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Art Curator jobs are open across museums, galleries, universities, and corporate collections, from assistant and associate to senior curator and chief curator, with specializations in contemporary art, decorative arts, and digital collections. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at creating memorable art experiences? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the live event space. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is looking for an Art Curator who can help find and commission artist sculptures, creative environments, and collaborate with the experience team to enhance each festival or concert while always in line with the individual brands.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the Director of Curation to develop a creative direction for each show that reflects Insomniac’s brand identity and the specific art direction of the event
- Curate and propose artwork, installations, and experiences in alignment with the approved art direction
- Initiate conversations with selected artists to explore feasibility, align vision, and develop initial concepts before handing over executional data to Art Ops Managers
- Work within and manage allocated budgets, finding opportunities to maximize impact without compromising Insomniac’s art policy integrity
Art Installation & Production Workflow
- Develop and maintain detailed art decks that showcase proposed artists and installations for each event, and save all art decks in the art ops Google Drive
- Present decks to internal producers and promoters for review, feedback, and approval
- Coordinate with the production and finance teams to ensure the installation build aligns with production feasibility and financial constraints
- Assist in translating conceptual art into real-time builds—this includes sourcing materials, identifying lighting needs, and brainstorming creative fabrication solutions
- Collaborate with Art Ops Managers to ensure all artwork is engineered correctly, fabricated, and installed according to safety protocols and site limitations
Art Ops Collaboration
- Work closely with Art Ops Managers and the Art Ops Leads to conceptualize, and work closely with Art Ops Managers and the Art Ops Leads to and execute installations and custom art areas built by the Insomniac Art Ops team
- Participate in budget development and scope planning for Art Ops-led builds
- Assist in developing build schedules and help manage on-site installation timelines and workforce coordination
- Be a reliable and energetic presence on-site during festival builds, ensuring that all curated and in-house installations are completed to Insomniac’s quality and safety standards
Communication & Reporting
- Maintain regular check-ins with the Director of Curation to ensure project alignment and report progress
- Act as a point of communication between creative and production teams during the early stages of project development
Tools & Documentation
- Use Google Suites, Asana, and other company-approved tools to track projects, share visual assets, and update progress.
- Maintain organized folders of approved art decks, artist proposals, renderings, and final documentation for archival in the art ops master Google Drive
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience in the festival industry
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or related field is preferred
- Experience managing multiple vendors and quantity staff
- Must be motivated with an “Everything is possible” attitude
- Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
- May work in drastic temperature climates working on site at our events
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Insomniac also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.
Salary Pay Range: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 USD
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Compensation will be determined based on factors including education, training, experience, work location, expected scope and quality of work, required travel, external market conditions, internal value, seniority, merit systems, and internal pay alignment. Any required state or local compensation disclosures should be added before publication.
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The expected compensation for this position is:
$100,000.00 USD - $125,000.00 USD** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.
Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.
Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at creating memorable art experiences? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the live event space. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is looking for an Art Curator who can help find and commission artist sculptures, creative environments, and collaborate with the experience team to enhance each festival or concert while always in line with the individual brands.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the Director of Curation to develop a creative direction for each show that reflects Insomniac’s brand identity and the specific art direction of the event
- Curate and propose artwork, installations, and experiences in alignment with the approved art direction
- Initiate conversations with selected artists to explore feasibility, align vision, and develop initial concepts before handing over executional data to Art Ops Managers
- Work within and manage allocated budgets, finding opportunities to maximize impact without compromising Insomniac’s art policy integrity
Art Installation & Production Workflow
- Develop and maintain detailed art decks that showcase proposed artists and installations for each event, and save all art decks in the art ops Google Drive
- Present decks to internal producers and promoters for review, feedback, and approval
- Coordinate with the production and finance teams to ensure the installation build aligns with production feasibility and financial constraints
- Assist in translating conceptual art into real-time builds—this includes sourcing materials, identifying lighting needs, and brainstorming creative fabrication solutions
- Collaborate with Art Ops Managers to ensure all artwork is engineered correctly, fabricated, and installed according to safety protocols and site limitations
Art Ops Collaboration
- Work closely with Art Ops Managers and the Art Ops Leads to conceptualize, and work closely with Art Ops Managers and the Art Ops Leads to and execute installations and custom art areas built by the Insomniac Art Ops team
- Participate in budget development and scope planning for Art Ops-led builds
- Assist in developing build schedules and help manage on-site installation timelines and workforce coordination
- Be a reliable and energetic presence on-site during festival builds, ensuring that all curated and in-house installations are completed to Insomniac’s quality and safety standards
Communication & Reporting
- Maintain regular check-ins with the Director of Curation to ensure project alignment and report progress
- Act as a point of communication between creative and production teams during the early stages of project development
Tools & Documentation
- Use Google Suites, Asana, and other company-approved tools to track projects, share visual assets, and update progress.
