Glasgow. We are proud of the many achievements made by Lakeland Arts since it was formed to save Abbot Hall Art Gallery nearly sixty years ago and due throughout to the dedication and hard work of its staff. Our continued success depends on the contribution and expertise of every individual we employ. South Lakeland Head of Curatorial Role Our venues are surrounded by countryside of The successful post holder will have the outstanding natural beauty. The Lake District opportunity to shape the future of the National Park, the countryside outside the Park programme working closely with the Director of and the coast are full of great walks, stunning Programming and Head of Learning. views and lots of places to visit. Sporting and At Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Blackwell, The leisure activities include sailing, hill walking, Arts & Crafts House you will be responsible for cycling, climbing and running. There are lots of visitor attractions ranging from cruise boats on influencing, developing and planning the nationally recognised programme. the lakes, historic buildings, forest parks and nature reserves to top quality celebrity-chef Working with the existing highly qualified team restaurants. It is hardly surprising that this area attracts over 15 million visitors each year. you will provide leadership and guidance whilst managing team skills and knowledge at the Kendal is a busy market town and boasts the Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Brewery Arts Centre and a number of cultural Stories and the Museum of Lakeland Life & festivals. There is easy access by road to Industry. Lancaster, Penrith and Carlisle and main line train connections from Oxenholme station in We look forward to receiving your application. Kendal to London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Job Description Job Title: Head of Curatorial Grade/Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 All Lakeland Arts sites Location: Director of Programming Reporting to: Line Management: Curator Abbot Hall & Blackwell, Curator Windermere Jetty, Technician & Collections Assistant and Collections Management Assistant Purpose and key objectives A key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), Head of Curatorial will be responsible for the management, development and delivery of ambitious exhibitions and the care, research, development and display of Lakeland nationally recognised collection from initiating proposals to completion Arts’ (LA) of projects in partnership with the Director of Programming. You will manage the curatorial team achieving and maintaining the highest professional standards through staff development and support. Key responsibilities
South Lakeland Our venues are surrounded by countryside of outstanding natural beauty. The Lake District National Park, the countryside outside the Park and the coast are full of great walks, stunning views and lots of places to visit. Sporting and leisure activities include sailing, hill walking, cycling, climbing and running. There are lots of visitor attractions ranging from cruise boats on the lakes, historic buildings, forest parks and nature reserves to top quality celebrity-chef restaurants. It is hardly surprising that this area attracts over 15 million visitors each year. Kendal is a busy market town and boasts the Brewery Arts Centre and a number of cultural festivals. There is easy access by road to Lancaster, Penrith and Carlisle and main line train connections from Oxenholme station in Kendal to London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. We are proud of the many achievements made by Lakeland Arts since it was formed to save Abbot Hall Art Gallery nearly sixty years ago and due throughout to the dedication and hard work of its staff. Our continued success depends on the contribution and expertise of every individual we employ. Head of Curatorial Role The successful post holder will have the opportunity to shape the future of the programme working closely with the Director of Programming and Head of Learning. At Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House you will be responsible for influencing, developing and planning the nationally recognised programme. Working with the existing highly qualified team you will provide leadership and guidance whilst managing team skills and knowledge at the Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories and the Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry. We look forward to receiving your application. Job Description Job Title: Head of Curatorial Grade/Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 Location: All Lakeland Arts sites Reporting to: Director of Programming Line Management: Curator Abbot Hall & Blackwell, Curator Windermere Jetty, Technician & Collections Assistant and Collections Management Assistant Purpose and key objectives A key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), Head of Curatorial will be responsible for the management, development and delivery of ambitious exhibitions and the care, research, development and display of Lakeland Arts’ (LA) nationally recognised collection from initiating proposals to completion of projects in partnership with the Director of Programming. You will manage the curatorial team achieving and maintaining the highest professional standards through staff development and support. Key responsibilities
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