Call for Curator
Are you interested in photography, local queer history, exhibitions and archiving? Do you have a flair for the interpretation of artwork, audio-visual representation and organising?
If so then we invite you to apply for the position of Curator to help commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Pride in Malta through photos, information and illustration of individuals and history that make up the heart of the movement.
Photographs, interviews and design will all be published in an exhibition commemorating the milestone, which will be taking place at The Malta Postal Museum in Valletta.
Terms of Reference
– To determine, after consulting the MGRM’s team, the content and form of the exhibition.
– Work closely with MGRM to gather content, and suggest new content when needed.
– Keeping in mind the publication, and videos and photographs taken for the exhibition, in order to strengthen the curatorial concept, interlinking the different aspects of the project.
– To bear in mind the context of the exhibition and where it is to be held.
– Coordinate with MGRM’s team and provide critical input to the exhibition project as well as collect key information and media materials.
– Attend openings and assist with set up/takedown, and communicate about the exhibition.
– Attend discussions/talks in order to bring more online visibility to the exhibition
– In this and all of its projects, MGRM prioritises sustainability and would request that choices and decisions made are not detrimental to the environment.
Eligibility Criteria
Bidders must submit a CV, a quotation (with a maximum bid of €1500 for proofreading of both languages) including VAT number, and portfolio with relevant curatorial experience while also demonstrating the ability to produce the work being contracted to the high quality being sought.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights belong to MGRM, the respective donors of the materials, and the photography/videography team
Subcontracting
Individuals may propose working jointly with one or more persons given the tight deadlines envisaged. This must be clearly stated in their submission. Bidders are to attach CV’s of each expert.
Following the adjudication, any subcontracting to third parties other than the selected service provider/s needs to be approved in writing by MGRM other than for technical elements such as translations or proof reading.
Bids are to be sent to MGRM on mgrm@maltagayrights.org. For any queries, please contact Robert Attard on +356 99255559. Deadline is 14th July 2024.
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TimeLine of Project |
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Call Deadline Application |
14th July 2024 |
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Contracting of Selected Applicant |
16th July 2024 |
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Gathering & Merging of Data |
26th July 2024 |
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Presentation of Ideas for Artistic Concept |
9th August 2024 |
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Final Draft of Curatorial Plan |
23rd August 2024 |
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Printing/Framing |
30th August 2024 |
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Exhibition Setup |
6th September 2024 |