- Maintain organized folders of approved art decks, artist proposals, renderings, and final documentation for archival in the art ops master Google Drive
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10+ years of experience in the festival industry
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or related field is preferred
- Experience managing multiple vendors and quantity staff
- Must be motivated with an “Everything is possible” attitude
- Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
- May work in drastic temperature climates working on site at our events
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Insomniac also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.
Salary Pay Range: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 USD
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Compensation will be determined based on factors including education, training, experience, work location, expected scope and quality of work, required travel, external market conditions, internal value, seniority, merit systems, and internal pay alignment. Any required state or local compensation disclosures should be added before publication.
-
The expected compensation for this position is:
$100,000.00 USD - $125,000.00 USD** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.
Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in art curator jobs.
- Master's degree or PhD in art history, museum studies, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience developing and installing exhibitions from concept to completion
- Strong written communication skills for catalog essays, grant applications, and interpretive labels
- Knowledge of collections management systems such as TMS, Argus, or PastPerfect
- Experience with provenance research, object documentation, and accession records
- Familiarity with art handling, conservation standards, and proper storage protocols
Tips for Your Art Curator Job Search
Tailor your CV to collection type
Museum curators and corporate collection managers read CVs differently. Highlight acquisition history and provenance research for institutional roles, and emphasize client relationships and appraisal experience when targeting private or corporate collections.
Build a documented exhibition record
Hiring committees want to see exhibitions you shaped from concept to installation. List every show by venue, date, and your specific role, whether that was object selection, catalog writing, donor coordination, or interpretive programming.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists art curator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by collection specialty
An opening for a European paintings curator requires different writing samples than one focused on Indigenous or contemporary art. Read the collection description carefully and frame your cover letter around your direct expertise in that area, not curatorial work generally.
Prepare a writing sample before you search
Most art curator applications require a catalog essay, wall text excerpt, or interpretive label as a writing sample. Have at least two ready in different registers, one scholarly and one public-facing, so you can match what each posting requests.
Ask object-specific questions in final interviews
When given the chance to ask questions, ask about the collection's deaccession policy or conservation backlog. It signals genuine curatorial thinking and gives you real information about the role's day-to-day scope before you accept an offer.
Art Curator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most art curators?
The most active employers for art curators right now are Live Nation, Portland Art Museum, and WORCESTER ART MUSEUM, and the most openings are in California, Oklahoma, and Wyoming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate at encyclopedic museums, large university art museums, and institutions with active acquisition budgets.
How many art curator jobs are remote?
About 50% of art curator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most collection and exhibition work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include digital collections management, curatorial research roles, and grant-writing or publications positions that do not require daily object access.
How do you become an art curator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in art history, fine arts, or a related discipline, then pursue a master's degree in art history or museum studies, since most institutional roles require graduate credentials. Gain hands-on experience through museum internships, gallery assistant work, or collection volunteer positions. Build a portfolio of exhibitions you contributed to, develop a research specialty, and work toward roles such as curatorial assistant or collections registrar as a first professional step.
How do you get hired as an art curator with little or no experience?
Focus on roles titled curatorial assistant, curatorial fellow, or collections assistant, which are designed as entry points into the field. Volunteer at a local museum or gallery to get hands-on object handling experience, and use that time to produce writing samples such as wall text or catalog entries. A strong graduate thesis on a specific collection area can substitute for professional exhibition credits when you're applying for your first paid position.
What does the art curator interview process look like?
Most art curator hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by one or two rounds of interviews with the curatorial team and museum leadership. Many institutions ask finalists to give a presentation, either a proposed exhibition concept or a scholarly talk on their research specialty. Some roles include a writing exercise or ask you to respond to a hypothetical acquisition or interpretive challenge before the final round.
Where can I find and apply to art curator jobs?
You can find and apply to art curator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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