Curator resume examples for 2025

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Updated March 26, 2025
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Curator Resume

 
Eric Richardson
Curator
77824 E. Oak Rd., Amherst, MA | (720) 555-7119 | erichardson@example.com
Work Experience
Curator, University of Massachusetts Lowell - Amherst, MA
2014

Established and maintained effective working relationships with participating business, artists, and all members of the general public.

Developed and maintained budget and scheduling for the museum department.

Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

Curated a collection of interesting artworks from local artists each month, as well as managed all artwork sales and inquiries

Natural History Collections Curator, University of Massachusetts Lowell - Amherst, MA
2013 - 2014

Provide art history instruction to children and adults * Teach children and adults about various artists and art styles in detail.

Developed educational programs; produced educational publications; conducted training; created budgets and reports.

Created and maintained different social networking tools for the company, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.

Museum Assistant, Space Camp - Huntsville, AL
2012 - 2013

Control inventory of educational materials.

Crowd control during major events and offering assistance to visitors on an as needed basis.

Managed Staff - Docents and Volunteers.

Staffed both visitor services desk and museum gift shop.

Skills
Past Perfect, Docents, Guest Service, Educational Programs, Art History, Gift Shop, Facebook, Group Tours, Historic Sites, Administrative Tasks
Education
Master's Degree Fine Arts
2011 - 2012
Maryland Institute College of Art - Baltimore, MD
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts
2008 - 2011
New York University - New York, NY
 

Assistant Curator Resume

 
Hannah Gonzalez
Assistant Curator
30417 S. Cedar Rd., San Antonio, TX
(290) 555-2290
Experience:
Assistant Curator
Art.com
San Antonio, TX
2020

• Created virtual advertisement content and managed social media presence via Instagram and Facebook.

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Oversee and engineer local artist series RAC squared.

• Implemented and acquired funding for museum theater productions and community based educational programming.

Assistant Curator
Apple
New York, NY
2012 - 2020

• Developed Posters, and press releases for the group exhibition and a collaborative show.

• Organized, researched, and managed the art and art history department's digital image collection.

• Administered Art History Digital Archive - Established improved standards and workflows for digitization and cataloging of image resources for online delivery.

• Oversee and engineer local artist series RAC squared.

Disc Jockey
Discover Financial Services
Chicago, IL
2006 - 2011

• Played music for events, such as weddings and private parties -Responsible for keeping the party going and people entertained

• Maintained and routinely re organized Karaoke library.

• Assisted in producing special events and promotions.

• Controlled radio station and selected music to play.

• Make promotional appearances with entertainers at private events.

• Hook up mixers, computers, mp3 players, monitors and other audio and video equipment.

Skills
• Curate
• Radio Station
• Photoshop
• Art History
• Condition Reports
• Wedding Receptions
• Daily Operations
• Private Events
• FM
• Corporate Parties
Education:
Master's Degree
Maryland Institute College of Art
Baltimore, MD
2011 - 2012
• Major: Fine Arts
Bachelor's Degree
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
2003 - 2006
• Major: Fine Arts
 

Associate Curator Resume

 
Joshua Wagner
Associate Curator
18881 E. Second Rd., San Antonio, TX
(460) 555-4534
Experience:
Associate Curator
Art.com
San Antonio, TX
2019

• Created virtual advertisement content and managed social media presence via Instagram and Facebook.

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Hosted donor site visits and soliciting quilts to add to the museum's permanent collection.

Collections Curator
Art.com
San Antonio, TX
2014 - 2019

• Created virtual advertisement content and managed social media presence via Instagram and Facebook.

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Provided Art History faculty with hardware and software instruction and demonstration as well as assisted with incorporating digital images into PowerPoint.

Exhibit Artist
Estee Lauder
New York, NY
2012 - 2013

• Attend product trainings and work special events inside Sephora doors.

• Assisted with promoting special events.

• Implemented quality communication, customer support and product representation for each client.

