Based on 1 submission across Aotearoa — Full-time Permanent roles only
Manages collections, researching, documenting, and presenting artworks or artefacts for exhibitions. Plans displays, writes interpretive content, and cares for collections. Shares culture and history with New Zealand audiences. The role requires strong research skills, careful hands-on work with collections, and an ability to write for a general audience. It suits people who enjoy combining scholarly work with public-facing exhibitions and events. Curators also manage loans, budgets, and the practical risks of moving valuable objects. The role suits people comfortable with both scholarly rigour and public engagement.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 1 submissions
Based on 1 anonymous submissions
Across 1 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Museum / Gallery Curator in New Zealand is $82,000 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $82,000 (10th percentile) to $82,000 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $82,000 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Senior (6-9 Yrs) $82,000.
Based on 1 submissions
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