Curatorial Assistant
Quick answer
The High Museum of Art is hiring an in-office Curatorial Assistant in Atlanta paying $50,000 to support research, writing, and administrative coordination for museum exhibitions and collections.
- Role
- Curatorial Assistant
- Organization
- High Museum of Art (Woodruff Arts Center)
- Location
- Atlanta, GA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $50,000
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The High Museum of Art is seeking a Curatorial Assistant to support research, documentation, and administration for exhibitions and collection-based projects. This role involves assisting curators with cataloging, exhibition development, and internal/external coordination to ensure high-quality content production. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a background in art history to contribute to the museum's diverse artistic programs. The position serves as a key liaison across departments to facilitate the successful execution of museum initiatives.
What you'll do
- Assist curators with research, cataloging, and exhibition installation.
- Manage loan correspondence and prepare exhibition documentation.
- Research and write essays, object entries, and gallery texts.
- Coordinate logistics for artist travel, meetings, and symposia.
- Liaise between curatorial, conservation, and civic engagement departments.
What it takes
- Master's degree in Art History, Anthropology, History, or a relevant field.
- Strong knowledge of art history.
- Exceptional research, organizational, and writing skills.
- Prior museum or gallery experience is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with MS Office programs.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Life and AD&D, Short/Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Plan, 403b with employer match, Financial Wellness Program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and employee discounts for arts programming.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, with a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 9am–5pm.
What is the compensation for this role?
The annual salary for this Curatorial Assistant position is $50,000.
What level of education is required?
A Master's degree or other advanced degree in Art History, Anthropology, History, or a relevant field is strongly preferred.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not specify an application deadline; please visit the Woodruff Arts Center careers page to submit your application.
How to apply
Apply directly on High Museum of Art (Woodruff Arts Center)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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