The Cats’ Pyjamas Cat Café is looking for an enthusiastic, community-minded Art Curator to help transform our walls into a vibrant gallery celebrating local creativity and feline charm!
We’re seeking someone connected to the local art scene who can source, coordinate, and display work from talented local artists.
In this role, you’ll:
- Identify and connect with local artists to showcase their work in our café.
- Curate rotating art displays that complement our cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
- Organize art-focused events or showings that help artists engage with the community and sell their work.
- Support artists in pricing, hanging, and promoting their pieces.
- Help manage sales and coordinate pickup/delivery of sold artwork.
Compensation:
This is a commission-based role. The curator will be paid through a portion of each art sale. The Cats’ Pyjamas will not take a cut, allowing artists and the curator to price pieces affordably and accessibly for the community. We hope to build a space where art, cats, and community come together in a fun and welcoming way.
Requirements:
- Strong connection to the local art community in Springfield, IL and surrounding communities.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Passion for promoting local artists and creating engaging community events.
- Experience with art installation or curation is a plus but not required.
- A love for cats and supporting local businesses!
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule.
- Creative freedom to shape exhibitions and events.
- Opportunity to help build a unique community space in the heart of Springfield.
- Commission-based income without overhead taken by the café.
Job Type: Part-time
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any experience curating or installing art?
- Are you connected with local artists or arts organizations in the Springfield, IL area?
- Are you comfortable working in a commission-based role (no fixed salary)?
- Do you have experience planning or supporting community events?
Work Location: In person