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Occupation

232334 Gallery or Museum Curator

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

232334 Gallery or Museum Curator

Plans and organises a gallery or museum collection by drafting collection policies and arranging acquisitions of pieces.

Alternative title

  • Art Curator

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans and organises the acquisition of historical materials, objects, artworks, scientific materials and other forms of cultural materials, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander materials
  • Plans the presentation and installation of artworks, and arranges the layout and lighting of historical, scientific or art displays
  • Maintains records and catalogues acquisitions
  • Ensures the overall care and preservation of collections
  • Researches, compiles and prepares written information about catalogues
  • Plans, organises, interprets and presents exhibitions and lectures
  • Collaborates with other institutions and negotiates the loan of items
  • May write grant applications for funding