf of the Exhibitions team, as per the local agencies timelines and checklist;
• Deal with enquiries and maintain databases;
• Assist with ArtScience Museum events where appropriate;
• Any other duties appropriate to the role as requested by the Director, Programmes, Exhibitions and Museum Services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Certification

• A post-graduate qualification in curating, museology or art history, science education or a related field.

Experience - essential

• Minimum of four years\' experience of delivering projects in a museum or gallery and a proven track record of making engaging exhibitions for the general public from conceptualization to delivery as well as publications and collaterals;
• Focus on art and/or science research;

Marina Bay Sands is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, providing equal opportunities as we grow our talent base to match our growth ambitions in Singapore. Our employees are committed to adhere to and abide by all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, including the rules of conduct and business ethics of the Company.

Advertised: 26 Jul 2023 Singapore Standard Time
Applications close:

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