Skills
• Photoshop
• Client Contact
• Collections Management
• New Volunteers
• Makeup
• Visual Effects
• Photo Shoots
• Local Artists
• Business Cards
• Art Shows
Education:
Master's Degree
Rhode Island School of Design
Providence, RI
2013 - 2014
• Major: Fine Arts
Bachelor's Degree
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
2009 - 2012
• Major: Graphic Design
 

Ancient Art Curator Resume

 
Judith Gomez
Ancient Art Curator
17366 S. Main Rd., Grand Prairie, TX
(890) 555-8253
Experience
Ancient Art Curator, University of Dallas, Grand Prairie, TX
2017

• Curated a collection of interesting artworks from local artists each month, as well as managed all artwork sales and inquiries

• Administered Art History Digital Archive - Established improved standards and workflows for digitization and cataloging of image resources for online delivery.

• Created virtual advertisement content and managed social media presence via Instagram and Facebook.

• Assisted the Art Director in lesson plans and teaching children of all ages the basics of art

Curator, Restoration Hardware, Grand Prairie, TX
2016 - 2017

• Worked closely with marketing to promote special events on various channels.

• Developed Posters, and press releases for the group exhibition and a collaborative show.

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Generated framework for new programs and materials to promote community outreach.

Editor, Time Warner Cable Enterprises, Denton, TX
2012 - 2015

• Composed news stories for broadcast and online distribution.

• Produce video production using Adobe After Affects, Premier, Illustrator, and Photoshop

• Designed, built and maintained all websites, web applications, and content management systems in South Carolina.

• Trained staff on editorial procedures, AP Style.

• Researched, investigated and wrote news stories for this regional newspaper.

Skills
• Setup
• Powerpoint
• Art History
• Subject Matter Experts
• Internet
• Staff Meetings
• News Stories
• Online
• Facebook
• Permanent Collection
Education
2015 - 2016
Master's Degree Fine Arts, University of North Texas
Denton, TX
2009 - 2012
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts, University of North Texas
Denton, TX
 

Asian Art Curator Resume

 
Gregory Green
Asian Art Curator
phone:(750) 555-7625
address:37419 W. Maple Rd., Chicago, IL
Employment History
Asian Art Curator
2014
Google · Chicago, IL

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Created and uploaded content daily, using a web-based administration tool, and HTML.

Asian Art Curator
2011 - 2014
Fort Wayne Community Schools · Fort Wayne, IN

• Participated in community events to support local artists.

• Utilize HTML and CSS to design and manage WordPress website for Engaged Outreach.

• Planned, designed and curated 10 multi-media contemporary art exhibitions and accompanying educational programs and public lectures annually.

• Developed educational programs that provided the resources of the museum for educational institutions.

• Developed and maintained slide and digital image collections for Art History staff.

Project Management Internship
2009 - 2010
University of California Press · Davis, CA

• Drafted ongoing communication plan for departmental employee engagement.

• Provided administrative support to project management in the construction of the UC Davis Medical Center.

Skills
Internship Program
Usda
Troubleshoot
Art Museum
Procedures
Product Development
Portfolio
Permanent Collection
Pivot Tables
Communication
Education
Master's Degree General Education, Specific Areas
2010 - 2011
University of Central Oklahoma · Edmond, OK
Bachelor's Degree English
2006 - 2009
University of California - Davis · Davis, CA
 

Collections Curator Resume

 
Anna Nelson
Collections Curator
Contact Info
83932 E. Park Ave., Oklahoma City, OK
(330) 555-1998
Skills
DatabasePowerpointEducational BackgroundAnnual BudgetGuest ServiceArtifactPatient BalancesPatient CareCounselorsMuseum Department
Employment History
Collections Curator
2018
Oklahoma City Zoo
Oklahoma City, OK

• Managed Staff - Docents and Volunteers.

• Intern and mentee under sustainability start-up Conducted multi-media market research and Facebook page management.

• Produced and presented planetarium programs for the general public and schools.

• Updated donor and artifact information in a database.

• Point of contact for time sensitive and confidential materials in regard to insurance values, holdings and assets.

Natural History Collections Curator
2014 - 2018
Oklahoma City Zoo
Oklahoma City, OK

• Manage the college's permanent collection.

• Intern and mentee under sustainability start-up Conducted multi-media market research and Facebook page management.

• Worked with curators to develop family programs and exhibit interpretation programs.

