Head of Exhibitions & Displays, TL

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Reference:TG3546

Opportunity type:Permanent, Full-time

Working hours:36 hours per week

Salary:£45,000 per annum

Location:Liverpool

Closing date:24 May 2023 at midnight

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Leading the curatorial team at Tate Liverpool you will work closely with the Director and Head of Learning to shape an innovative programme of exhibitions and displays. You will be a highly creative and naturally collaborative individual with strong managerial skills plus demonstrable experience of having curated exhibitions and commissions of varying kinds. You will have excellent knowledge of modern and contemporary art and a particular interest in integrating curatorial and learning programmes.

Based at the iconic Royal Albert Dock on Liverpool’s waterfront, you will join the Tate Liverpool at a time of real change, as we head into a capital development programme that asks us to reimagine our use of the building and new ways of connecting with audiences.

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Liverpool offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage, thriving arts scene, and beautiful green spaces. The city's parks, such as Sefton Park and Calderstones Park, provide idyllic sanctuaries for relaxation and recreation, making it easy to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. The Baltic Triangle, a vibrant creative hub, is home to a thriving community of artists, start-ups, and independent businesses, where you can experience the city's cutting-edge spirit. Along the coast, are a number of beautiful beaches such as those at Crosby, Formby and West Kirby. Additionally, Liverpool's burgeoning food scene boasts diverse international cuisine, fantastic street food markets and an ever-growing number of award-winning restaurants.

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More museums & galleries than any UK city outside London:

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