Senior Art Curator – In‑House (African Contemporary Art)

About the role

Artelia is seeking an experienced In‑House Curator to lead the selection, framing, and presentation of works on its digital platform dedicated to contemporary African art. This senior, creative position sits at the intersection of curatorial practice, collection strategy, and international market positioning.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage themed collections aligned with Artelia’s curatorial direction and global positioning strategy.
• Conduct rigorous artist research, documentation, and contextualisation to ensure scholarly and market‑relevant framing.
• Review gallery and artist submissions, identify exceptional candidates, and articulate clear selection rationales.
• Write exhibition texts, artist statements, collection notes, and editorial content that meet international curatorial standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with galleries, artists, and cultural institutions across Africa and the diaspora.
• Support onboarding of gallery partners and independent artists, acting as a liaison between external collaborators and Artelia’s leadership.
• Provide curatorial input on collector‑engagement strategy and contribute to Artelia’s editorial and thought‑leadership output.

Required profile

• Proven experience in curatorial practice, preferably with contemporary African art.
• Strong research and writing abilities, capable of producing scholarly and market‑focused texts.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of the international contemporary art market and collector expectations.

Required skills