OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION
NEO Exchange, Canada’s next-generation stock exchange, have partnered with OCAD U to co-create the NEO Commissioning Program and the Curatorial Coordinator Career Launcher. Five emerging OCAD U artists, working in a variety of mediums, will be commissioned to provide original works of art to commemorate the listing of a corporate client or the launch of a new fund on the NEO stock exchange. The NEO Commissioning Program is seeking a Curatorial Coordinator to support commissioning-related activities and act as a liaison; leading communications between participating artists, NEO Exchange and its listing clients.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Curatorial Coordinator will participate in:
- Coordinating and overseeing the commissioning program
- The final selection of participating artists
- Ensuring that project deliverables and time lines are met
- Providing creative oversight and ensuring commissioned artworks are aligned to the client’s creative brief
- Promoting a connective thematic amongst the range of participating artists and aligning the artwork with the individual listing client
- Contributing a consistent and knowledgeable curatorial perspective to the overall process
- Arranging for the photo documentation and delivery of completed artworks
RATE
- $5,000 one-time project fee
TERM
- Part-time freelance contract January 2020 - December 2020 (12 months)
DEADLINE
- Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 11:59pm (midnight)
- Note: Interviews with short-listed candidates will be held the weeks of January 27th / February 3rd, 2020
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current OCAD U student or recent OCAD U graduate
- Experience in curatorial practice or a related field
- Experience working with artists or artwork/exhibitions management
- Knowledge of current practices in the proper handling of art works
- Strong communication skills and professionalism, both verbal and written
- Strong client management skills• Demonstrated experience with project management and logistics coordination
- Demonstrated organization and collaborative skills
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Full contact information (Name, phone, and email) and current resume.
- Cover letter outlining interest and relevant experience
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTION
- Apply via Typeform here
QUESTIONS?
Reach out to the OCAD U Career Development office with the subject line: "NEO Exchange Career Launcher"