Design Curator - Partnerships Associate

Description: • Research, identify, and onboard established artists from diverse disciplines. • Build relationships with artists, ensuring they align with VAWAA’s ethos and vision. • Outreach to and manage a pipeline of artists using CRM tools. • Conduct interviews, collect artist assets, and manage the process of adding new artists. • Support the design and programming of each artist's experience. • Organize and maintain the artist database. • Advocate for each artist’s ongoing success within the VAWAA community. • Ensure artists meet our criteria in terms of skill and creativity. • Stay updated on global art and design trends. Requirements: • Background in Art, Design, or Curatorial Practice: 2+ years of experience in art curation, design, or a related field with a strong appreciation for global arts, crafts, and creativity. • Partnerships & Business Development: Experience in forming strategic partnerships with collaborators, talent, or cultural organizations. • Resourceful Connector: Skilled at finding hard-to-reach artists and establishing contact through email, social, phone, WhatsApp, or Zoom. • Operational Excellence: Proficient in using tools like Airtable, Notion, and Streak. • Cultural Fluency: Ability to connect with artists and partners from diverse cultural backgrounds. • Storytelling Ability: A knack for sharing artists' stories and the impact of creative experiences in a compelling way. • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Independent work ethic, hardworking, and impact-driven. • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail. • Passion for Creativity: A deep passion for the arts, culture, and travel. Benefits: • Compensation: $50K–$65K based on experience, plus stock options. • For experienced candidates, we can discuss additional equity compensation. Apply Job!