Position Overview

We invite qualified Curators specializing in art installations and festivals to submit their application to develop the artistic program for our 2025 festival, which will take place September 20th, 2025. Reporting to the Board, the Curator will shape the festival’s creative vision, coordinate artist selection, explore and propose new programming in line with Nuit Blanche’s mission and support artists in developing and installing projects. This role involves working closely with artists, community partners, and the Board of Directors to ensure the success of the 2025 festival. This is a part time position requiring approximately 60 hours per month, with the busiest seasons running April through June. 

**Please note – while the contract signed with our successful Curator will be on a one-year term, we hope this can be renewed for 2026 and 2027 to allow the successful candidate the space and opportunity to see their artistic vision carried out over the course of three years, and to provide stability moving forward.

Roles and Responsibilities

In consultation with Nuit Blanche Saskatoon’s Board of Directors, the Curator will develop the artistic program for our 2025 festival including:

• Setting the artistic vision and providing guidance on our Open Call.

• Reviewing submissions and selecting projects in collaboration with our Programming Jury.

• Employing a collaborative approach to the festival, continuing to build and foster Nuit Blanche Saskatoon’s relationships with the City of Saskatoon, Business Improvement Districts, community organizations, and general public.

• Attendance of Nuit Blanche Saskatoon monthly board meetings and key committee meetings.

• Working with artists, community organizations, and members of the general public to develop projects outside our Open Call.

• Providing curatorial and administrative support to our artists throughout the project development process.

• Working with our logistical team to decide on project locations and working with our artists to realize their projects within these constraints.

• In collaboration with each of our artists, providing written copy and project statements to the specifications of our Communications Committee.

• Being available to media for interviews (by email, phone, and on-camera).

• Supporting fund development by providing copy for sponsorship requests and for the artistic vision portion of grants.

Skills and Requirements

• Demonstrated curatorial experience. Experience working with multiple artistic disciplines is preferred.

• A Background in Fine Arts, Art History, Cultural Studies, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong English communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with artists, stakeholders and the board.

• A background in the not-for-profit, culture related sector preferred.

• Proven ability to work with established and emerging artists.

• Knowledge of the local arts community and organizations in Saskatoon is an asset.

• Must be available in person in Saskatoon Saskatchewan for key meetings, site visits and during the week of the festival.

Expected Timeline

• February 1st - Start Date

• February 15th or earlier: Open Call for Artists 

• March: Open Call ends; confirm community Programming Jury members 

• April: Project selection, connect with artists and support in project development. Connect with City of Saskatoon, BIDS, community organizations, businesses and other stakeholders. 

• May: Select project locations in collaboration with the Logistics Committee

• June: Project descriptions prepared for all festival projects, to the specifications of our Communications Committee

• June 30th: 80% artist locations and plans confirmed 

• June - August: Continued Project Development and Support

• September: Attend and support events leading up to our main festival

• September 20th: Attend and support the main festival

• October: Attend Festival debrief, writing of artistic sections for reports and grants

How to Apply

Or email applications to hello@nuitblanchesaskatoon.ca and include:

• Resume/CV

• The names, phone numbers, and emails for two references

• Portfolio or up to 5 Images of past curatorial or artistic works (optional)

Answers to the following questions (in place of a cover letter):

• Describe your vision for Nuit Blanche Saskatoon 2025 and how would you bring it to life?

• How would you ensure the festival remains engaging and relevant to Saskatoon’s community?

• What strategies would you implement to ensure diverse voices & different perspectives are represented at the festival?

• In 5 sentences, share with us why you believe you are the best candidate for this role. 

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by January 8th

Please direct any questions to hello@nuitblanchesaskatoon.ca