Museum Curator for Chinese Decorative Arts

1 day ago


Hong Kong, Central and Western District, Hong Kong SAR China West Kowloon Cultural District Authority Full time
Curatorial Opportunities at the West Kowloon Cultural District

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority invites applications for a Curator position to lead curatorial teams in formulating exhibition plans and collaborating with international museums.

As a key member of our curatorial team, you will be responsible for:

  • Developing exhibitions that showcase Chinese decorative arts and textiles, and coordinating with the Palace Museum on collection arrangements.
  • Formulating strategic plans for exhibitions, collections, and relevant curatorial programmes to develop understanding and awareness of Chinese and world history, art, and culture.
  • Coordinating with international and regional museums and institutions to identify collaborative opportunities, and developing relationships with stakeholders such as collectors, donors, and partners.
  • Taking lead in content development, conducting academic research, and preparing write-ups for museum exhibitions and publications.
  • Managing the team by providing coaching and guidance on delivering exhibitions, and preparing and monitoring annual departmental budgets related to exhibitions and curatorial programming.

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

  • A recognised university doctoral degree in Art History, Archaeology, History, Fine Arts, Cultural Studies, Museum Studies, Creative Media, or relevant disciplines.
  • At least 8 years of experience in curatorial and museum-related work, with specialisation in the history of Chinese decorative arts and broad knowledge of Chinese and world arts.
  • Demonstrable expertise in research or exhibition projects with Chinese decorative arts, particularly with Chinese textile, accessory, or fashion.
  • Extensive experience working with international museums, collections, or other partners for exhibitions, and showcasing well-developed networks with museums, collectors, donors, and academics.
  • Experience leading curatorial teams and collaborating with other teams, and being proficient in written and spoken Chinese and English.


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