Is being a curator a good fit for you?
Looks after the collection in a museum or gallery, such as art, historic items or science specimens. Researches pieces and plans displays.
What the work involves
- Plans and organises how collections are gathered, stored and shown, including choosing themes, designs and exhibit materials.
- Sets up and looks after cataloguing and record-keeping systems on computer databases.
- Plans and carries out special research projects in an area of interest.
- Shares information about the collection with other curators and the public.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising, persuading and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a curator is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.