At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the curation of a new archive and exhibition, both online and in-person.
- Company: Streetwise Opera, a dynamic organisation focused on heritage and arts.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Collaborate with participants and the British Library for an enriching experience.
- Why this job: Join a meaningful project that preserves music and stories from our history.
- Qualifications: Strong curatorial, archive, and project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 24000 £ per year.
Contract: 12 months, 0.6 (3 days per week), fixed-term contract. Hours: 21 hours (3 days) per week. Preferred working days would be Tues, Weds, Thurs to align with our regular weekly sessions. Core hours are 9:30am – 5:30pm. Salary: £40,000 (£24,000 pro rata) per annum.
Streetwise Opera is looking to appoint a self-motivated individual with strong curatorial, archive and project management skills to lead on the curation of a new archive and exhibition, presented in-person and online. This new project is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, in 2027 Streetwise Opera will be undertaking a major heritage project that will see us gather and preserve music, stories and reflections from our history. Recordings, photographs, scores, programmes, designs and oral histories will be made accessible through a new digital archive and public exhibition, as part of our 25th anniversary celebrations.
Working closely with Streetwise Opera participants with lived experience of homelessness, in heritage, arts and homelessness settings, the role will involve leading the archival research and development of the project, reviewing Streetwise Opera’s existing records and materials to identify, assess, select and contextualise items for inclusion in the digital archive and exhibition.
The Curator will lead site visits, skills development sessions, and oral history work in partnership with the British Library; the creation and management of the Streetwise Opera archive; and co-curation of the digital and in-person exhibition, including interactive and live elements.
Recruitment process: Closing date for applications: Thursday 27 August, 4:00pm. We do not close applications early. Interviews: Wednesday 2 September.
Heritage Curator employer: Streetwise Opera
Streetwise Opera is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and creative work environment, perfect for those passionate about heritage and the arts. With opportunities for professional growth through partnerships with esteemed institutions like the British Library, employees can engage in meaningful projects that make a real impact in the community. The flexible working hours and supportive culture ensure a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place for dedicated individuals to thrive.
