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Job Title – Museum Curator
Description
A Museum Curator manages collections of historical or artistic objects, or those of archaeological, scientific or general interest.
Typical Job Activities
Develops and organises new collections to expand and improve educational and research facilities
Extensively researches, negotiates prices on and buys items such as sculptures, statues and paintings that can add value to the collection
Maintains records and cataloguing acquisitions
Researches, compiles and prepares written information about catalogues and publishing it on the institution's website
Collaborates with other institutions
Ensures that collections are properly preserved
Raises funds and grants
Interviews, hires and trains new staff
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Related Occupations
Archivist
Anthropologist
Archaeologist
Historian
Art Administrator
Exhibition Manager
Educational Requirements
Senior Certificate with matric exemption
For a Degree Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Art History, Arts Administration, Event/Exhibition Management or History at a University
For a diploma in related courses at a Technikon
Compulsory subjects: None
Recommended subjects: Art, Languages and Mathematics
What natural skills and/or aptitudes do I need for this occupation?
Be observant
Be trustworthy
Be polite and helpful
Be able to communicate well
Be a good organiser
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Employment Opportunities
Low
Market Competitiveness
Low
Income Potential
Moderate
Self-Employment Opportunities
Low
International Employment Opportunities
Moderate
Possible Employers
Research institutes
Art Galleries
Museums
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Relevant Contact Details
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Career Progress and Path
Experience in specific field
Work performance
Possible Career Paths
Specialist career in the specific field
Employment Stability
Moderately stable
Reasons to consider this career
I am very interested in a specific subject or field
I can be of service to people
I can communicate and interact with people
