Curatorial Assistant

1. The vetting process for this role comprises 2 -3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.
   
2. Festivals From India is hiring for this role on behalf of our client.
   
3. This is an on -site, full -time position based in Mumbai.
   
4. Salary band for this role is available upon request.
   

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Modern and Contemporary Art History, Cultural Studies, Arts Management or a related field. 
  
• Good knowledge of computers, digital interfaces, and general administrative tools. 
  
• Excellent command of English – both verbal and written; Marathi is an advantage
  

Essential Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the arts, museum, or cultural sector. International exposure is desirable. 
  
• Experience supporting the planning and execution of exhibitions, display coordination, and educational or outreach programmes. 
  
• Experience writing exhibition texts, catalogue content, curatorial notes, and other interpretive materials. 
  
• Proven involvement in planning and executing educational, public, and outreach programmes. 
  
• Experience coordinating exhibition displays, installations, and day -to -day curatorial logistics.
  

Key Personal Attributes & Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to contribute to exhibition texts, catalogue essays, and curatorial content. 
  
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple exhibitions, programmes, and deadlines simultaneously. 
  
• Collaborative and team -oriented, with the ability to work across curatorial, education, and operational functions. 
  
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable, with a genuine interest in modern and contemporary art, museum practice, and public engagement.