Senior Art Consultant (Africa-Focused Curatorial & Exhibition Lead)

  • Contract
  • UK-wide

Cultural Canvas Ltd


  • Job Title: Senior Art Consultant (Africa-Focused Curatorial & Exhibition Lead)
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Visual arts
  • Role: Curation
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 26 Jan 2026

  • Location:

    UK-wide

Job Summary

London-based Cultural Canvas Limited is hiring a Senior Art Consultant to drive curatorial development and international programs focused on Africa and its diaspora. This specialist role requires deep expertise in African visual culture to lead UK and global projects.

Job Description

Title: Art Consultant (Curatorial)
Salary: £33,400 per annum (Full-time, Permanent)
Purpose: To lead the curatorial delivery of the commissioned ‘Echoes of Africa’ The role is responsible for the artistic vision, sourcing authentic African artworks, managing artist relations, and ensuring successful project execution.

Main Duties:

  • Develop the exhibition’s curatorial narrative and thematic framework.

  • Source, select, and negotiate for contemporary African artworks, utilising an established professional network across the continent.

  • Act as primary liaison for all participating artists and the Foundation client.

  • Manage exhibition budgets, timelines, logistics, and installation.

  • Produce all interpretive materials (essays, labels, digital content).

  • Develop partnerships with cultural institutions to support programming.

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  1. Degree (or equivalent) in Fine Art, Curating, Art History or related field or 5+ years curatorial/producing experience with programme origination and international exhibition delivery.
  2. Demonstrable success in winning arts commissions/grants/sponsorships and converting leads to signed agreements.
  3. Track record curating or producing multi-site exhibitions and cross-border collaborations.
  4. Experience managing budgets >£250k and multi-stakeholder projects.
  5. Strong artist liaison and contract/rights negotiation capability; excellent written Proposals.
  6. Extensive professional experience in African visual arts, cultural heritage, or curatorial practice.
  7. Proven track record of originating and delivering Africa-focused exhibitions or cultural programmes.
  8. Established professional networks with African artists, curators, institutions, or cultural bodies.
  9. Experience working across multiple African regions or countries.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. A current CV detailing relevant professional experience
2. A cover letter outlining suitability for the role, with particular reference to Africa-focused curatorial or cultural work
3. Examples of relevant exhibitions, projects, publications, or programmes previously delivered (portfolio links where applicable) Applications should be sent by email to : [email protected]

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