Admissions Associate
2013 - 2014
Job
Columbus, OH

• Guided at-risk youth through the Job Corps admissions process Presented the Job Corps program to high schools and youth service organizations

• Create and maintain database files on integrated computer system (OASIS).

• Guide applicants through admissions process, review applications and conduct employee interviews.

• Coordinated communication and programs across a five state region to increase the visibility and awareness of available opportunities.

• Process referrals from school districts, probation, and departments of social services to determine appropriateness for programs.

• Provided outstanding customer service, and helped students through the financial aid process.

Education
Master's Degree Ecology, Population Biology, And Epidemiology
2012 - 2013
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Bachelor's Degree Public Health
2009 - 2012
Ohio University
Athens, OH
 

Exhibits Curator Resume

 
Sara Graham
Exhibits Curator
27064 W. First Ave., New York, NY
(760) 555-7125
Experience
Exhibits Curator, Facebook, New York, NY
2020

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Research, develop and prepare temporary exhibitions and assist with maintaining permanent collections.

• Framed works of art and helped plan upcoming exhibitions * Organized auctions, art talks, and fundraisers to support local artists

• Clarified, wrote and mounted text panels according to the ADA standards.

• Created curriculum for special art programs for children ages 6-12 years, teens, as well as educational programs for adults.

Exhibits Curator, Gilt Groupe, New York, NY
2019 - 2020

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

• Created virtual advertisement content and managed social media presence via Instagram and Facebook.

• Participated in SEO research and compiled a summary for the rest of the team.

• Developed and maintained slide and digital image collections for Art History staff.

Studio Assistant, Portrait Innovations, Brookfield, WI
2015 - 2018

• Inventory and maintenance of studio equipment.

• Utilize Photoshop to advertise special effects and various props for displays.

• Managed store day-to-day currency, appointment bookings via work phone, thorough cleaning of store and studio canvases.

• Key Functions: Process accurate transactions; reconcile POS to ensure accuracy.

Skills
• Studio Equipment
• Scheduling Appointments
• Museum Department
• Photoshop
• Art Studio
• Emmy
• Educational Programs
• Sculpture
• Local Artists
• Financial Records
Education
2018 - 2019
Master's Degree Fine Arts, New York University
New York, NY
2012 - 2015
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts, School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
 

Historical Manuscripts Curator Resume

 
Matthew Morales
Historical Manuscripts Curator
Contact Info
11757 N. Maple St., Baltimore, MD
(760) 555-6975
Skills
CommunicationLocal ArtistsData CollectionText PanelsFamily ProgramsMuseum DepartmentPublic ProgramsVital SignsCollections ManagementPowerpoint
Employment History
Historical Manuscripts Curator
2020
Baltimore Museum of Art
Baltimore, MD

• Developed Posters, and press releases for the group exhibition and a collaborative show.

• Researched and wrote information sheets for College events, such as lectures and symposia.

• Instructed classes at Prince WilliamSound Community College in Art History and the Elder Hostel program.

• Helped identify and advise on practical solutions to issues these site have and are currently working to improve.

• Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

• Developed and monitored budget, conducted historical research, developed educational programs for adults and children and coordinated vendors and volunteers.

Assistant Curator
2019 - 2020
Restoration Hardware
Baltimore, MD

• Created and maintained different social networking tools for the company, such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.

• Coordinated monthly exhibits with local artists and designed promotional/event materials for company.

• Created digital images for Art History faculty to incorporate into class lectures.

• Assisted in community outreach to children, including summer camps and school programs.

Internship
2017 - 2018
Kaiser Permanente
Atlanta, GA

• Create evidence-based treatment plans with clients.

• Provided each homeless client with referrals to various housing and emergency services around the San Fernando Valley.

• Observed patients' medical conditions by checking vital signs and communicated with patients' doctors about patients' well-being.

• Provided communication between the state party in Atlanta and local county parties throughout Georgia.

Education
Master's Degree History
2018 - 2019
American University
Washington, DC
Bachelor's Degree History
2014 - 2017
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
 

Natural Science Curator Resume

 
Kathleen Riley
Natural Science Curator
Employment History
Natural Science Curator
2018
Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiCollege Station, TX

• Intern and mentee under sustainability start-up Conducted multi-media market research and Facebook page management.

