How do I become a museum curator
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In Australia, a full time Museum Curator generally earns $1,730 per week ($89,960 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people employed in this field has remained stable in recent years. There are currently 1,100 people working as a Museum Curator in Australia and there were a similar number in this role five years ago. Museum Curators may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly in larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re planning career as a Museum Curator, consider enrolling in a Graduate Certificate in Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies. This course will give you the skills to manage museum artefacts and develop supporting literature and resources. You’ll learn about a range of topics including how fine art and heritage collections impact cultural identity.
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Museum Curator careers
A Museum Curator manages exhibitions and collections in museums. You might plan displays and collect information on exhibition pieces. Museum Curators may specialise in a particular topic or prepare displays on a range of subjects. You might provide information to visitors and ensure exhibitions are well maintained and up to date.
Museum Curators should have excellent attention to detail and be passionate about their museum pieces. It’s important you can communicate well and share your knowledge with members of the public. Museum Curators must have good research skills and have a strong knowledge of the subjects in their collections.
