Exhibition Curator (Photography)
Remote • Part-Time • $25/hour
About MONAD
MONAD is a global platform that connects emerging photographers with audiences through exhibitions, editorial features, and creative programming. We believe great photography can come from anywhere, and our goal is to discover artists before the rest of the world catches on.
We're looking for an Exhibition Curator who knows photography inside and out and has a genuine passion for discovering new talent. This person will help shape our exhibitions by selecting work that reflects both technical excellence and meaningful storytelling.
The Role
As an Exhibition Curator, you'll review photography submissions from artists around the world and help decide which photographers are featured in MONAD exhibitions.
You'll need a strong understanding of photography, excellent taste, and the confidence to evaluate work beyond first impressions. We want someone who can recognize potential, spot photographers who are developing a unique voice, and explain exactly why a body of work deserves to be exhibited.
This is a remote, part-time position with flexible hours.
Responsibilities
• Review photography submissions for exhibitions, open calls, and competitions.
• Select artists whose work aligns with the creative direction of each exhibition.
• Identify photographers with strong long-term potential.
• Evaluate work based on artistic vision, technical execution, originality, and the strength of the overall portfolio.
• Discuss submissions with the MONAD team and contribute to final exhibition selections.
• Keep up with contemporary photography and emerging photographers around the world.
• Maintain a consistent standard across every exhibition.
Requirements
• Previous experience curating photography exhibitions is required.
• Professional photography experience or a strong background in the photography industry.
• The ability to discuss photography at a technical level, including composition, lighting, exposure, lenses, editing, printing, and visual storytelling.
• A proven eye for discovering emerging photographers.
• A strong understanding of contemporary photography across multiple styles and genres.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Nice to Have
• Experience working with galleries, museums, publications, photography festivals, or creative organizations.
• Experience as a professional photographer, photo editor, or photography educator.
• Knowledge of both digital and film photography.
Compensation
• Part-time
• Remote
• $25 per hour
• Flexible working schedule
Who You'll Thrive As
This role is for someone who gets excited when they discover a photographer before everyone else does. You're naturally curious and spend time looking at new work because you enjoy it, not because someone asked you to.
You can explain why an image works beyond saying it "looks good." You understand the technical decisions behind a photograph, but you also appreciate the emotion, intention, and story that make an image memorable.