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Scotland + Venice Call Out: Exhibition Associates, a-n

  •  Scotland
  •  Under £10K
  •  Full time
  •  Closes February 6, 2026
  •  Gayle Meikle
  •  gayle.meikle@scotlandandvenice.com
  • #Visual arts

Description

Job Summary

We’re delighted to be working with Scotland + Venice to offer two Scotland-based, early career visual arts professionals or students a 4-week paid opportunity, working as Exhibition Associates at La Biennale di Venezia in 2026.

Job Description

a-n is offering two members a 4-week paid professional development opportunity to work as an Exhibition Associate in Venice, as part of Scotland + Venice Professional Development Programme (PDP).

Exhibition Associates (x2) (4 week stay)

  • £1883 (£13.45 per hour - 35 hrs per week for 4 weeks) for the duration of work in Venice including attendance at training.
  • Expenses for all travel to Venice and return to UK, accommodation and biennale passes.

The detail

Scotland + Venice is offering you a once in a lifetime paid opportunity to spend time in Venice during the Biennale. At the heart of this role is the opportunity to grow your confidence in communicating contemporary art to a wide range of international audiences. You'll help visitors connect with the themes and ideas behind the work on display and develop strategies for speaking about your own practice.

You'll engage with the curatorial team to learn about the work and venue, then look after and advocate for the exhibition, whilst accessing the wealth of international exhibitions. You're also given time to dedicate to your own academic or practice-based research. In the past, participation in the Scotland + Venice Professional Development Programme has led to jobs, placements and delivered many exciting collaborations and research.

Job Requirements

This opportunity is open exclusively to a-n members. Please read the following programme requirements. Please do not apply if you cannot commit to these requirements:

  • Applicants must be a-n member at time of application and throughout the project duration (open to a-n Artist, Arts Organiser and Student members).
  • Applicants must live in Scotland.
  • We are seeking applicants who are students, or
  • Describe themselves as early-career visual arts professionals (artists, curators, etc.).
  • All individuals must be over the age of 18 from 1 January 2026.

Job Responsibilities

All associates will be expected to:

  • Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, informed and engaging environment for all visitors.
  • Uphold Scotland + Venice's values in audience care, inclusivity, and representation.
  • The security and safety of exhibition, visitors and artworks.
  • Be an ambassador for Scotland + Venice.
  • Provide a key point of contact for the Scotland + Venice presentation.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, incidents and project feedback.
  • Develop international peer-to-peer relationships through events and networking.
  • Be prepared to facilitate on site events and activities.

How to Apply

Please make sure you meet the eligibility criteria before making your application.

Please complete the online application form. You are welcome to submit your answers in an alternative format (audio/video) and will be asked to upload your CV as part of the application.

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