• Collaborated to create contemporary promotional materials including posters, flyers, stickers, and digital social media updates.

• Helped curate museum exhibits; directed and participated in accessioning, cleaning, and storage of artifacts.

• Participated in marketing and public relations campaigns, public programs and gives tours and lectures.

Natural Science Curator
2017 - 2018
Texas A&M University-Corpus ChristiCollege Station, TX

• Assisted in training newly hired incoming Natural Living Managers, Assistant Managers, and clerks companywide.

• Contribute to a division of Facebook focused on improving the network's presence as a news source.

• Received private collection loans, and permanent collection loans, for exhibitions.

• Input inventories, collected data, and cataloged information into collections management software system, including current location.

• Design social media strategies and create traditional communications (post cards, brochures, press releases).

Laboratory Assistant
2013 - 2016
Quest DiagnosticsTucker, GA

• Assign orders for specimen collection into laboratory database.

• Performed PCR on MRSA patient samples.

• Excel in patient care and customer service.

• Performed phlebotomy finger sticks; blood collection, specimen collection.

• Order lab tests as requested per Doctor's order.

Education
Master's Degree Zoology
2016 - 2017
Texas A&M UniversityCollege Station, TX
Bachelor's Degree Zoology
2010 - 2013
Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI
Contact Information
82863 W. Evergreen Rd., College Station, TX
(880) 555-8628
Skills
Problem Resolution
Lab Worker
Lab Tests
Water Quality
Environmental Monitoring
Product Knowledge
Order Entry
Raw Materials
Chemistry
Specimen Collection
 

Photographs Curator Resume

 
Lisa Simpson
Photographs Curator
15591 S. Main Ln., Chicago, IL | (670) 555-7674 | lsimpson@example.com
Work Experience
Photographs Curator, DISCO - Chicago, IL
2014

Established and managed social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and other social platforms.

Analyze major Facebook video producers and identify new Facebook Live voices.

Maintained the series' social media presence on Facebook and sent out the monthly press release.

Photographs Curator, JDT Medical Rehab Center - Chicago, IL
2009 - 2014

Manage the college's permanent collection.

Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs focusing on artifact preservation and cleaning based on completed training course taken at Smithsonian.

Intern and mentee under sustainability start-up Conducted multi-media market research and Facebook page management.

Utilize HTML and CSS to design and manage WordPress website for Engaged Outreach.

Photographer (Part-Time), Photography.com - Chicago, IL
2006 - 2008

Provided equipment assistance with in-studio an on-location shoots Assisted in preparing, organizing, and delivering photo packages

Retouch photos using Photoshop Edit along with other editing applications.

Maintain photographic equipment and coordinate with other photographers to cover equipment needs.

Skills
Visual Content, Collections Management, Photo Shoots, Sales Goals, Research Items, Photoshop, Scheduling Appointments, Company Website, Truck Operation, Animal Care
Education
Master's Degree Photography
2008 - 2009
Columbia College Chicago - Chicago, IL
Bachelor's Degree Photography
2005 - 2008
Columbia College Chicago - Chicago, IL
 

How to write a curator resume

Craft a resume summary statement

Your resume summary sums up your experience and skills, making it easy for hiring managers to understand your qualifications at a glance. Here are some tips to writing the most important 2-4 sentences of your resume:

Step 1: Start with your current job title, or the one you aspire to. Are you a passionate manager? A skilled analyst? It's a good starting point.

Step 2: Next put your years of experience in curator-related roles.

Step 3: Now is the time to put your biggest accomplishment or something you are professionally proud of.

Step 4: Read over what you have written. It should be 2-4 sentences. Your goal is to summarize your experience, not recite your resume.

These tips will help you demonstrate why you are the perfect fit for the curator position.

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List the right project manager skills

Your Skills section is an easy way to let recruiters know you have the skills to do the job. Just as importantly, it can help your resume not get filtered out by hiring software. Here is how to make the most of your skills section and make sure you have the right keywords:

  1. Look to the job listing. You often need to include the exact keywords from the job description. Take note of the skills listed for the job.
  2. Put all relevant hard and soft skills in your skills section.
  3. Be specific. If you are too broad, you may not be giving the best picture of your skills and leave the hiring manager uncertain of your abilities.
  4. Be up to date. Software names change and companies merge. Don't look out of touch by being careless.
  5. Be accurate. Spelling and even upper or lowercase can dramatically change meanings. Make sure you are correctly listing your skills.
These five steps should give you a strong elevator pitch and land you some curator interviews.

