Overview
Aspirants who are interested in history subjects, country’s art, history and culture makes them more curious and excited than curator as a career is suitable for them. The curator must be extroverted and ready to work indoors and outdoors. Curator, is also called a Museologist who works in a museum. The curator can be in-charge of the organisation & cataloguing of the museum. Museology / Curator Career is defined as the systematic study and organisation of a museum which flourished all over the country with their own relevance. Museums are called heritage centres. Curator’s role is to identify, examine, clean, preserve, display or store art objects. Curators procure artefacts, create exhibitions and maintain exhibits. Curators are skilled professionals who understand art, elements which destroy works of art. Curator recreates the old beauty and charm of monuments, paintings and art objects which requires immense precision, patience and keen observation.
Typical day at work
Abilities and Aptitude needed
Salary
The average starting salary for a curator/ museologist is around 15,000 INR a month. While a Senior curator or as a director of a museum one can command 60,000 I NR to 75,000 INR a month.
Pathways
Entrance Exam
There is no as such common entrance exam conducted at state or national level. The admission to educational institutes will based on merit list obtained in 10+2 level. Some universities/colleges conduct their own subjective entrance exam and interview.
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internship
The internship allows students to gain experience working in organisation while studying in University. The importance of the curator position is usually open to those who have at least three to four years of experience in a museum or gallery environment so for aspirants it is very crucial to get an internship and gain more experience. During and after internship the aspirant will develop management skills, exhibition skills, research skills, writing skills.
Career outlook
Art curator positions are in high demand, and are limited by the number of galleries, museums, and other organisations dealing in art. The curator will enjoy the perks like travelling, conducting research, talking to visitors, and lifting heavy art objects. Curators work in a variety of institutions, including art, science, and natural history. After completing their studies, many aspiring museum curators work in lower-level posts for a few years. Working as an assistant or research associate can help future curators develop the practical skills they'll need to succeed in this competitive career.