Here are example skills to include in your “Area of Expertise” on a curator resume:

  • Facebook
  • Historical Research
  • Exhibit Design
  • Photography
  • Collections Management
  • Art History
  • Educational Programs
  • Press Releases
  • SEO
  • Instagram
  • Public Programs
  • Art Exhibitions
  • Research Projects
  • AZA
  • Fine Arts
  • HTML
  • Public Speaking
  • Blog Posts
  • Twitter
  • Event Planning
  • Museum Collection
  • Local Community
  • MFA
  • Digitizing
  • NYC
  • Art Shows
  • Promotional Materials
  • Playlists
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Permanent Collection

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How to structure your work experience

Your work experience should be structured:

  1. With your most recent roles first, followed by earlier roles in reverse chronological order.
  2. Job title, along with company name and location on the left.
  3. Put the corresponding dates of employment on the left side.
  4. Keep only relevant jobs on your work experience.

How to write curator experience bullet points

Your resume is not a list of responsibilities or a job description. Instead, it is your chance to show your accomplishments and show why you're good at what you do.

  • Use the What, How, and Why format. Answering these questions turns a bland job description into an effective showcase of your abilities.
  • What were your responsibilities or goals?
  • How did you accomplish them?
  • Why were your results important? (How did it impact your company? Can you quantify the results in numbers? )

Here are great bullet points from curator resumes:

Work History Example #1

Contributing Writer

The Columbus Dispatch

  • Contributed op-ed pieces for publication (Topics included academic plagiarism and local judicial proceedings).
  • Delivered over 1000 photos and over 100 reviews of Northwest locations for Portland Internet blogging web site, Yelp.com.
  • Developed integrated marketing communications plan for coordination of programs and ads, among various media platforms.
  • Created a hit YouTube show responsible for more than 100,000 weekly viewers and 45,000 Twitter followers.
  • Proposed, researched, and wrote feature articles and blurbs on topics as diverse as music, travel, and arts.

Work History Example #2

Curator

FOX

  • Curated videos from winner of the 2012 Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, ICA Boston Fast/Forward.
  • Handled all acquisitions and surplus placement with other AZA accredited institutions.
  • Hosted on Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, Twitter, and YouTube.
  • Curated art and organized exhibitions for Russian and Ukrainian surrealist artists
  • Recruited 5000+ new users to the site through social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Bebo, etc.)

Work History Example #3

Curator

Calvin College

  • Produced and installed BFA/MFA shows, taught Museum Management seminars.
  • Cataloged and cleaned images in Photoshop to meet VRC standards.
  • Evaluated and implemented new database technology and trained others in their use.
  • Curated and created artwork for multi-site campus exhibition.
  • Developed historically accurate interpretation African-American sheet music based on research.

Work History Example #4

Exhibits Coordinator

Chuck E. Cheese's

  • Analyzed and maintained data in CRM database to run weekly exhibits data and sales summary reports.
  • Performed confidential verification of customer income status according to government procedures.
  • Produced daily and weekly promotional analysis and new product tracking to determine profitability and media ROI.
  • Worked on cost effective contracts with hotels, travel agents and DMC's.
  • Executed operational plans with public relations and entertainment departments for VIP events, including the grand opening event.

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Add an education section to your resume

The education section should display your highest degree first.

Place your education section appropriately on your resume. If you graduated over 5 years ago, this section should be at the bottom of your resume. If you just graduated and lack relevant work experience, the education section should go to the top.

If you have a bachelor's or master's degree, do not list your high school education. If your graduation year is more than 15-20 years ago, it's better not to include dates in this section.

Here are some examples of good education entries for resumes:

Master's Degree In Fine Arts

Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, MD

2011 - 2012

Highlight your curator certifications on your resume

If you have any additional certifications, add them to the certification section.

To list, use the full name of the certification and the organization that issued it, along with the date of achievement.

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